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Our Classes
Shoot For The Stars Academy
Athletes ages 9-11 and 12-14 can join Coach John Thomas at the Shoot for the Stars Academy for elite basketball training focused on skill development, fundamentals, and conditioning. This program is designed for players who are working to make their school teams, are preparing for youth league and AAU, or want to sharpen their skills with high-level training. Coach John, a 15+ years of international pro, brings global techniques to help young athletes maximize their potential! $160/month.
- 10 per age group
- Structured training groups focusing on fundamentals, game IQ, conditioning, and live play.
- Discounts available
Saturday Skill Development Clinics
Athletes ages 7–9 and 9–13 can join Coach John Thomas for the Shoot for the Stars Clinic to build strong basketball fundamentals. With 15+ years of international experience, Coach John uses proven techniques to help young athletes grow. Classes are
$30/session,
$115/month, or get a
10% off
when paying for the full semester.
- Small groups
- Weekly sessions to sharpen ball-handling, shooting, footwork, and confidence in a fun, competitive setting.
- Discounts available
Camps
Get ready to finish 2025 strong with our Winter Basketball Camp December 29th – 31st. Shoot For The Stars Winter Camp is designed to help players build confidence, sharpen fundamentals, and elevate their game in a fun and competitive environment. $225 per player (early registration by Nov. 17), $250 per player after Nov. 17.
- Camp is limited to 65 participants
- High-energy, full-day camps with skill development, competitions, guest coaches, player evaluations, and team-building.
- Includes T-shirt, daily lunch, elite coaching staff, and daily awards
Advanced Small Group Training
High-intensity, focused sessions designed for athletes ready to take their game to the next level. These groups offer personalized development, advanced skill work, and competitive training to help players build game-ready confidence and improve every session.
- Advanced ball-handling, shooting, and footwork
- Competitive drills built around game situations
- Small groups for individualized coaching
- Focus on decision-making and court awareness
- Strength, conditioning, and agility integration
- For players serious about improving and standing out
All-Girls Academy
Training designed exclusively for young female athletes, focused on building confidence, fundamentals, and game understanding. Our All-Girls Academy creates a positive, encouraging environment where players can learn, grow, and challenge themselves while developing strong basketball skills and leadership.
- Skill development tailored for young female athletes
- Confidence-building drills and team concepts
- Fundamental footwork, ball-handling, passing, and shooting
- Small-group instruction for individualized attention
- Leadership, teamwork, and game-IQ focus
Homeschool P.E. Academy
We’re excited to launch a brand-new Homeschool Basketball P.E. Program in Auburn this August! This structured, high-energy basketball program is built for homeschool students to learn, grow, and stay active. $100/month, 15% off each additional child and 10% off when registering for 2 or more months.
- Ages 9-14
- Custom Shoot For The Stars practice uniform
- Game concepts and live scrimmage experience
- Fitness, teamwork, and leadership training
- Skill development and basketball fundamentals
“A Ball of a Party” Birthday Packages
Do you have a child who loves basketball? Lets throw a basketball party! Coach John Thomas, who played international basketball for 15+ years, will be there to help you pull off a memorable event and game!
- Basic Package - $150: 2 hour time slot, tablecloths, cups and napkins.
- Pro Package - $200: 2 hour time slot, tablecloths, cups and napkins, adding either basketball activities with Coach Thomas or a Referee for Game Time!
- Standard Customized - $200: 2 hour time slot, tablecloths, cups and napkins, decoration using name, age, basketball theme, pennant garland, cake topper, small toppers, 4 pop corn boxes, balloons.
- Pro Customized - $250: 2 hour time slot, tablecloths, cups and napkins, decoration using name, age, basketball theme, pennant garland, cake topper, small toppers, 4 pop corn boxes, balloons; adding either basketball activities with Coach Thomas or a Referee for Game Time!
*Favor Bags can be added.
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Who I am
JT Global Basketball was founded by John Thomas, a Beauregard native and former professional basketball player who competed overseas for 16 years before retiring in 2020. After years of traveling the world, John returned home with his family to share his knowledge and passion for the game with the Auburn community.
Our mission is to teach the fundamentals of basketball, build confidence, and help young athletes grow on and off the court. We believe in consistency, hard work, and creating a positive environment where players learn life skills that extend beyond basketball.
Key Milestones & Achievements
- Played 16 years of professional basketball internationally (2004–2020).
- Founded JT Global Basketball and the Shoot For The Stars Basketball Development Programs to serve Auburn-area youth.
- Partnered with Auburn Parks & Recreation to host weekly academies, clinics, and camps.
- Hosted the first Auburn summer camp with 74 kids in attendance, with continued growth each season.
- Worked alongside Nike Basketball Academy Director Sam Jones, coaching at Nike Basketball Camps in Fort Collins, CO.
- Currently pursuing the opportunity to serve as a Nike Basketball Camp Director, bringing national-level training to Auburn.
“JB has loved his time with Coach Thomas and can’t wait for this camp. The lessons being taught definitely go beyond basketball.”
Becky Sharp, Facebook
“My son loves his programs!"
Kristy Waggoner, Facebook
“Such a great experience! Highly recommend!!!”
Hannah Cox Bodine, Facebook
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Camp Recaps
Highlights from our Winter, Spring, Summer, and Holiday camps.
Summer Camp
Spring Camp
Winter Camp
Nike Basketball
John Thomas is currently coaching alongside Nike Academy Director Sam Jones in Fort Collins. He is pursuing the role of Nike Basketball Camp Director in Auburn.
Nike basketball camps are training programs designed for boys and girls to improve their basketball skills through focused, intensive coaching. The camps offer various programs for different skill levels, from beginners to advanced players, focusing on fundamentals like shooting, dribbling, passing, and defense, as well as team play
Player of the Month
We want to start highlight an outstanding player every month pretty soon. These players will be chosen from one of our Shoot For the Stars camps, so sign up today for a chance to give your child a spotlight!
