AZ REC is a newly formed youth basketball program located in central Phoenix, Arizona, dedicated to offering aspiring athletes an opportunity to expand their lives through the game of basketball.

Since its inception in October, 2005, AZ REC has enrolled over 750 program participants in a variety of recreational and competitive activities.  AZ REC primarily serves youth (boys and girls) 15 and under who reside in central Phoenix.  Statistics reveal that a majority of the households in the AZ REC community fall below the national average for household income.  AZ REC is focused on empowering youth at-risk with the ability to make positive decisions on and off the court.  At AZ REC, individual strengths are enhanced while discovering the necessity of teamwork. 

Ages: 14, 13, 12, 11, 10 & Under

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Program Highlights

	Developed over 15 competitive youth basketball teams.
	Registered over 750 program participants in a variety of recreational and competitive activities.
	Hosted Spring, Winter and Summer competitive Leagues, serving over 25 local teams.
	Participate in both in-state and out-of-state tournaments and competitions.
	Provide ongoing guidance and assistance for athletes to continue sport involvement throughout middle school and high school.

Individual commitment to a group effort—that’s what makes a team work, a company work, society work, a civilization work.”

-Vince Lombardi

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