Experience on all levels of the game:
Approximately 10 years’ experience in the NBA with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Washington Wizards and coaching the NBA minor league (NBAG League) in its first year of existence, winning the championship during that time (2001). Over 20 years as a Division 1 college assistant coach 4 years as Head Coach Eastern Michigan University; 3 successful years as Albion HS head coach with a record of 65-11; International coaching experience around the world with Nigeria National team, Virgin Islands National team, Senegal and Haiti. Long time coach who has impacted many current and past NBA players. Currently serves as head basketball coach for Jackson HS. His knowledge and expertise has led him around the world and back to his grassroots area where he plans to impact more youth.
History:
The program was established and founded by Milton Barnes in 2016 with the Battle Creek Family YMCA serving as its’ home location. Since then Play Right Basketball Academy has grown in numerous ways. With the addition of Golf, Tennis, Tee Ball and other sports activities we have changed the name to Play Right Sports Academy. As a 501 (c)3 charity created to positively impact area youth our partnerships include Battle Creek Public Schools, Marshall Public Schools, New Level Sports of Battle Creek, Jackson Public Schools with plans of including other communities and collaboration with other programs throughout southwest Michigan.
Important Dates:
Play Right – Albion
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Sports Activities
4:00-7:00pm
Opportunity High School
225 Watson St.
Albion MI 49224
Academic and Personal Development
Wednesday
4:00-7:00pm
Opportunity High School
225 Watson St.
Albion MI 49224
Play Right – Battle Creek
TBD
Play Right – Jackson
TBD
For all questions please call (269) 425-1202