Education on the Court: Building Visions Basketball from a Strong Foundation
Visions Basketball program continues growth in its third year competing. This year brought more than just new jerseys, new and returning players spoke to the program as being a space where they learn values such as hard work and not giving up while being able to practice in a discipline that they enjoy.
“These are all skills they will be able to apply in their professional and academic lives. It is also an outlet for them to express themselves.” said Sergio Fuentes, Regional Athletic Director. “They talk, share jokes, laugh, cry, and hope on that court, their parents and guardians watch with anticipation as the last buzzer rings.”
Players participate in team practices on Tuesdays and participate in league games on Thursdays in front of their friends and family.
“This isn’t just basketball. It is Visions Basketball, and it is Education on the Court. If you have the chance, please come out and check out one of our games. Big shout out to all our players, families, coaches, refs, and league!” Fuentes added.
Game 2 Recap: Visions Team A V. Kinney High School
With just five players suiting up, Visions Team A put on a performance against Kinney High School, winning by a final score of 49–14.
From the opening tip, Team A dictated the pace of play. Their ability to turn steals into fast breaks created a offensive rhythm that Kinney could not contain. What began as a physical game quickly shifted in Visions’ favor, as the team’s composure and teamwork proved too much for their opponent.
Visions 12th Grader and first-year player, Ajani R. had a message for future players considering joining the program, “If you like hard work, if you like putting in work, then it would be a great opportunity for you to showcase your talents. I don’t think I came to Visions for basketball; but, the basketball program is really good, so I like it.”
Ajani’s commitment to the program is reflected in the sacrifices his family makes to support him. His mother, who attended the game, shared that they drive over an hour to every practice and game – a testament to just how much the program means to their family. “It’s been great so far,” she said. “He really enjoys it.”
Coach Tannous spoke to the determination our players had to endure during the season and how keeping spirits up was never an issue.
One of the season’s most memorable moments also came from Team A, not in a win, but in a forfeit. Arriving at the game without enough players to take the floor officially, the team was allowed to scrimmage 4-on-4 with the players that were present from both teams.
Coach Tannous reflected on what that moment meant, “The team stepped onto the court and gave everything they had, playing with heart and pride despite knowing it wouldn’t change the loss. In that moment, it felt less like a forfeit and more like a championship win.”
Congratulations to Team A: Ajani R., Tristan C., Zambia B., Gabriel W., Samuel K., and Alex B. (DNP – Did Not Play).
If you’d like to come out and cheer on our players in the playoffs, upcoming games can be found on the Visions Athletics Wire page. Come see for yourself what education on the court looks like.