Kings Sports Academy

Coach's basketball legacy alive and well

12/28/2011 11:35 PM

Simon Kenton girls’ basketball coach Jeff Stowers is patriarch of Northern Kentucky’s first family of basketball. The Northern Kentucky University legend was in the second class of inductees into the school’s Athletics Hall of Fame in 1999. He played for the Norse from 1972-76 and scored 1,410 points, which ranks 11th all-time.

He helped transform obscure Northern Kentucky State College into a regional power as he led the Norse to a 17-9 record during his senior season. He later married a Norse cheerleader (Mary). Stowers fathered three NKU basketball players – Keith Green, Brenden Stowers and Jordan Stowers. Brenden, an All-American in 2003, has coached at Simon Kenton and NKU. Another son, Evan Stowers, played basketball at Simon Kenton and was an All-America diver at Georgia Tech. Daughter Taylor also played basketball for the Pioneers.

Jeff Stowers, a former Enquirer boys’ coach of the year at Seven Hills, entered this season needing 13 wins to reach 300 in his career. He recently filled in the blanks with contributor Marc Hardin.

You’ve had success with both boys and girls teams. The biggest difference between the genders, from a coaching standpoint, is ... You can give the girls a pattern and they will stick to that pattern. And if they have the talent, they can be successful with it. Guys think they know it all and you have to keep working on the pattern.

The two Northern Kentucky girls teams that challenge you the most year after year are ... Boone County and Newport Central Catholic. You know Nell (Fookes) and Ron (Dawn) are going to have their teams prepared. Nell can take a really good player and build around her, and she can fit the pieces when she doesn’t have that girl. I played against Ron at NKU when he played for Thomas More and he was very tough, and he molds the team in his image.

The best men’s player in NKU history is ... That’s a tough one because there’s been a lot of guys over time. Craig Sanders is the all-time leading scorer. Carl Mitchell, who played with my sons, is still playing pro ball in Israel, and he was a very good player. I’m going to have to leave that one open.

NKU is going Division I. The number of years it will take the men’s basketball team to reach the NCAA tournament will be ... I’m going to give them seven years. You’ve got the four they have to wait, and then I think it will take at least three more to compete at that level. They’re going to get smacked around and take those big paydays and that will help with the recruiting budget, which is so important. They’ve got a gorgeous place to play, and this is such a great area to sell. It’s a major league town with the Reds and Bengals. You’re going to draw some kids even with UC and Xavier in the picture.

The most daunting challenge facing NKU as it ramps up to D-I is ... The recruiting has to change. At D-II, you wait for the good ones to drop off. Now, you go out and get those front-line D-1 players. NKU knows the kind of kids they want. It doesn’t have to be a big No. 1 kid because they have a good system they can fit guys in. You might get the No. 1 to build the program around and you might get the lunch-pail guys. It’s all about finding the right pieces, and it’s going to be a lot tougher now. But I think they’ll do it.

KBA First Dribble Program

10/19/2011 04:49 PM

As Chris Mack gears up for his 3rd year as Xavier’s Mens Head Basketball Coach, wife Christi is introducing tomorrow’s stars to the game of Basketball through the KBA’s First Dribble Program for ages 3-5.

Coach Minor inducted to NKU's Hall of Fame

10/19/2011 05:24 PM

Congrats to Coach Minor on being inducted into Northern Kentucky University’s Hall of Fame!

Kings Basketball Academy

10/19/2011 05:27 PM

The Kings Basketball Academy is the areas first basketball academy in the Greater Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky area. The Academy will provide basketball athletes the opportunity to learn and enjoy the game of basketball within a competitive environment. For more information on the KBA please visit the Basketball link top of this page.

Announcing the Kings Sports Academy

10/15/2010 10:47 PM

Kings Sports Academy is a full service youth sports organization that was established with the following core principles: to provide unparallel attention, loyalty, and integrity to our athletes; to understand the needs of today’s youth athlete and their family and to provide guidance / support to our athletes on and off the playing surface.

KSA is committed to providing an inspiring environment where our athletes of all ages and ability levels have the greatest opportunity to reach their goals, develop core values, maximizes their fullest potential, and most importantly, have fun while chasing their dreams.

Founded by a team of professionals who know the sports areana well, KSA understands what it takes for youth athletes to succeed, both on and off the playing surface. Our team’s combined passion, resources, and experience in the youth sports arena allow KSA parents to feel confident their child’s best interest is always priority #1.

How:

Professional / Experienced Staff
State of the art training equipment
Comprehensize player development program
Intense training atmosphere
Strong emphasis on positive character, and self-esteem
College advisory program

The Kings Sports Academy realizes that in today’s competitive environment, athletes must be well-rounded to succeed. The KSA focuses on the physical and mental conditioning, while also focusing on nutrition, injury management, core values and life skills. We are confident your experience with the Kings Sports Academy will be highly educational both on and off the playing surface.

The Kings Sports Academy

11/03/2010 10:55 PM

KSA is committed to providing an inspiring environment where our athletes of all ages and ability levels have the greatest opportunity to reach their goals, develop core values, maximize their fullest potential, and most importantly, have fun while chasing their dreams.

Founded by a team of professionals who know the sports arena well, KSA understands what it takes for youth athletes to succeed, both on and off the playing surface. Our team’s combined passion, resources, and experience in the youth sports arena allow KSA parents to feel confident their child’s best interest is always priority #1.

How:

· Professional / Experienced staff

· State of the art training equipment

· Comprehensive player development program

· Intense training atmosphere

· Strong emphasis on positive character, and self-esteem

· College advisory program

Sports Divisions:

· Kings Soccer Academy

o The Kings Soccer Academy is the areas only TRUE soccer academy in the Greater Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky area. The format is designed to be the organization for the FUTURE of youth soccer development in the United States. We offer playing levels ranging from U4 through U23, along with a year-round curriculum towards player development and an emphasis that all soccer players, parents and coaches are part of one big soccer family! The structure created allows for all levels, ages and desires to achieve their personal goals both on and off the field. Our year round commitment to our athletes can not be matched by anyone.

· Kings Basketball Academy

o The Kings Basketball Academy is the areas first basketball academy in the Greater Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky area. The Academy will provide basketball athletes the opportunity to learn and enjoy the game of basketball within a competitive environment. We offer playing levels ranging from 3^rd grade through High School. The format is designed to develop well rounded, highly skilled, basketball athletes with the desire to compete at the next level. Our year round commitment to our athletes cannot be matched by anyone.

· Kings Volleyball Academy

o Kings Sports Academy and NKYVC are currently working towards a partnership that would provide unparallel professional support. NKYVC is a national recognized volleyball organization providing volleyball athletes with a comprehensive, proven training program that will challenge, encourage and steer them to achieving their dreams and goals. NKYVC offer levels ranging from Kindergarten – High School, boys and girls. Our year round commitment to our athletes cannot be matched by anyone.

Programs:

· Elite Performance Training

o The Elite Performance Training (EPT) focuses on developing key components within the athlete that will increase dynamic speed, agility, improve flexibility, increase technical skill, and develop explosive athletic movements. The EPT System offers training for youth athletes of all ages, regardless of gender, skill levels, or athletic/fitness goals.

· Functional Movement Screening

· Core stability (TRX Training)

· Speed, Strength, Agility

· Vitabot (on-line nutritional program)

· Performance Management Training

o The Kings Sports Academy and the Center for Human Performance have teamed up to create the Performance Management Training Program. This program focuses on developing the mental toughness within the athlete. The PMT will inspire high achievement and test the limits of mental toughness, through a comprehensive mental conditioning program. Areas of focus include;

· Character development

· Athletic development

· Self-awareness / public speaking

· Team building

· Developing highly effective thought patterns

· Kings to College

o The Kings to College is a sports marketing service for our high school student-athletes. KSA is committed to providing our student-athletes with the proper environment to showcase their talents both on and off the playing surface. The Kings to College provides guidance and support through the college recruiting process.

· Player profiles

· Contacting college coaches

· Video editing

· Financial Aid services

· Compliance Issues

· Injury Management Program

o The Kings Sports Academy and Commonwealth Orthopedic Center have teamed up to provide athletes with a pro-active approach to injury management and/or prevention. Lead by the areas top orthopedic physicians the Injury Management Program is a comprehensive biomechanical assessment that identifies movement patterns, areas of weakness and imbalance that ultimately lead to injury and/or poor overall performance.

Kings Crowned National Champions

11/24/2010 06:18 AM

FIRST NATIONAL TITLE FOR KINGS SOCCE RACADEMY

Start to Finish, KSA U13Girls Where Perfect!

TAMPA, Fla. – The Kings Soccer Academy U13 Girls Super Y-League Team went a perfect 10-0-0 through the regular season and a more impressive 5-0-0 through the post season, to capture the teams and the programs first National Title.

The Kings entered the championship match against Washington Freedom with a bitter sweet taste in their mouth, having been to the finals the previous year and not taking home the title. This time things would be different, jumping out to an early 1-0 lead in the first half, the Kings were able to add an additional goal midway through the 2^nd half to seal the win and wrap up a tremendous season.

“I am so proud of this team,” Head Coach Jon Pickup said. “There was a target on our back after going undefeated during the regular season and the girls stepped up to the challenge.”

For more details on the SYL North American Championship – www.supery.uslsoccer.com

Town & Country Recently Named "Best Family Fitness Center"

11/03/2010 10:53 PM

Town & Country’s Mission: It is the mission of Town & Country Sports & Health Club to successfully marry the team sports business with a family health and recreation membership club. In the process, Town & Country will provide a new cutting edge lifestyle opportunity in what is otherwise an underserved market. The winning formula includes unique amenities, a variety of programs, friendly/professional staff and affordable pricing resulting in outstanding value.

Town & Country Sports & Health Club Awards

Voted “Best Family Fitness Center” (Northern KY Family Magazine)

Voted “Best Family Fitness Center” (Cincinnati Family Magazine)

Voted “Best Camp” (Northern Kentucky Magazine)

Voted “Best Soccer Facility” (CityBeat)

Awarded the “Small Business Success Award” by the Chamber of Commerce

Named an “Emerging 30 Business” for 2 consecutive years by the Chamber of Commerce

Named as a “Favorite Local Gym” by the Kentucky Enquirer

Town & Country’s Shared Values

To constantly aspire to be the friendliest club in the market!

Facilities alone do not make a club great, but active members/patrons do!

The shortest distance between two people is a smile!

Town & Country will consistently be safe and operable!

No surprises! Town & Country will anticipate and then meet and exceed member/player/visitor expectations.

Building a facility attractive to all ages and seasons was the goal...successful operations is Town & Country’s passion!

For more information on Town & Country Sports & Health Club please visit – www.towncountrysports.com