A pathway to grow.
ACE programming meets players where they are — from first experiences with organized basketball to competitive club teams preparing athletes for the next level.
Little Eagles.
A low-pressure, high-energy introduction to basketball built around fundamentals, confidence, teamwork and fun.
Sessions combine skill development with live scrimmage play so young athletes learn how to dribble, pass, shoot, defend and understand the game in an encouraging environment.
Sundays • Oct. 25–Dec. 6
No session: November 29
Girls: 2:00–3:30 PM
Boys: 3:30–5:00 PM
Format: Development first half + scrimmage second half
ACE Club Teams
- Grade-level boys and girls teams
- Intentional skill and decision-making development
- Competitive weekend games and tournaments
- GameChanger-supported scoring and video workflow
- Shared ACE standards for players, coaches and families
Learn to play the right way.
Our club teams build on fundamentals with more advanced decision-making, team concepts, competition and accountability.
We want athletes prepared to contribute at the next level, while remembering that development is bigger than wins and losses. The goal is long-term growth.
Camps, clinics & tools.
Skill Development
Focused instruction in shooting, ball handling, passing, finishing, footwork and decision-making.
Assessment & Tryout Camp
Structured summer evaluation and development sessions that help place athletes and prepare teams for the season.
Technology & Equipment
Fundraising supports tools such as shooting machines, video, GameChanger workflows and equipment that expand development opportunities.
Supporting the next step.
ACE fundraising and player development are designed to support youth athletes and, when opportunities align, contribute resources that may benefit Ankeny Christian Academy basketball players through high school.