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BUILDING ATHLETES

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BUILDING CHARACTER

BUILDING COMMUNITY

Mission

FO3 Academy is dedicated to developing young athletes in Ottawa through the game of basketball. We provide high-quality coaching, mentorship, and life skills development in an inclusive and supportive environment. Our mission is to use basketball as a tool to foster resilience, teamwork, and leadership, empowering youth of all backgrounds to grow both on and off the court while strengthening our local community.

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Vision

Our vision is to have a thriving basketball community where "PASSION MEETS PURPOSE," fostering growth, inclusivity, and excellence both on and off court.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

We as an organization want to empower individuals through basketball to build character, foster community and inspire lifelong excellence.

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RESILIENCE

We grow through adversity.

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EXCELLENCE

We excel through mastery.

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COMMUNITY

We rise together.

Life Lessons / Mentorship

At FO3, the court is also a classroom. Our athletes learn leadership, responsibility, and life skills through mentorship and community involvement.

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Our vision is to create a basketball family where every young person—especially those facing barriers—feels seen, valued, and supported. We believe the game is more than competition; it’s a powerful teacher. Through access to high‑quality coaching, mentorship, and meaningful opportunities, we strive to open doors for underprivileged youth and guide those with big dreams toward the next level of their basketball journey.

But above all, we aim to help them grow as people. On our courts, players learn resilience, teamwork, discipline, and confidence—skills that follow them far beyond the game into school, careers, and life. We are building a community where basketball becomes a pathway to possibility, hope, and a brighter future.

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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF SKILLS AND DEVELOPMENT

I believe my role as a Director of Skills Development for Family On Three, is about helping athletes grow as complete individuals—not just better basketball players. On the court, I focus on building intentional, personalized development plans that sharpen fundamentals, enhance basketball IQ, and translate directly to game performance. By organizing training sessions, aligning coaches, and maintaining a clear developmental structure, I make sure every athlete understands their path and purpose.

Off the court, I’m just as invested. I work to instill discipline, accountability, confidence, and strong habits that carry into academics, relationships, and life beyond basketball. I help athletes set realistic goals, manage their time, and prepare for opportunities at the next level. Through structure, mentorship, and consistent support, my goal is to create an environment where athletes feel empowered to succeed—on the court and in everything they pursue after the final buzzer.

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