I wanted to let you know how much my son and I appreciate your program. Marc participated in a one-week camp at St. Ann's in Tenleytown earlier this month. This was our 3rd HoopEd session in a little over a year. Once again, I found the coaches to be extremely encouraging, engaging and respectful with both kids and parents. The positive learning/play environment created by Coach Sam and Coach Reysa (sp?) did wonders for Marc's self-esteem, not to mention his appreciation of basketball and sportsmanship in general. One day, having observed the St. Ann's group on the Janney playground, my neighbor called me to comment on how great the coaches interacted with the kids and how much everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. I've recommended the program again and again to friends, but wanted to tell you personally what a fantastic job I think you're doing. Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of kids (and parents). Keep up the good work!

- Victoria Lester-Saura

I just wanted to thank you for the great week that Charlie had last week. He absolutely loved the camp and counselors and is looking forward to it next year. Thank you for providing such fun activities through your programs.

- Karoline Shannon

I will also take this opportunity to tell you how much we appreciate Coach Larry's work with Sam. Sam is very competitive and along with that takes losing very seriously. Coach Larry seems to really get this about Sam and has been helping Sam re-direct his frustration; not let it get him so down. Sam told me yesterday that it was the first day that he did not cry, what has been his typical response to losing. We are very impressed with how Coach Larry has connected with Sam and wanted to make sure you knew how much we parents think of him!

Thanks,

- Jessica

Thanks for the great job you and Larry did with the kids this year. Jean and Nathan have discovered the world of basketball in the nicest way possible and with the friendliest, most dedicated coaches. They loved it!

All the best

- Pascale Brillet-Dubois

"I wanted to write you to let you know how impressed I was with the HoopEd camp held at The Blessed Sacrament last week. This was the first time I was able to watch the kids and the coaches in action - and it was awesome.

It was great to see the interactions of the staff with the kids. The staff made every effort to use opportunities for teaching moments and it was very apparent that the kids were learning new skills. The kids respected the coaches and the coaches respected the kids. It really was a sight to see."

- Lynn Kuechenberg

"I just wanted compliment you on your team. Every team member I spoke with at the day camp was friendly, enthusiastic, encouraging -- just a pleasure to work with and I felt confident that I could safely entrust care of my son for a day to them. Very professional."

- Tela Gallagher

"My son did HoopEd this year for the first time. I just wanted you to know that he loved it. We started out planning on one week and ended up doing three. He adored Coach Reza (as did I. Coach Reza has a great positive spirit and a wonderful way of communicating important life lessons to the kids). Yesterday my son made his first money shot! What a thrill for him.

- Donna Fabiani

"I played basketball all through school, so I have been THRILLED for him to have the opportunity to participate in after school & camps - something DCPS does not have much to offer. I look forward to other programs you offer and this mom really thanks you."

- Melissa

"I wanted to let you know that our party was a roaring success! Reza was absolutely terrific, and the kids had a ball (pardon the pun) - especially Danielle. Thank you so much for making her birthday party so great."

- Jill

"I just want to say thank you for a wonderful birthday party last Saturday. The kids all had a good time and Coach Sam was terrific. It was fun to watch the kids and see all the smiles and hear the laughter and chatter that went on in the gym. There was a range of ages and personalities at the party and Coach Sam did a great job keeping that in mind when he organized the groups for the games and drills."

- Nan Kiyonaga