Paradise Hoops helped me unlock a new passion for basketball. Not only did my coach help me on the court, but off the court as well. She has been a huge support physically, mentally, and academically. My coach has really helped me find the love for basketball. I'm so grateful to have Paradise Hoops and my coach in my life. Without her dedication to see me succeed I don't think I would be the same person I was before.​

Paradise Hoops has opened many doors for me. This organization helped me come to the US, grow and with finding out what is best for me. Paradise Hoops has allowed me to impact the lives of others and has trusted me as an ambassador to represent this organization . Paradise Hoops has been a blessing in my life.

Paradise Hoops has had a major impact in my life. Not only did it help me with basketball, but also with school. When nobody was there and I felt like doors were closing on me, Paradise Hoops stepped in and gave me a chance.

2022 was one of the craziest years for me. I was constantly stressed out and didn’t know what I was going to do about school. A couple days prior to my life changing, I kept having mental break downs back to back. I was extremely stressed out and did not know what to do with myself. One day, I was at the park with my little brother and cousin. A random lady came up to me and asked me if they were my kids. I said no and she asked me if I played basketball. I continued to answer her questions, but I was confused. I didn't know who she was or why she was questioning me. Out of nowhere, she said to come play for her. I didn't understand. She told me "come play for me and I’ll buy everything you need. I’ll do whatever you need me to do for you. All i need is for you to come play with me." I told her I couldn’t because of my situation at home. She said it didn't matter and we could work something out as long as I truly wanted to play for her . I told her I wanted to play. She called my mom to the park and convinced her to have a meeting at school. Ever since that day Cedricka has kept her word on everything. I can definitely say she DOES NOT SELL DREAMS! Now I am apart of an organization that helps kids chase their dreams. 

Being a member of the Paradise Hoops, other than different cultural experiences, I have been awarded the opportunity to create friendships that have turned into family. This program has also helped me gain more independence as well as self confidence in being away from a place I have called home for the past 17 years. I look forward to further excelling academically and physically for as long as I am afforded this opportunity.

Paradise Hoops is not just a team; it’s like family. This organization has helped me academically and mentally. When I had people doubt me, Paradise Hoops stepped in and made me realize I had the potential to succeed in what I love to do. There were a few stages I went through physically, but Paradise Hoops was always there to push me to become better and stay truthful to this game of basketball.

Paradise Hoops unexpectedly stepped into my life when I started to think I would never be able to get out of Nassau to pursue my dreams of playing basketball. This program is giving me an opportunity to play basketball and truly understand its fundamentals. This opportunity is also presently allowing me to learn about other cultures and our similarities and differences. The coaches are pushing me to be a better student-athlete.

Paradise Hoops has helped me in many ways. This organization has given me a big opportunity to further my passion for basketball. The coaches have supported me in boosting my confidence, improving my weaknesses, and bringing me to the US to help me make a name for myself. Paradise Hoops is not just an organization to me, but it’s a family.

Paradise Hoops assisted my life and helped me to become a better all-around role model. This organization also helped me to become better academically, physically, and mentally stable. They also helped me to realize basketball is not just about skill or how good you are, but it’s about how hard you work and how dedicated you are towards the sport. A lot of people and coaches doubted me and didn’t believe in me, but Paradise Hoops was one of the organizations that saw my potential. This organization inspires me to be the best version of myself, and it also teaches me discipline and self-worth.

My experience with Paradise Hoops was great. In the short time I have been with them, I have excelled in my position. They gave me a huge opportunity to play with them and a chance to further my education. With Paradise Hoops, I have learned way more than I did in my old predicament. I first learned about Paradise Hoops through an old teammate. I was oblivious to this life-changing opportunity. One day, I was just playing basketball, having fun, and just enjoying life and the sport. Then, one night, my old teammate texted me with some news. Later, I found out that she showed some clips of me playing to the organization leader. I was a little scared to start living a different lifestyle, but I was also excited for new beginnings. So I talked it through with my mom, then the rest was history. I am really looking forward to my future with Paradise Hoops and how I am going to grow in the sport.