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Head Start Basketball's MIssion

Head Start Basketball exists to make a positive impact on young basketball players, on and off the court. Our mission is carried out through teaching fundamental skills, promoting good habits, and creating a fun and positive environment where players can grow their confidence and build their character.

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Hoop Heads Podcast, Let's Talk Basketball

The Hoop Heads Podcast is co-hosted by Head Start Basketball Founder Mike Klinzing and Coach Jason Sunkle. Listen in for real conversations with personalities from across the basketball landscape. Our line-up of guests includes some of the top minds in the game at all levels, from grassroots, high school, and college all the way up to the NBA. They’ll share insights to help you grow as a coach, improve as a player, or enhance your understanding of the game as a parent. Every episode is built to give you practical takeaways that you can use to improve your game.

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The heart of the team

meet our team

Head Start Basketball is led by Director Mike Klinzing and supported by a coaching staff with deep experience in teaching the fundamentals and working with young players in a positive environment

Cal Klinzing

Mickey Verdi

Coach

Matt Jancar

Coach

Don Gross

Coach

Jason Sunkle

Coach

Steve DeBlock

Coach

Mike Klinzing

Head Start Basketball Founder & Executive Director

Blog

The Head Start Basketball Blog delivers practical coaching insights, skill-development strategies, and youth basketball guidance designed to help players, parents, and coaches build strong fundamentals, confidence, and a lifelong love for the game. You'll also find the latest updates on Head Start Basketball News and Events. Read a few highlights, then explore more stories from our community.

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Our testimonials

Jessica

from Strongsville

We absolutely love your program! My older son attended from second grade until 7th and this was my younger son’s first year and he absolutely loved it. We will definitely be back again next summer!

Jen and David

from Westlake

Our son Ben had a blast, as always at your camp! Love how you have them all playing with different age groups and your philosophy on good sportsmanship; he loved his teammates and the older ones inspired him.

Faith

from Avon Lake

My children really enjoy the Head Start Basketball Camps and look forward to attending each summer.  Their basketball skills and sportsmanship have greatly improved with the help of Mike and his staff.

Kim

from Hudson

Thank you again for another wonderful session… Just like last year, this was a very well organized camp…Not only did  Alexander improve on his basketball skills as a player, he had a lot of fun too… All the coaches were such wonderful role models for our children, providing them with positive feedback… Thank you again for all of your time and dedication to this program…See you next year!

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