Our Mission is simple…Basketball the right way for the right reasons

About Us

AIBA is a recognized a 501 c3 non profit. We strive to provide each player with a strong basketball foundation based on learning and application in a positive environment, perfecting their skillset and strengthening their character during practice, games, tournaments, and off the court interactions.

Teamwork is often the solution to life problems. Early experiences working as a team and understanding the importance of an attitude of good sportsmanship/fair play provide a real-life foundation for understanding how to approach other life challenges with mutual respect, integrity, determination, and resiliency.

This approach is integrated into how the Board and Staff strive to interact with each other, parents, and athletes in our programs. We continually underscore this philosophy, emphasizing individual player growth development on and off the court rather than solely focusing on the win/loss record.

Additionally, our Chief Executive and Lead Coach, Erik Thomas, is adamant that cost cannot be a defining barrier to participation, which is one reason why the non-profit status was chosen. It will enable us to raise funds to help cover the cost of participation for deserving young athletes who might not otherwise participate.

Our Board

Erik Thomas - President / CEO

Shaun Thomas - Board Member

Herman Johnson - Board Member

Ethan Jackson - Board Member