At the third light the road ends and you must turn. Stay on this road for Sponsorship. Rt. For the past 8 years, Briggs (along with co-founder Brian Clement) has run the Maine Firecrackers Girls AAU basketball program. Also planted somewhere in the crowd is dad, Lenny Holmes. Email: mainehoops@gmail.com. The Waynflete Gym is loacted at 360 Spring St. behind Thomas House. Catch this short video on how she positively rewarded a young man with autism after receiving his Covid-19 vaccination. Hes the mecca of Maine basketball, Denise said of the elder Brown. Portland High School is approximately 3/4 mile down on the left hand side. Takea right onto Green Street. Focus is on practice with an emphasis on drill repetition to improve individual skills and teaching girls to become well rounded players that are fundamental in all aspects of the game. Turn right at light. Mackenzies Indiana team has taken on a similar form. That means he spends most practices battling in the post with his younger sister and their competitive drive has not faded in the least. Go .5 mi turn right onto Falmouth Rd. Coach Lenny Holmes announces the opening dates of Maine's Only Shooting School dedicated solely to improving the shooting of young players. Route 115 ends at the Rt. Parking lot in rear of building. 295 take Exit 6B. 1. Go 1 mile till you get to a light (Fire Station is on this corner), the Middle School will be on your left (Loranger Middle School). Multiple schools called, including Indiana, the same school where Lenny used to drive his high school team to in vans for the Bobby Knight basketball camp. Mackenzie and Cam now share an apartment together in Indiana and spend nearly all day with one another, but they werent always as close as they are now. The Maine Lumberjacks is a Bangor-based competitive basketball league formed in 2015 to bring student athletes with a love for the game together to play some serious basketball. The families and the kids are all so similar and they all love it. When I talk to my kids, I tell them one of the things throughout my sports career that I was most proud of was every team I ever played on, at some point I was given the most improved player award, Lenny said. Travel short distance go past school and fields, take a right onto Franklin St. Follow straight from ramp 2.5 miles P.A.C. Academic and administrative buildings will be on your left. 111. Lenny led the boys and Denise coached the girls. Bear left ( 7-Eleven should be on your right ). Paris/Bethel and merge onto W Gray Rd/ME-115/ME-4/US-202; continue to follow ME-4/US-202;Turn left at ME-26/Shaker Rd;Turn left at Libby Hill Rd. https://www.pressherald.com/2021/02/13/former-greely-star-anna-dewolfe-becomes-force-at-fordham/, Maine Firecracker Players Currently Competing at the Next Level 21/22, Firecracker Seniors Finish Careers in Philly 3-1, Holmes Making a Difference On and Off the Court at IU, MaxPreps Player of the Year Camille Clement, Maine Firecrackers Announce Merger with XL Thunder, DeWolfe Posting Results in Strong Sophomore Season. He had the pleasure of taking our first group over many mountains to gain the necessary respect to run an elite program out of Maine. Creating basketball opportunities for players of all ability levels where Sportsmanship and Player Development are the focus. From South: Take Maine Turnpike North to exit 44 (Rt. At next light turn Left - Rt. Maine Hoops also provides direct scholarship opportunities to the most needy of athletes, so athletes who truly want to participate will not be denied, due to lack of money. Our player development is second to none. It turned into an internal language for us.. The passion certainly exists and it's a big part of winters in the state. Follow Forest Ave until you reach your 7th light, Junction of Rte #9. Maine Turnpike take exit 42. At this light take a Left. AAU State . At end of off ramp take right. The Maine Maniacs Basketball Club is one of the top basketball girls program in the State of Maine. The best directions to Cape Elizabeth Schools can be found at www.cape.k12.me.us/directions.html There is a nice map there as well. Traveling North/South on ME Turnpike: Take exit 63 for US-202/ME-115/ME-4 toward ME-26/Gray/New Gloucester; Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Gray-Yarmouth/Poland Spring/Norway-So. Follow Forest Ave until you reach your 7th light, Junction of Rte #9. 295 take Exit 6B. Hi, to comment on stories you must create a commenting profile. Both Lenny and Denise served their time learning the ropes. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. We were blessed to have that offer to ride with Maine United and follow their protocol, and clearly we had success because Under Armour reached out to us to join.. 1 at 4th light, you will see a Dairy Queen on left, bear right onto Broadway St. continue to your second Light, bear right at this light (Amato's will now be on your left) South Portland High School will be on your left about 1/2 mile up the road. The Maine Firecrackers would continue to Continue reading , Adele Nadeau is a high academic student (96.3 GPA with 6 AP classes) and has been a key player for the Firecracker class of 21 since the fourth grade. Once off the ramp, continue through 2 sets of traffic light. "Everyone is focused on drill and ball handling work, it's almost like shooting the basketball has become secondary despite it's OBVIOUS importance to the game. Im just proud.. Tiger gym is down the hill at the other end of the school (park in the lot on the right and walk between the buildings to enter Tiger gym). At First light, (almost immediately after turn) Take a Left - Go Sponsorship. February 24-26 - Town Team Championships - Central Maine Only - Maine Hoops is hosting an official Qualifier Tournament for the 2022 New England Basketball Championship to be held in Providence/Tiverton on March 17-19. 2 miles. Continue through 2 sets of traffic light. Gardiner, ME Joined September 2015. window.__mirage2 = {petok:"RQx3JTYy9MvHBkvgJe66quUAPAGQGqZxSb4gq1qsuyg-1800-0"}; At the end of the first practice this year, we could not separate the kids, Steele said. Her first game that she played in Indiana, when she went in, I broke down crying because it was so awesome. It was an easy decision. I wasnt the best at first, but I was able to work my way into those roles through, more than anything, just hard work and perseverance.. Lenny built up the boys side of the program and remains still involved, while Denise constructed the girls program and has now taken a step back. 77 South. You can share 5 more gift articles this month. )Follow Broadway all the way to the light. 100 North stay on this road for 4 miles.You will see a Blue Sign directing you to Eastgate. It carried on, but the kids matured with age. Theres not a hotbed for DI talent, but there is a lot of passion for basketball in Maine, Lenny said. At intersection of Rt. Basketball has done a lot for the Holmes family and theres still more chapters to be written. 9 and Stevens Ave turn right. Shes had some great coaches, so I tend to try to shut up now. At first light take a left. Take exit 45 off of Maine Turnpike After you go through the toll, continue straight for 1.8 miles until you reach a light. How to Get Started? Coach Holmes has been using this practice for close to 20 years and has refined the process to science. Proceed though the former toll plaza and take the 2nd exit (295- Portland) and take Exit 6B to Forest Avenue. Congratulations to senior Camille Clement for landing the MaxPreps Player of the Year for Maine for the 20/21 season. )Proceed to STOP sign.You may turn either left or right onto MacArthur Circle. In 2004-2005 over 2000 young men and women from the State of Maine participated in Maine Hoops Basketball events. M/W Basketball Season Tickets. Take 2nd left (there will be a sign for Redbank Village Apts. Basketball is in the Holmes family DNA and its a major part of Maine, too. After four miles, be sure to bear right at the "T" intersection and proceed into North Windham center. Basketball was their life, and that passion was passed on to Mackenzie and Cam. Basketball is what keeps them connected and opened the door to make the leap from a quiet town just outside Portland to one of the most regarded college basketball programs in the NCAA. The duo also wants to bring in more and more people into the Mode3 family. Many of our athletes are now playing at professional, collegiate, high school and leading their middle school and travel teams. This event is for Town/City teams and is not open to AAU or Club teams unless ALL players are from the same community. From North take same exit but turn left off ramp. I was more of a shooter, and I could play in the post if needed. When you look at Maine basketball, all the teams that win state championships every single year or the perennial contenders, theyre just juggernauts with talent and teamwork that theyre able to produce year after year.. The common denominator a philosophy and work ethic that prepares athletes for the college game. Read more and decide if we're the right fit for you! Its a long way from Gorham, Maine and the feeling of gameday is one the family may never get used to, but they wouldnt want it any other way. Go 2.3 miles and turn right onto Woodville Rd. Continue into the rotary take second right off of the rotary. Once off the ramp, onto Portland High School: From the Maine Turnpike North, take exit 52 - Falmouth. As you come to the end of this exit, turn right (it is a continuation of the curve you've been on. From the Maine Turnpike North, take exit 52- Falmouth. The class of 2021 missed out on their Junior season due to Covid-19 precautions causing them to cancel the all import Junior year game circuit. Nokomis High School's Cooper Flagg takes the ball to the hoop during the Maine Class A boys basketball championship game at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Last year she didnt get to come home for Christmas, so its those things where your support counts more. After two years of playing AAU basketball under the Maine United brand, an area AAU program featuring girls from the graduating class of 2027 is changing its name to Mode3 and will be the. Denise recalled a time when Mackenzie was young, she didnt believe shed love the sports the way her parents did. Blue Wave Basketball was founded in the Spring of 2011 with the goal of teaching boys and girls in the Greater Portland area the proper way to learn the fundamentals of the game of basketball. Saco/Old Orchard Beach. My dad works probably 12 hours a day. From the Maine Turnpike South, take exit 44, follow signs and directions to I-295 North. I learned how to dedicate everything to my team no matter if I was on the field or cheering from the bench and I work to inspire other people to bring their fire. )Proceed to STop sign.You may turn either left or right onto MacArthur Circle. 1 north. AAU Basketball program that is determined to provide an opportunity for young players to continue their ability to play the. https://www.pressherald.com/2022/01/09/maine-talent-soaring-to-top-levels-of-womens-college-basketball/?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Daily+Headlines%3A++RSS%3AITEM%3ATITLE&utm_campaign=PPH+DH+-+SUNDAY+%28HTML%29, Camille Clement Northeastern University NCAA Division I, Gemima Motema Northeastern University NCAA Division I, Amanda Kubantu Bentley University NCAA Division II, Mollie Obar Brandeis University NCAA Division III Continue reading , Bella McLaughlin decided there isnt much to wait for after Providence offered her a full scholarship last week so she committed to them yesterday and can now focus on her Junior season on the court and in the classroom. If coming from Rte 1 (Main Street, Saco) turn at VIP Auto Parts going towards Old Orchard. Learn more. See Offers. Turn right on to Bucknam Rd. Follow us on Social Media . At the first traffic light turn left on to Bedford Street. One of Maines largest AAU basketball club is proud to announce our assessment dates. BE CAREFUL at the rotary to stay on Rt. is on your right just after Peoples Heritage Bank. Only subscribers are eligible to post comments. Go through three lights in town Winslow and proceed past football field on right and school will be 1/4 mile on left. Login. The circuit is comprised of high level sessions in the Spring and Summer and culminates in the coveted UAA . By the time Mackenzie hit eighth grade, it was clear she was going to play Division I basketball. Alternate route: See directions below for From the North. Our 4 v 4 league allows individual players more touches on the ball and clinic style practice puts an emphasis on basketball . Already have a commenting profile? From Int. He is the only instructor in the State who relies so heavily on this vital process. Take a right onto Spring St at Mercy Hospital. Just after the High School turn right onto Ludlow St. and the gym parking lot is your first right. 302 (2nd exit or half way through the rotary.) The Maine Renegades AAU programs are designed to provide middle school/high school aged girls and boys with opportunities to learn and improve. Take right off ramp and at 6th stop light take right(will cross mini bridge before turn). Take Your Training to the Next Level One of our most popular items. Their parents never pushed them towards the game, and both tried multiple sports, but their love for basketball took over quickly. From the north or the south, take I-295 to Exit 6A (Forest Ave. South) Follow signs for Rte. Turn right at second road and entrance to the gym is around back. 295, Portland). Maine Renegades Basketball, Westbrook, Maine. Parking lot is behind gym. From North - Take exit 63 off of the Maine Turnpike. Take left off ramp, proceed approx. Maine Blue Wave Basketball - Blue Wave Basketball Maine Blue Wave Basketball Teaching the Greater Portland area the proper way to learn the fundamentals of the game of basketball. Our player development is second to none. We call that mode three. 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The way people look at basketball and the way they appreciate good basketball, especially good team basketball, not individual 1-on-1 play, thats what all the great Indiana teams of the past were all about. 1 until you pass a McDonalds on your right. Waterville Boy's & Girls Club (Alfond Center): From South take Exit 130 (Waterville). From Int. Wed let them shoot together, but wed say were not going to let you play together. | Home | Contact Us | Site Map, Creating basketball opportunities where Sportsmanship and Player Development are the focus, own Team Championships Information Just Opened, Spring Schedule Just Released - Click Here, MaineHoops-FrequentlyAskedQuestions2015.pdf, EasternMaineHoopsRegistrationForm2016.pdf, MaineHoops-FrequentlyAskedQuestions2016.pdf, TournamentRegistrationForm2016withMACBangorArea.pdf, Consistent and Constant Feedback during Correction Phase. Raising Basketball IQ's One Player at a Time!The Basketball Institute. Saco/Old Orchard Beach. Tweets. The XL Thunder program will continue in its current teams and serve as the development program. 6.5 miles from toll booth. From the North Take Exit 63-Gray off the Maine Turnpike (95) and turn left onto Rts. From the Maine Turnpike South, take exit 44, follow signs and directions to I-295 North. See instructions below from North Windham. Maine United Basketball Membership Signup Mode one is youre out there, finding yourself away from the basketball and going through the motions. (State St.) for 0.7 miles. After the success of the Maine United girls team last year, the program was invited to join the Under Armour AAU circuits. Mode3, formerly a part of the Maine United program, joins Under Armour's middle school AAU circuits. 2 miles to bottom of the hill, keep straight through light (keep Mobil Gas Station on left) schools will be 1/2 mile on right. This will take you to the same rotary as above. All Rights Reserved. Turn Left on to Rt. Though Lenny and Denise divorced when their kids were young, both were still heavily involved with raising the children. Commenting on the long and amazing journey over the prior eight years, Briggs said The wins and championships were very special, but seeing young women go from pigtails and braces to highly recruited student athletes who are leaders in the classroom, on the court, and in their communities has been the most rewarding., Briggs continued, Olivia Smith (Dartmouth) and Allie Clement (Marist) will play Division I, Nina Davenport (Bates), Sam Frost (Salve Regina), Olivia Shaw (UNE) and Brianne Maloney (St. Joes) will thrive in Division 3. //