CHRIS ARON
2023
“I feel blessed that we made memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you Cal Sports for every workout, private training session, scrimmages, travel games, and volunteer work. He is on the Villanova Club Basketball Team now but it doesn’t seem like the same rewarding competitive experience. In our eyes, Cal Sports consistently stands alone at the top of their Game.”
MATTHEW HELFRICH
2023
“CAL Sports has continually done a great job for my kids and their development in basketball. We have done training for years (since 2015) and did the in-house leagues for the past 2 years. The coaches and the instruction are excellent, the teams were well distributed, and the leagues were always competitive. Additionally, the focus on leadership and being a good teammate has always been part of the training and instruction. If you are serious about your son or daughter’s basketball development, I would highly recommend CAL Sports for them.”
KAREN SWOPE
2023
“We love CAL Sports Academy. We’ve been working with Corey and his team for ten+ years. Our children have developed more in volleyball and basketball with CAL than through any other program. The clinics, camps, leagues and individual trainings are all deliver high-quality coaching for skills on and off the court. The coaches take a personal interest in my kids’ success. Hailey is incredibly helpful and proactive in helping me find the right programming for my children. I can’t say enough great things about CAL!”
THERESA PACI
2023
“A professional and uplifting group of coaches that believe in our kids and our community. They teach traditional values of team building and confidence as well as fine tune skills to develop well rounded players. Year round training courses and summer camps are offered to keep the kids moving. So thankful we found this organization for our son!”
LORI RADCLIFF
2023
“We love CAL Sports! My daughter loves volleyball and enjoys her time in the gym. The coaches are all awesome and want to see all of their players grow!”
ETHAN BLOM
2023
“I have worked for Coach Corey since September 2020. He is a great leader and mentor. He has changed the lives of so many, kids and adults, and continues to give everything he has to everyone in the community. It is amazing to see the growth these kids have had from clinics, leagues, summer camps, and training. CAL Sports is a great place to develop confidence, work ethic, and basketball skill. I am very lucky to be a part of it.”
CORINE SHENG
2022
“There aren’t enough stars! CAL is amazing. My 12-year-old has been there for seven years, and he’s learned so much from the coaches, not just about basketball but about character, leadership, and dedication. He’s made special friends, idolizes his coaches, and would spend every waking moment at the gym if he could. The staff is warm, knowledgeable, and always professional. They return emails promptly and are are available to help with anything I need. They truly care about their students, and take time to listen to what’s going on in their lives. Yes, they’re great at the sports stuff, but I’m most grateful that my son has such strong, positive, supportive role models. He’s looking forward to being a coach there as soon as he’s old enough. Thank you CAL!!”
MARIA KANARR
2023
“My kids played their first season of bball last year, after which something “clicked”. Never before had either played a sport they liked or even wanted to watch. To continue their interest, I signed them up for CAL clinics. I’d never heard of CAL sports but randomly found it on google.
The first few clinics were tough. The classes challenged them in a way that no other teacher, rec sport, or parent had. They cried, failed, and were embarrassed. And yet they persevered. They learned to dribble, move the ball between their legs, and do layups. Each of these stands out distinctly in their minds, remembering clearly the point in time that they couldn’t do any of it and then the point in time when they could.
But in those early clinics, my kids learned more than just rudimentary skills. They learned what it takes mentally to improve in anything, and that tough criticism can be constructive when delivered with care and a meaningful message. Criticism doesn’t equal dislike.
This message continued through the year in the programs with Corey, Cordell, Jordan and Ethan. These coaches continue to respect, joke, and teach my kids. I also learned a lot from Cal. I know that I don’t need to go to all their clinics and practices. I can just drop off. But in going, I learn how to motivate my kids.
Fast forward one year… my son is noticed and valued. He was their leading rebounder in his rec league. He was considered part of their starting line up and was selected for their all star team.
My kids aren’t all stars. They still have a lot to learn. But their transformation in one year is nothing short of amazing and that is 100% due to CAL. My son, who wouldn’t even dribble last season, scored 18 points in a single game. He was so proud. We were so proud. Not bc of the points. But bc of his growth in determination.
Cal sports isn’t about just students who are the norm with natural athleticism. It’s about teaching the average kid self respect and that anything is possible.”
JILL FLUOP
2021
“My daughter, age 11, is taking her first official sports camp in her life. Her experiences so far are in the performing arts- singing and dancing. This summer she has taken a serious interest in Volley ball and just began her first Athletic VB Camp at CAL Sports. My daughter has had some negative experiences in the past when it comes to drills and some angst has evolved from this experience. I emailed the coaches about her concerns/fears. They responded right away. They take great care regarding each of the kids in the Academy and they are willing to hear you out. They are very professional and take into consideration an athlete’s physical, emotional and mental well being while teaching the sport. I appreciate their strong communication skills and quick action to make sure my daughter understands more about sports training and certain methods used when doing drills to reinforce skills and technique. CAL Sports will push your kid, but are good about gauging what is appropriate for each athlete.”