“MAXIMIZING POTENTIAL ON AND OFF THE COURT”
Our Mission
At Beyond The Basics Basketball, our mission is to pass on knowledge about the game of basketball and life experiences to our athletes to inspire and aid them in reaching their maximum potential on and off the court.
Our Impact
Beyond The Basics Basketball has provided instructional basketball training to athletes all over the DMV area since its establishment. Our focus is on teaching and building basic basketball skills while encouraging teamwork and sportsmanship.
15+
years serving communities
Beyond The Basics Basketball was established in 2015 and has continually grown since then.
30+
schools & daycares serviced
We have traveled to and provided our programs to more than 30 schools and daycares in our community.
2000+
children Impacted
There have been 1000+ children who have participated in our programs since 2015.
Meet Coach Matt
Founder, Program Director & Lead Trainer
Background
Coach Matt is a certified personal trainer and retired professional basketball player. He has played professionally in Morocco, Costa Rica, Lebanon, Cyprus, Turkey, Finland, Luxembourg and Estonia. Matt has been training, coaching, and mentoring athletes for 15+ years. He currently coaches with Bulls Nation Basketball (AAU) and Varsity Assistant Coach at The Potomac School (McLean, VA).
Accolades
Ranked #1 high school Junior in Kentucky
Ranked in the top 10 amongst high school seniors in Connecticut
3-time Atlantic 10 Conference Rookie of the Week
Big South Conference Championship (2010)
Big South All-Tournament Team
NCAA Tournament Appearance
2026 NXT Pro Puma Championship 11U
How Can We Help?
Please contact us with any questions or concerns you have regarding our programs. We will respond promptly.
Phone: (202-740-1241)
email: btbbasketball@gmail.com