Elite Training with H.O.O.P.S. Academy
Where Purpose - Meets Performance
If you’re serious about excelling in the game of basketball, you need more than just reps — you need the right training, the right mindset, and a trainer who’s committed to your growth.
At H.O.O.P.S. Academy, we specialize in building confident, technically sound, and game-ready athletes. Our mission is to help players of ALL AGES sharpen their skills, strengthen their discipline, and unlock their full skill level. We believe in training with purpose, developing mental toughness, and committing to excellence — every drill, every rep, every session.
“The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do." - Kobe Bryant
“The important thing is that you keep going, no matter how hard it gets.” - Kobe Bryant
Welcome
At H.O.O.P.S. Academy, we’re excited to welcome you and your athlete to our dynamic and elite training facility. We believe that every great player starts with a strong foundation, and that’s exactly what we’re building here: Elite Skills, Elite Mindset, and Elite Results — all in a supportive and high-energy environment. Our experienced training staff is passionate about developing not just basketball talent, but confident, respectful, and resilient athletes. You can expect your athlete to leave H.O.O.P.S. Academy with improved skills, a new mindset, and a stronger love for the game. Thank you for choosing to be part of the H.O.O.P.S. Academy family. Let’s make this an unforgettable experience!
What The Players Say About Mark Clay...
ACHIEVEMENTS
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2x - 2nd Team All State Division I
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Delaware County Player of the Year
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2x - OCC Player of the Year
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2x - 1st Team All Central District
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2x - 1st Team District 11
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OLHS Career Leader 3 Pointers made in a Season (87)
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OLHS Career Leader 3 Pointers made (147)
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Ohio University Commit
"It is very chill but also intense at the same time. Chill in the sense of knowing you can make mistakes and not have the pressure to be perfect. Knowing if you do mess up you will work on it until it is perfect. Intense meaning always moving, getting shots up, working on footwork, etc. Always being able to talk and decide what you like to do and work on what you think needs improvement. Been training with Mark for many, many years now and it has helped me play at the highest level I can and preparing me to play D1 in college. Training with Mark has also helped me learn to move on fast. Miss a shot, get the next one and get to the next play fast."
​Gigi Bower - Shooting Guard
Ohio University