• Tennis – NJTL/USTA
• Basketball
Built On Sports. Built For Life.
Family Biz Builder's Sports & Fitness NJTL Program uses the power of tennis and basketball to develop discipline, teamwork, leadership, and confidence — in youth who are ready to do the work.
NJTL • USTA Foundation Partner
Tennis
Structured tennis instruction paired with character development, academic enrichment, and competitive opportunity.
Fundamentals through advanced coaching
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USTA local and regional tournaments
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Red Ball Tennis for All — family inclusive
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Arthur Ashe curriculum and mentorship
Now Active
Basketball
Skill-focused basketball training built around teamwork, fitness, and the same life-skills framework as the tennis program.
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Foundational and advanced skills training
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Team play, sportsmanship, and fitness
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Mentorship from experienced coaches
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Saturdays, 8-18, FBB Sports Park
What Participants Gain
Sports are the method. These outcomes are the point.
Athletic Skill
Coaching in tennis and basketball from certified, experienced coaches who push kids to grow.
Life Skills Development
Goal-setting, leadership, communication, and responsibility — built into every session.
Academic Support
Tutoring access and educational resources that reinforce success in the classroom.
Health & Fitness
Lessons on physical wellness, nutrition, and habits that serve kids for life.
Competition Experience
Local and regional tournament opportunities, including USTA events for tennis participants.
Community
A consistent, positive environment where youth are coached, mentored, and genuinely seen.
How It Works
Register
Sign up your child online. Choose tennis, basketball, or both based on availability.
Train and Learn
Attend sport sessions, life skills workshops, and academic support programming.
Compete and Grow
Build real skills, compete in events, develop as a leader — and keep going.
What Makes This Program Different
Sports + Life Skills, Together
Every session builds athletic ability and character at the same time. One does not exist without the other.
Coaches Who Mentor
Certified coaches in tennis and basketball who invest in the whole child — not just the sport or the stat line.
Free or Low-Cost Access
Most programming is free or low-cost thanks to grants and partnerships. Cost should never be a barrier.
See What's Been Happening Lately!
Join Our Coaching Team
Do you coach tennis or basketball and have a heart for mentoring youth? We want to hear from you.
Paid and Volunteer Roles
Opportunities available for both paid coaches and community volunteers in tennis and basketball.
USTA Training and Certification
Professional development and certification support through the USTA Foundation for tennis coaches.
Real Community Impact
Make a measurable difference in the lives of youth in Mississippi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tennis through the NJTL partnership with the USTA Foundation, and basketball. Both sports are paired with life skills development, academic support, and mentorship.
No. Youth can participate in tennis, basketball, or both — depending on availability and their interest.
Most programs are free or low-cost thanks to grants and community support. Contact us for current availability and scheduling.
Mentorship and life skills workshops are built directly into the program — not added on. Respect, responsibility, and perseverance are coached on the court and in the classroom.
Registration is available online. Click the register button on this page to get started. Spots are limited.
