San Diego's Most Innovative Club Basketball Program

Testimonials

Why "ADAPT?"

Basketball is unpredictable. The game moves fast, defenses adjust, and challenges arise in an instant. At ADAPT, we train athletes to think, react, and thrive in any situation—on the court and in life.

Most programs teach players to memorize plays. We teach them to read the game, make decisions under pressure, and take ownership of their growth. Through game-based training, decision-making drills, and mental performance coaching, our athletes learn to play with confidence, adjust on the fly, and embrace adversity.

But our mission goes beyond basketball. ADAPT is about preparing athletes for life.

The ability to adjust, problem-solve, and lead extends far beyond the hardwood. Our players leave not just as better hoopers, but as stronger, more adaptable human beings.

ADAPT isn’t for everyone—it’s for those who want development over shortcuts, character over clout, and long-term success over quick fixes. If that’s you, we’d love to have you.

What Makes Us Unique:

One Stop Shop

ADAPT is A full HQ for basketball and human development, with training, psychological development, gym access, film breakdown, and much more included.

More Than Hoop

Before anything else, our mission is to build better humans, and breed a close family environment for all of our team members to enjoy and have as a support system.

Style Of Play

Going against the traditional AAU Style we help our players develop a Next Level understanding of the game to prepare them for the next level.

What's Included:

- 2-3 team practices per week, focused around tactical skill and building high-IQ players.
- 2-3 skills training sessions per week at Play by Play, designed to develop the athlete's individual skillset.
- 2-3 performance training sessions per week, boosting athleticism & reducing risk of injury
- 1-2 tournaments per month, where athletes can showcase skills and gain experience.
- Psychological training to strengthen mental skills for basketball and life in general.
- Film sessions, helping athletes become students of the game.
- Athlete check-ins, where we ensure each team member is holding their weight in school and is able to openly talk about any struggles in their personal or basketball life.
- Customized Player Development Plans catered towards each individuals needs.
- Scrimmages to accumulate game experience in a more comfortable environment.
- Additional training resources and programs that each athlete can work on at home.
- Content including photos and game film.
- Open gym access hours where members can use our home gym, Play by Play.
- Mentorship from older college and professional athletes and beyond.
- Additional training throughout the year, including beach sessions, yoga classes, hikes, and more!
- Seminars about all facets of life including: mental health, mindset, handling adversity, basketball IQ, college recruiting, and much more!

IT'S MORE THAN JUST HOOPS

… We’re Prioritizing the
human
over the athlete.

The European Influence

Basketball is evolving. If you look at the highest levels of the game—whether it’s the NBA, EuroLeague, or FIBA—you’ll notice a shift. European basketball is changing the way the game is played, and we’ve brought those principles home to ADAPT.

Our founders spent months in Europe, training alongside some of the best coaches in the world. What they discovered was a system built for true development—not for rankings, trophies, or highlight reels.

While American youth basketball often prioritizes exposure and quick wins, European clubs focus on long-term growth, intelligent decision-making, and mastering the game as a team.

At ADAPT, we’ve embraced this philosophy. We don’t build teams—we build players. Our athletes train more than they compete, stay together long enough to develop chemistry, and learn to play a high-IQ, team-first brand of basketball that translates at every level.

This is bigger than just games on the weekend. This is about preparing players for the next step—whether that’s high school, college, or beyond.

If you want to be part of something different—something that actually builds players from the ground up—ADAPT is the place for you.

Our Coaches

Alex Silva

Skills Trainer/Coach

Coach Silva brings a wealth of experience to ADAPT Academy, having coached at the college, high school, and AAU levels across New England. He spent three years at TJL Training as a

digital content manager and camp director refining his expertise in player development.

Now in San Diego,

Coach Silva is fully immersed in ADAPT’s mission mentoring athletes daily with a structured, high-level approach. His passion for the game and ability to connect with players make him an invaluable part of our program, helping shape the next generation of adaptable, high-IQ athletes.

Gabe Macias

Co-Founder/Coach

Co Founder of ADAPT Academy, 2029 & 2026 Coach, and Skills Coach.

Gabe is the owner of
Game Time Elite Training
which was established in 2018. He’s worked with players from the youth level all the way to the pro level. He has traveled across the world running camps & clinics in the US and Europe.

Stephon Rhone

Coach/Skills Trainer

From 2013-2018 he was the JV and Varsity assistant for San Pasqual High School woman’s program. 2018-2020 he was the head coach for Ramona women’s program. He was also the head of player development for CalBuckets AAU program were he also co-owned and was assistant director. Has trained and ran clinics in the US & Mexico.