Our Story

Built In The Valley

We have been empowering youth athletes in the Central New York area for over 10 years.

Throughout this time, we have taught and grown players who have gone on to play Division II and III basketball — as well as overseas.

Our focus is building elite teams, while also catering to all athletes willing to learn and improve their game. Last year, we fielded 12 competitive teams, capped at 8–10 players per team, with a unique coach for each team.

We believe teams should have their own coach rather than splitting a coach's time between multiple teams. This allows coaches to tailor practice plans and focus on a set group of kids for a full spring season, instead of juggling multiple ages and skill levels. Capping teams at 10 players (most teams last year carried 8) also creates more chances for player development.

MVE's Goal

A Proven Blueprint

Our program was built with one clear goal: to develop Central New York's top basketball players and prepare them for the next level.

Skill Development

Elite, position-specific training that builds players from the ground up.

Exposure

Relationships with college programs and major scouting services across the country.

Accountability

Players learn to compete, lead, and prepare for opportunities at the next level.

Mentorship

Coaches who are current or former college players invest in each athlete's growth.

Over the years, we've proudly become the area's leading youth basketball organization in producing alumni who go on to play at the high school and collegiate level. No other program in the area has helped more players take that next step.

Current College Alumni

Where They Play

A proven path for Central New York's top players. Schools currently represented by MVE alumni:

Daemen University (D2) Oswego State Ithaca College Vermont State – Lyndon SUNY Poly Utica University Clarkson University St. Lawrence University

This does not include our alumni with completed college careers (another 10+ universities).

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High Schools Represented

MVE currently represents over 20 different high schools across the region.

Be Part Of The Next Chapter

Tryouts, tournaments, and ways to support the program.