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About Us

Who we are and what we offer

We are a Christian basketball organization located in Chicago, IL with a simple mission: to provide free high-quality basketball camps, clinics and tournaments to Chicago’s youth. We believe that basketball is an exceptional tool to shape young people’s minds and talents by teaching them life skills such as work ethic, discipline, teamwork, commitment, respect, resilience etc. Even more so, we recognize how basketball can be used as a platform to share the Gospel truth with young people, as we fully believe in the transformative power of God’s love in people’s lives.
All coaches are volunteers and have a broad range of basketball playing and coaching experiences. All coaches possess a sound understanding of the game and are able to teach the fundamentals. All sessions will be led by a fully-qualified and experienced basketball coach.
All camps and clinics are provided to Chicago's youth for free (with limited capacity). We will also host 3x3 tournaments which may occasionally come at cost for fundraising purposes. However, the profits from these events will be used entirely to fund the free camps and clinics.
All young people are welcome to attend our basketball sessions and clinics that are appropriate for their age. We run both boys and girls camps separately. We will prioritize young people who are passionate about developing their basketball skills, and come from families who may not have the disposable income to pay for similar camps and clinics. Nonetheless, we are not exclusive and welcome attendees from all socio-economic backgrounds. But would encourage families who are financially secure to consider donating to help the provide the best resources and opportunities for all players in attendance.
We believe that there is one true, holy God, eternally existing and expressing Himself in three persons – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit – each of whom possesses equally all the attributes of deity and characteristics of personality. In the beginning God created out of nothing the world and everything in it, and from that beginning He has been relentlessly desiring and pursuing a personal, intimate, and eternal relationship with us, His children.

We believe that our longings to be reunited with our Father found their fulfillment in Jesus, born of a virgin, mysteriously God in the flesh. Jesus came to preach good news to the poor, to heal the broken-hearted and set captives free. He lived a perfect life, proclaiming the arrival of the Kingdom. He was rejected by many, crucified, buried, and rose again. His death and resurrection bring hope to all creation. Through Jesus we have been forgiven, and through Jesus, God reconciles us to himself. Through Jesus, God puts His family back together Jesus is the only way for this to happen, the only mediator between God and humans. For all who believe and receive His sacrifice He gives the Holy Spirit who leads us into all truth through a communal life of worship and a missional expression of our faith.

Develop Skills & Techniques

Learn how to train your basketball fundamentals to take your game to the next level.

Improve your Athletic Ability

Free training programs from beginners to advanced to improve your strength, power, speed, stamina and overall athleticism.

Expand your Basketball IQ

Learn the finer points of the game so that you can play it intelligently.

Become a Better Teammate

Understand what a good teammate is, how they act and how they make their teammates better.

Become a More Balanced Player

We will help you become a better player, athlete, teammate, and person and how to live a more balanced life.

Grow Spiritually

Explore Christian values and beliefs and learn how to build a relationship with God.

Our Coach Volunteers

Our coaches are all former players and have a broad range of experience coaching. From college basketball to youth recreational.

Eriel Davis

A former D1 Women's Basketball player at the University of Illinois, Eriel has been playing basketball since she was 5 years old. Basketball has allowed her to travel and play around the world. She has done personal skills training for younger girls, which has led her to coaching. She is a leader in the community to young girls and she is blessed to do it through sport. Her favorite quote to pass on to the youth; "No-one can make you feel inferior without your consent" - Eleanor Roosevelt

Ruth Cho

Growing up, Ruth's happiest moments were watching her hometown NBA team, the Golden State Warriors, with her dad, as well as traveling all over the Bay Area to compete and play basketball with her high school team and local club team. She is committed to serving her local community in Chicago by combining her passion for youth mentorship, sports, and faith.

Scott Rogers

A internationally experienced and qualified PE teacher and basketball coach from the UK. Having coached Middle- and High-School basketball in Europe (London and Prague) and the US (Washington DC and Chicago) of all ages and skill levels. As a player, competed in the UK National League for the London Towers (U16's - U20's), represented his County/State, and was an 'All-Star' and 'Defensive Player' at the Nike UK basketball camp.

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Affiliations

Picasso in the Paint is proudly affiliated with:

Picasso in the Paint is a registered organization with the Jr. NBA, the official youth basketball program of the NBA and WNBA. Our lead coach and founder, Scott Rogers, is a USA Gold Licensed Coach (ID #: 41749159), England Basketball Level 3 Coach, and author and creator of 'The PE Project'.

Picasso in the Paint is a registered HER TIME TO PLAY program. HER TIME TO PLAY is a national initiative that is dedicated to championing change on behalf of girls and women and providing them with ways to connect, collaborate, and actively engage with one another through the game of basketball.

DISCLAIMER: Her Time to Play, NBA, AND NBA PROPERTIES DO NOT IN ANY WAY CONTROL OR OPERATE THE ACTIVITIES OF ANY Her Time to Play LEAGUE OR TEAM.