learning about upward stars fox valley
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There is a new faith based basketball program in the Fox Valley that is focused on developing the entire athlete. This informational brochure can answer questions you may have about what Upward Stars Fox Valley has to offer.TRANSCRIPT
Upward Stars Fox ValleyUpward Stars Fox ValleyUpward Stars Fox Valley www.upwardstarsfoxvalley.orgwww.upwardstarsfoxvalley.orgwww.upwardstarsfoxvalley.org
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Spartanburg, SCSpartanburg, SCSpartanburg, SC www.upward.orgwww.upward.orgwww.upward.org
We are MORE THAN!
Organization
What is “More Than”?
It means growing beyond just
what an athlete can do on the
court. It means developing
young athletes mentally, ath-
letically, spiritually, and social-
ly. Upward Stars exists to do
just that. They seek to build
young athletes into great peo-
ple, not just great players.
They look not just for short-
term success but long-term
development of young ath-
letes. The idea of “More
Than” comes from the book of
Ephesians: “Now all glory to
God, who is able, through his
mighty power at work within us,
to accomplish infinitely more
than we might ask or think.”
Ephesians 3:20 (NLT)
Upward Stars Fox Valley Tel: 920.267.1463
Why Upward Stars?
Upward Stars programs offer a unique for-
mat that aid in developing the needs of each
athlete regardless of experience. We recog-
nize that each athlete has individual skills
and needs, so we place priority on meeting
each athlete where they are and helping
them reach their potential. We take time to
focus on long-term development which
means encouraging players to try new
things, learn by experience, and focus on be-
ing a well-rounded athlete. Upward Stars
programs increase in intensity with each ath-
lete as they improve; enhancing their physi-
cal, emotional, social, and spiritual develop-
ment. Athletes receive evaluations on their
current skill level with clear direction on how
to improve.
We believe that playing sports should be a
life-changing experience that prepares ath-
letes for success on and off the court.
Established in 1995, Upward Sports is
the world’s largest Christian youth
sports provider. The performance level
of Upward Sports was established in
2012 and is know as Upward Stars. Up-
ward Stars provides opportunities for
young athletes to further develop their
athletic skills and participate in a higher
level of competition. Upward Stars pro-
grams are for young athletes ages 8-18
that have the drive and intensity to per-
form at a high level of competition. Up-
ward Stars programs are led by Certi-
fied Leaders in over 40 cities across the
country.
Upward Stars is the only organization
to offer the 360 Progres-
sion™. The 360 Progres-
sion is the development
of the total athlete men-
tally, athletically, spiritu-
ally, and socially, applied
intentionally through all
Upward Sports program-
ming.
Experienced coaches guide players
through three stages of athletic growth:
game discovery, skill development, and
peak performance - while using the
teachings of Christ to foster positive
sportsmanship and character.
Upward Stars develops
the total athlete
Where does my athlete fit in?
Upward Stars has three programs that give
young athletes the opportunity to play bas-
ketball beyond a recreational level.
Developmental
Developmental Programs include several
opportunities designed for players of all skill
levels and experience. The Technical Devel-
opmental Program features a Fundamental
Skills Academy, the Position Specific Skills
Academy teaches more experienced ath-
letes specific techniques that apply to the
position they play and the Tactical Develop-
mental Program features a 3v3 plan that
immerses athletes in game scenarios to
teach them tactical concepts.
Camps
Upward Stars Camps include an Individual
and Team Camp option. The Individual
Camp focuses on individual skill develop-
ment with a high emphasis on repetition and
improving sport-specific technique. A Team
Camp focuses on tactical improvement and
group exercises that will help teams prepare
for their club or school season.
Travel teams
Travel teams require a higher level of com-
mitment and skill and are recommended for
athletes who have played on school teams,
other travel teams, or participated and ex-
celled in an Upward Stars Developmental
Program. Travel programs give young ath-
letes the opportunity to play at a high level
of competition against other local, regional,
and national teams.
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