The A Place To Grow™ Blog
The A Place To Grow™ Blog is where basketball, confidence, and youth development come together. Created by Coach Deon Basketball, this blog helps parents better understand how children grow through structure, encouragement, effort, and positive coaching. From confidence-building and leadership development to basketball fundamentals and long-term athlete development, every article is designed to help families support their child's growth on and off the court.
How To Choose a Youth Basketball Program
Choosing the right youth basketball program can shape your child's confidence, skill development, and love for the game. Learn the five qualities every parent should look for before registering.
Why Children Lose Confidence After Mistakes
Mistakes can damage confidence when children view them as failure. Learn how mistakes can become powerful opportunities for growth and confidence development.
Why Confidence Is Built Before It Is Seen
Confidence isn't built through success alone. Discover how repetition, belonging, and small wins help children develop lasting confidence.