About

CHANGING LIVES THROUGH SPORTS

The Basketball Warehouse Academy is a non-profit organization that offers basketball training and academic tutoring for kids in the Tampa Bay area. We strive to help them reach their potential for success through basketball Located in Largo, Florida, our unique training center attracts boys and girls of all ages and skill levels.

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Academics

After-School Tutoring

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Basketball

Trainings & Programs

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Stronger Sense of Self

Team & Character Building

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OUR MISSION

To help boys and girls of all ages develop the tools necessary to succeed in academics, sports, and life by offering basketball training, academic support, and enrichment opportunities.

Our History

The Basketball Warehouse Academy was established in April 2011 to offer kids a place to play basketball, get extra help in their classroom studies, and do their homework after school. Co-founders Daryl Blume and Allen Williams coached basketball together at Shorecrest Preparatory School. Together they established TBWA to provide tailored training programs to satisfy each student-athlete’s individual needs.

“The Warehouse” would help our children reach their academic and life potential through sports.

Throughout the years, The Basketball Warehouse Academy has evolved, expanding its vision and growing into a respected 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, as well as a popular destination for teens and tweens with a passion for athletics.

Our Directors/Co-Founders Were College Ballers

Coach Allen played at the University of North Alabama (1990-1991), where his team won the 1991 National Championship. He went pro, playing internationally before returning to Tampa Bay in a coaching role. He coached with Daryl at Shorecrest Prep from 2008-2015, and was inducted into the UNA Hall of Fame.

COACH ALLEN

COACH DARYL

Coach Daryl played ball at Francis Marion University and was a 4–Year Starter, Team Captain, and MVP. He was also the Shorecrest Preparatory Boys’ Varsity Coach from 2008–2015 (while working his “day job” as President of BCH Mechanical). Coach Daryl was inducted into the Francis Marion University Athletic Hall of Fame.

Successful
Student-Athletes
On & Off
The Court

Our Vision

Develop the talent and skills of our players
Encourage academic achievement
Promote a spirit of teamwork, friendship, and sportsmanship
Provide training to students who want to play college ball
Build life skills through the game of basketball

Meet Our Coaches

Our team has extensive experience in coaching, playing competitive basketball, and mentoring kids. TBWA Coaches teach more than hoops, they promote discipline, teamwork, leadership, and good sportsmanship.