Universal Academy is proud to introduce our NEW and improved basketball program at both campuses (Coppell and Irving, Texas)

Universal Academy is proud to introduce our NEW and improved basketball program at both campuses (Coppell and Irving, Texas), As you probably have heard, 13 year National Basketball Association veteran, Mo Williams has adopted Universal Academy. Mo continues to be a strong advocate for and avid supporter of Scholar Athletes and has designed a basketball program that matches the relevance and integrity of Universal Academy’s outstanding academic excellence. Our goal is to establish national and statewide teams that will bring a new level of prominence to our students as well as the Universal Academy brand through their play on the court, as well as, their off the court demonstration of integrity and leadership. We will create a team of productive young men and women who will represent their respective communities.

This year we will operate 1 Independent boy's basketball team at our Coppell campus that will travel nationally and compete throughout the country in over 20+ contests. The requirements for a position on the independent team:
• Must tryout
• Must exhibit “elite level status”
• Must demonstrate a high intensity attitude and commitment to the game that is equaled in the classroom.

We will also continue the:
• UIL boy's High school team (Irving Campus),
• UIL boy's Jr High Team (at each campus if numbers permit),
• UIL girl's high school team (Irving Campus only),
• UIL girl's Jr High (each campus provided student numbers are available)

The UIL boy's and girl's high school teams will compete in over 20+ contests throughout the state in the 1A classification. Our goal is to develop these students into state champs and to grow their potential athletically to help create another avenue for furthering education beyond high school. Also at the UIL level, we will develop our Jr High teams from the basic fundamental level to ensure a strong foundation in the game, as well as leadership, sportsmanship, and basketball IQ.

Our staff consists of only UA employees, many of which are former professional and collegiate basketball players, which have played at the highest level of the sport. These coaches show a level of enthusiasm and commitment parallel to none and all represent the highest standards and values of the UA community.

As a program, our goal is to include all of the students within the UA community. We are also providing growth from the grassroots perspective by building basketball clinics, after school programs, summer programs, and morning skills sessions which will develop students basic motor skills as they pertain to the game, and spark their interest in the possibilities of basketball.

We realize that this is a new adventure for many of our students and parents, so we have decided to defer our Fall After-School Basketball program for a short period of time so that we can offer a “FREE” simple of our program to both students and parents. If you would like more information please feel free to contact me. Trey Johnson trey.johnson@universalacademy.com

Our staff has met and exceeded the State of Texas requirements for their coaching positions. Below is a list of our coaches and the Athletic Director.

List Of Coaches
Tyrell Woody - Boys Independent Coach (Coppell)
Fred Gaines - Boys UIL (Irving Coach)
Robert Breland - Girls UIL (Irving High School Coach)
Yaileen Quinones - Girls UIL (Coppell Middle School Coach)
Tenekra Zellars - UIL (Middle School Coach)
Gerald Peoples - Universal Academy Athletic Director

“Together We Fly”

Since its inception in 1998, LTTS Charter Schools Inc. dba Universal Academy has changed in many ways, but remains steadfastly committed to challenging today’s youth to aspire to their highest potential, and to inspire a life-long love of learning.

Today a vibrant learning community of over 2,300 students from 9 cultures, backgrounds and nationalities in grades prekindergarten through 12 is challenged by a rigorous core curriculum and innovative programs in 2 schools located in Irving and Coppell Texas. Students participate in learning opportunities in the classroom, on the stage, on the playing field and with colleges and universities, as well as non-profit and community groups, private schools and government agencies.
Universal Academy has a proven quality educational system. Our educators and support staff enthusiastically share the open-enrollment charter school’s mission to empower all students to take their place in the world as knowledgeable, competent responsible citizens.

Well-known for its award winning programs, Universal Academy is a complete school of choice and is the only public school or charter school in the State of Texas currently including the Universal Knowledge in its academic arsenal. Universal Academy utilizes a problem-based learning approach and individualized instructional method successfully and is one of the few such models in the State. Universal Academy offers students and families a wide range of educational options including Visual and Performing Arts, English as a Second Language, Gifted Programs, and Special Education Programs.

Universal Academy’s athletic program provides an environment where students develop sports skills, physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship and respect for others that will prepare for success in their adult life. As team members, students are encouraged to face challenges, strive for excellence and become leaders.

Coppell Campus: 972-393-5834
Address: 1001 E. Sandy Lake Road Coppell, Texas 75019

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