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    3.7 (71 reviews)
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    Rob S.

    SoCal Elite has it all. Whether you're looking for a rec league, a camp, weekly training or a club team, SoCal has got it covered. My son has been playing in SoCal since kinder and started with the parent coached rec league. That was was a great time coaching his teams for several years and seeing his growth as a player. So if you're looking for a great way to bond with your kid, SoCal has it. They also offer an academy in several convenient locations. My son has participated in that for several seasons and I saw his skills improve with SoCal's coaching. Now that he is 9, he's been playing in their club team for over a year. Each stage of development, SoCal has been there all the way. I couldn't recommend it more if you and your kid both love the sport of basketball. You won't regret it.

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    4 years ago

    Non serious coaches. Hard to reach out to management. Im very disappointed with the academy.

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    Too many children in a small gym. We regret that we registered my daughter for the summer camp 2018.

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    Great basketball league. I have 2 kids currently playing, one in the club and the other in the recreational league. Both really enjoy it.

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    Ask the Community - SoCal Elite Sports

    How would you rate the club? Moved here from TX and our son has played on many elite club teams. Not looking for NBA training, just a fun competitive program for seasoned players.If this is more of a "glorified" rec program we will be disappointed.

    Do you have any basketball training new?

    Hi! Our basketball training academy is reopening in July. Please keep an eye on our website socalelite.org for the latest updates.

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    My son has been with SoCal-Elite for 6 years, starting on Rec League teams and now playing on the club team.

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