Camille finished her high school career with 1416 points in a Covid shortened season while shooting 46% from the field and Continue reading , March 2021, the Maine Firecrackers announced a merger with XL Thunder where both brands would continue to operate. 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. In 2004-2005 over 2000 young men and women from the State of Maine participated in Maine Hoops Basketball events. 916 likes. A former player and longtime coach, he feverishly supports Mackenzie and her teammates. Central Maine Sports Shes had some great coaches, so I tend to try to shut up now. The Maine Renegades AAU programs are designed to provide middle school/high school aged girls and boys with opportunities to learn and improve. From Int. 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 and follow directions above. 1. 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. 207-749-9492. Its what made Mackenzie and Cam want to attend the same college. 355 Following. Her brother spends more time with her than anyone and he sees parallels between their original home and their new home in the Midwest. Lenny also played the kids 1-on-1 up until the point he could no longer beat them. Make sure to verify age requirements for each grade. For the past 7 years he has been the Scarborough Basketball Booster President overseeing the entire basketball program for boys and girls. Maine Turnpike take Exit 36. 9 and Stevens Ave turn right. Westbrook College (UNE) .1 miles on your left. If not in person, then the support will always be there from a far. window.__mirage2 = {petok:"RQx3JTYy9MvHBkvgJe66quUAPAGQGqZxSb4gq1qsuyg-1800-0"}; 2022-23 Men's Ice Hockey Season Ticket Brochure. The duo also wants to bring in more and more people into the Mode3 family. They will always appreciate game days in Assembly Hall. Basketball has done a lot for the Holmes family and theres still more chapters to be written. Login. Basketball was their life, and that passion was passed on to Mackenzie and Cam. 202 - Travel 3 miles and you will see Windham High School and Middle School on your left - Go by the schools .2 miles and at blinking light turn left - go another .15 miles and turn left into parking lot (10.4 miles from Toll) Stay to the left of Building around to the back is parking and gym entrance. Take Exit 32 from theMaine Turnpike. Denise grew up in South Portland, where basketball is often the talk of town. AAU State . Parking lot in rear of building. Proceed 0.4 miles (5 blocks) to Waynflete. 109. The trek from Gorham, Maine to Bloomington, Indiana is not a short one. Portland High School is approximately 3/4 mile down on the left hand side. 2 miles) after House of Pancakes take right onto West River Rd. Aug. 13After 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. It was things like that., The main thing was just work ethic and hard work, Cam said. Though Lenny and Denise divorced when their kids were young, both were still heavily involved with raising the children. 1 take an immediate right onto Rt. 100 North stay on this road for 4 miles.You will see a Blue Sign directing you to Eastgate. Go .5 mi turn right onto Falmouth Rd. See instructions below from North Windham. 3-4 miles) through a blinking light and another light. If coming from Rte 1 (Main Street, Saco) turn at VIP Auto Parts going towards Old Orchard. Games: All Games are regulation High School games with Board Officials. Cam, who is two years older than Mackenzie, got the shooting touch from his mom, but had to work like his father did coming up. TravellingSouth on Route1, take a sharp left onto Center Street. Since the programs inception in 2004, the club has grown to one of the largest in the state of Maine and the New England area. New School will be on your right off of Rt. Route 115 ends at the Rt. The pair eventually found one another and married. Travel approximately 1.0 mile (passing the Howard Sports complex) and the Saco Middle School will be on your left. Maine Hoops believes basketball can teach many of life's lessons on the court, if character and fair play are always part of the process. Lenny led the boys and Denise coached the girls. Bean sued over a waterproof claim, Plans for Trinity Jubilee Center new location taking shape in Lewiston. is on your right just after Peoples Heritage Bank. McAuley is on the left. )Follow Broadway all the way to the light. 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.. See Forming an Team Information to do so. Route 115 ends at the Rt. 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. The Basketball Institute Creating basketball opportunities for players of all ability levels where Sportsmanship and Player Development are the focus. 302 west for 11 miles to North Windham. Then, when I took a visit out here, I fell in love.. Stay on this road for Sponsorship. They also started the AAU program Maine Hoops out of their home, and it still operates today as one of the biggest programs in the state. Mode one is youre out there, finding yourself away from the basketball and going through the motions. From the Maine Turnpike South, take exit 44, follow signs and directions to I-295 North. Started by Brendan Fontaine of Auburn and Wayne Steele of Gray, Mode3 comprises girls in the 2027 high school graduation year from all across Maine. Already have a commenting profile? Bear right at the toll booth (following signs to North Windham) and proceed 1.5 miles to the third traffic light. Cam was awaiting his sisters college decision. Denise recalled a time when Mackenzie was young, she didnt believe shed love the sports the way her parents did. 2 miles. Expectations are for players to be unselfish, humble, hard working, enthusiastic, respectful to both officials and opponents, and team oriented. M/W Basketball Season Tickets. 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. BASKETBALL TICKETS. It carried on, but the kids matured with age. Tweets & replies. Lenny and Cam are no slouches on the court, but they were workers. Turn left at traffic light (still Rt. Maine Renegades Basketball | Westbrook ME Just a few years ago you were watching your dad coach your sister in middle school basketball and high school basketball with like 20 people in the gym, Cam said. 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. 1 South. 6 miles till you come to a stop light (you will be 7.1 miles from the toll) - turn right onto Rt. Holmes led the Hoosiers in points (17.8 per game), rebounds (7.6), and blocks (3.0 per game, which also led the Big Ten) as Indiana finished 21-6 record and the Elite Eight, where it fell to eventual champion Arizona. At times, Mackenzie and Cam would even team together in AAU if one of their teams needed an extra body. Take the Bucknam Rd exit 10 towards Falmouth. The new Noble High School will be on your left. Follow this road (Sponsorship. You will bear right onto Gloucester Hill Rd. Go approx 5 miles and school will be on left. The registration fee to play in the YES AAU Basketball Program varies from season to season. Thanks for taking the time to make a difference Mackenzie! 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. BBN_Maine is an organization that is committed to providing a comprehensive basketball program. 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. From North: Take Maine Turnpike south to exit 53 (Portland North) Turn right at end of exit onto Auburn St. Take right at DunkinDonuts intersection straight to next intersection. Naturally, they took a liking to the game of basketball. Catch this short video on how she positively rewarded a young man with autism after receiving his Covid-19 vaccination. Follow Forest Ave until you reach your 7th light, Junction of Rte #9. Go about 1 mile and turn left onto Rt. At intersection of Rt. They grew up watching their parents coach, constantly attending practices, and seeing how much the game could do for them. 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. I kind of explained to them at a practice that there are different modes. Also planted somewhere in the crowd is dad, Lenny Holmes. Thats fine though as Mackenzie can focus on her pursuit of an NCAA title and undoubtedly Lenny, Denise, and thousands of others from Gorham and beyond will be watching. 9 for about 6 miles to traffic light. Im just proud.. Inside look at the XL Thunder and Maine Attraction Elite Nationals girls' teams grind it out this spring and summer aau season. )Proceed to STop sign.You may turn either left or right onto MacArthur Circle. Last season, the 6-foot-3 center was an Associated Press All-American Honorable Mention, a member of the NCAA All-Regional Team and first-team All-Big Ten. (From Int. Mackenzie Holmes continues to amaze on and off the court at Indiana University. I save my yelling for the officials now.. His basketball journey took him to the University of Maine Machias, where he played college ball and after he finished playing, he immediately got into coaching. 9) and follow for about 1/2 mile. Follow this road for Sponsorship. Go to end of Cool St. and take a left and then a quick right onto Messalonskee Ave., H.S will be 1/8 mile on left. How to Get Started? After the success of the Maine United girls team last year, the program was invited to join the Under Armour AAU circuits. Go 1 mile till you get to a light (Fire Station is on this corner) turn left and go 1/8 mile. Interested in learningmore about what we have to offer? TAKE EXIT 6A (ME-100 S/FOREST AVE). (Spring Point Marina is straight ahead) turn right to next intersection where gym is to the right. For as far as the kids have come and for how much success theyve shared, dont expect that 1-on-1 rematch anytime soon. AAU gives some Maine basketball players exposure, but it isn't beneficial to all who participate AAU and travel basketball are seen as a quick way for athletes to gain exposure and be. Proceed past shopping center and McDonalds and at next light take right onto Eustis Parkway. Despite the lack of notoriety, shes now writing a new chapter and setting an example of people coming out of Maine to achieve basketball success at a high level. They love it.. At first light take a left. This happens because we have great coaching, outstanding kids with incredible work ethic and team first attitudes, parents that remain patient and understand the process, and ultimately the trust and respect of the college coaching community. Copyright 2023 MaineHoops.com. The feeling never gets old.. Now, going and seeing an Elite Eight basketball game against Arizona where theres thousands of people watching on TV and seeing your parents and sister on the big screen is really indescribable. Continue into the rotary take second right off of the rotary. It looks like you do not have any active subscriptions. Years ago, it likely never seemed conceivable that Mackenzie and Cam would battle with each other in practice preparing to face the likes of Michigan and Ohio State. Continue on Rt. Wed play in the tournament, and we sold out the tournament venue which is a big venue of like 7,500 or 8,000 people. Mode3, formerly a part of the Maine United program, joins Under Armour's middle school AAU circuits. Go .8 miles turn left onto Woodville Rd, go .5 miles to Falmouth Middle School. I can tell you from back when I played, when we played our rivals, it was sold out with seats on the sideline. Learn more. This is the first time that I know of that two families, which turned into 10, said whats best for our kid may not be just in this one program, Fontaine said. Go about 1 mile and turn left onto May Street (after the light at Five Points Shopping Center). Further in the crowd you can find Denise Payette-Holmes, or put more simply, mom. He is the only instructor in the State who relies so heavily on this vital process. She says she never said that, but she did.. A lot of talent that will end up playing on various stages at the next level.My socials:www.instagram.com/xrightywww.twitter.com/xrightyThumbnail credit: Sean GayleAbiola Davids - XL Thunder Girls' Head CoachPat Carson - Maine Attraction Head CoachLauren Rousseau - Director of Player DevelopmentMaine Attraction RosterSloane Ginevan - '23Anna Turgeon - '23Elise MacNair - '23Sophia Ippolito - '23Sierra Carson - '23Jessica Dow - '23Audrey Mackie - '23Brennan Doran - '24Addisen Sulikowski - '24Lizzy Gruber - '23XL Thunder Girls' National RosterKatie Bartash - '23Ella Pelletier - '25Marin Graham - '23Molly Corbett - '23Maya Gayle - '24Hayden Madore - '24Kenzie Lombardi - '24Grace Libby - '24Addisen Sulikowski - '24Maren Maxon - '25 Maine Attraction. Hes the mecca of Maine basketball, Denise said of the elder Brown. Follow the directions above. 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. Maine Hoops believes basketball can teach many of life's lessons on the court, if character and fair play are always part of the process. That inaugural Firecracker team accomplished many firsts throughout their AAU playing days which was highlighted (at that point) by the States only AAU D2 National Championship. I think just because Maine is small and we dont have a lot of huge talent come out year in and year out, they dont really realize how important basketball is to Maine, Mackenzie said. My parents are two extremely hard working people. Our younger players will be held to the same standards. Stay to the left of Building around to the back is parking and gym entrance. The home of Under Armour's grassroots basketball. From South take Exit 133 (Waterville /Oakland). Use the form below to reset your password. Both Fontaine and Steele said that the team is very close, and the players came together quickly. Single Game Tickets (The Pit - Memorial Gymnasium) Single Game Tickets (Cross Insurance Center) TICKET OFFICE INFORMATION. After going through toll, take first exit - Industrial Park. I had to work to get to the point Im at today.. Create one. 1 at 4th light, you will see a Dairy Queen on left, bear right onto Broadway St. Continue on this street at 5th light. 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. The opportunities seemed to really open up after winning that Championship which allowed the program to build its brand recognition with tournament directors and college coaches. Wed let them shoot together, but wed say were not going to let you play together. The Waynflete Gym is loacted at 360 Spring St. behind Thomas House. It becomes playing a little bit pissed off and giving yourself the best, physically and mentally. See Offers. Its been over two years since Mackenzie and Cam last tried it and according to Cam, hes more than content to keep his undefeated record intact, even if he does admit his sister could beat him now. From North take same exit but turn left off ramp. Sign up and we'll deliver the top stories to begin the day to your inbox at 6 a.m. From South: Take Exit 130. The team is slated to play at a weekend tournament at Emmanuel College in Boston in September, then will hold practices throughout the fall and winter to gear up for the Under Armour circuits that start in March. Coach Holmes has been using this practice for close to 20 years and has refined the process to science. Contact us. All athletes are encouraged to dream big while developing their skills in order to reach their full potential. . 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. Alternate route: See directions below for From the North. Our player development is second to none. 302 intersection. (1.65 miles from exit) Turn left onto Rt. 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. The Complex is located at the back of the circle.Parking near Complex. // Hyatt Regency Hotel Waikiki Owner Rich Dad, Live Vegas Odds College Football, Articles M