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Choo Smith Youth Empowerment

A non-profit organization which focuses on the personal development of youth.

Choo Youth

Our Philosophy

At Choo Smith Youth Empowerment, Inc. (CSYE), our work is grounded in the 4 L’s: Love it, Learn it, Live it, Lead it. These principles guide how we develop young people—on and off the court. We believe in the power of sports as a vehicle for education, discipline, and personal growth. Through our programs and participation in sports competition, we instill the values that shape future leaders: a commitment to excellence, the discipline to reach high standards, the ability to work as part of a team, and a deep respect for fairness and others. Our philosophy extends beyond competition.

We prepare youth to maximize their potential, carry themselves with purpose, and lead in every environment they enter. Success is not only measured in wins, but in the character, leadership, and life readiness of every young person we serve.

Our Mission

Our mission also requires that CSYE athletes be students first, CSYE will pay careful attention to their academic record and motivation, that they benefit from CSYE’s educational programs and make satisfactory progress toward graduation.

CSYE is also committed to the physical and emotional well-being of student-athletes and to the social development of the whole person. We recognize that great demands are placed on students who participate in athletics, and we are committed to providing support to help them manage these demands and get the most out of their Team Choo experience. Athletes are also expected to adhere to a level of conduct that brings credit to themselves and the organization and uphold the values of citizenship and service.

The program evaluates and corrects each player’s bad habits as well as enhancing and improving each player’s skills, mental toughness, work ethic, character, and Basketball IQ.

Our mission is to empower and strengthen the lives of the youth and families we serve.