We had an overall positive experience with this club last season. It was a brand-new club, and many…read moreof the girls were relatively new to volleyball, so the team definitely had a learning curve in the beginning. They struggled through their first few tournaments, but it was really rewarding to see how much they improved, gained confidence, and started to gel as a team as the season went on. Because this is a newer club, I think you can really make it what you want it to be. There is a lot of opportunity to grow and be part of building something from the ground up. The fees were also significantly lower than those of many other clubs in the area, which was a big plus in the world of expensive club sports. If you're looking for a more affordable club experience and want to be part of a growing program, I would definitely consider giving them a try. We were impressed by how much the girls playing developed over the season!

My 11/12-year-old daughter played the full season with this club last year and returned for this…read morefall's preseason. In our experience, coaching was inconsistent, and the club is still very new and not yet set up to support players' growth and development in a healthy, positive way beyond the physical skills. Practices lacked structure. There was no written discipline policy when we were there. The director said he plans to create one, and he did respond to our concerns and credit a prorated refund promptly, which we appreciated. If you're considering the club, ask about the discipline process, how parents are notified, and how players are supervised if dismissed from practice before you sign.

My son has played a few of season recreational basketball under coach Humair. He is very passionate…read moreabout teaching basketball, and constantly providing feedback on how kids is doing and what need improvement. Under his encouragement, my son joined NorCal ballers team to play tournaments. He promotes building a good team by having good bonds between players, and communicating seamlessly on setup up tournaments. My kid enjoyed playing basketball not only during game but also each practice.

Coach Humair genuinely cares about the kids and their development and is a great coach.read more

Erik Johnson's encyclopedic knowledge of baseball, passion for the game, and skilled coaching is…read morewhat attracted our family to the program. Five years later, I would say his emphasis on discipline, hard work, personal accountability, responsibility, and sportsmanship have increased my son's love of the game and his desire to improve as a player. With a carefully selected number of teams, EJ Sports insures players receive high-quality, age-appropriate coaching. The coaches give the players the skills and knowledge to push themselves to the best of their abilities. The coaching staff has frequently challenged my son to improve. The expectation is always strive for excellence. However, EJ Sports truly understands the physical and mental abilities of youth players at all ages, so the expectations are challenging without being unreasonable. The coaches have always expected the hard work and dedication from the players, and have been equally loyal and dedicated to the players development. Coaches have honest conversations with the players about future expectations and their baseball future at the end of the season. My son's baseball experience has included lessons on baseball fitness, baseball etiquette, game situation scenarios, position-specific skill development, mental preparation, and college recruitment. The college recruitment seminars have been exceptionally valuable to understanding baseball at the collegiate level and the recruitment process.

From the owner: Baseball Development, baseball training, athletic mindset, recruiting, mental toughness training,…read moreprivate athletic instruction, mindset coaching for groups or 1:1, High Performance Coaching, Athletic leadership program,

Stay away. The head coach Keena is a poor leader and a highly disorganized manager of the team…read more Practices are held all over the place at various locations, with the schedule often announced a day or two before. He'll say all the right things to get you to sign up and then you realize it's all just hot air and broken promises. New kids are constantly brought on to the team well after the deadline, presumably for less money than you paid. That is not verified but I don't see why kids would pay the high season fee if joining 2 months into the season. He recruits the best players he can possibly convince to play for him -- which is fine if it wasn't such a revolving door. Adding kids every week means there's no stability or chemistry. During the games, it's just street ball without any sets. Every kid for himself. One reason to join AAU is to get games that are a cut above runs at the park. Not here. If you're at all tempted, I'd watch a game before you join to see how he coaches. It's all about him. Classic narcissist -- gets in the kids faces berating them with spittle spraying out. Then he'll sparingly throw in a compliment to keep his hooks in. And the feedback isn't even useful. It's all about him. "Don't sit on the bench like that. You look lazy." If you're looking for all the downsides of Bobby Knight, without any of the upside, this might be your team. Otherwise, you can do much better with any other AAU team in the area, even if it means a commute. Keep in mind you'll often be driving to practice in Hayward - playing in tournaments all over - so don't let proximity to the listed address be a factor in joining.

This is one of the absolute best programs in the Bay Area! Coach Keena has dedicated so much time…read moreto the boys and as a parent I can see my son develop as a player. We are fortunate to have our son be a part of this team. Thank you Payton's Place!

This review is specifically for the summer program and the younger age groups. I can't speak to the…read moreolder age divisions, as my kids participated in the younger group and this was their first basketball program. Unfortunately, this was not a good experience for my young kids. There were too many participants relative to the number of coaches, and the level of engagement and instruction varied significantly. At times, drills and scrimmages appeared to run with limited coaching oversight. For a program with paid coaches (rather than volunteer parents), I would have expected coaches to consistently observe players during drills and games, offer encouragement, and help correct mistakes early -- especially for beginners who are just learning the fundamentals. For example, some kids clearly did not understand whether they were on offense or defense, or were unsure where to stand or what to do during games. In many cases, simple direction or guidance from a coach early in the program could have helped, but some players appeared to remain confused throughout the program. During inbounds situations, it was common to see multiple players unsure of where to go or what their role was, which again seemed like something that could have been improved with more active coaching, especially given that multiple games were played weekly. Attention from coaches often seemed focused on a small handful of players -- typically the more ball-dominant or behaviorally disruptive players -- while quieter or less assertive kids received little feedback or instruction and sometimes appeared lost on the court. Drill repetitions were also uneven. For example, in layup or shooting lines, some kids received multiple turns and feedback while others waited for long periods and received only one attempt before the group moved on. Instruction and practice time also did not always seem efficient, as a significant amount of time was spent managing behavior and organizing lines rather than actively coaching the drill itself. A higher coach-to-player ratio may have helped in this area. During games and scrimmages, play often consisted of a few physically dominant players receiving most of the playing time and handling the ball on the majority of possessions, going coast-to-coast and taking repeated shots. While this is common at younger ages, there did not appear to be much emphasis on teaching team concepts such as passing, spacing, or involving all players. As a result, many players had limited opportunities to handle the ball or receive feedback on whether they were moving correctly or contributing positively during game situations. Playing time also appeared inconsistent, with newer or quieter players sitting longer while more ball-dominant players remained in the game. For a non-competitive developmental program, equal playing time would seem important since families are participating primarily for learning and development. It was also frustrating to see that a disproportionate amount of coaching attention and game time appeared to go toward managing one or two disruptive players, which reduced opportunities for others to receive instruction and game experience despite all families paying for the same developmental program. In later programs my kids participated in at a similar age level, coaches actively encouraged ball movement and participation from everyone, which made a noticeable difference in both development and enjoyment. Seeing that difference is what ultimately motivated me to write this review half a year later. Overall, I cannot recommend this program, especially given that it is advertised as focusing on mastering fundamentals for young athletes. Based on our experience, the way the program was run did not reflect that goal, and we have since seen that other programs at a similar age level can provide a much stronger developmental environment. If improvements were made, I would suggest increasing the coach-to-player ratio, ensuring coaches are fully engaged during drills and games, and implementing systems -- such as equal playing time at younger ages -- that help distribute reps more evenly so that all players have an opportunity to learn and develop.

Great coaches! Perfect for beginner players. If your child is above level, he/she can play up an…read moreage group for appropriate competition. Encouraging end of season awards!

Are you young, new to the city, and like meeting new people?…read more Then WAKA Kickball is for you! I've been playing for 5 years now. There are several days you can play, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday. Each Day of the week has a different vibe and level of competition. I mainly play on Sundays which is a little less competitive than other days. And it gives me enough time to recover. After the games we head to our sponsor bar to hang out, drink, and play flip cup. There are usually 2-3 parties that happen every season as well. I've made some of my best friends playing kickball. You should too!

This is an off-the-field review…read more.. Those of you representing Kezar pub and 1751 Social Club last night, your behaviour was appropriate for a sports bar - not a restaurant. You were rude to the staff and disrespectful to the other patrons. Also, chanting is for the field and the stands, not the dinner table. To those of you who were just as embarrassed by your group as I was, next time get them under control instead of sitting there. I'm glad I left before the margaritas kicked in.

This place is more than pickleball courts. It's a vibe, it's community, and it's a variety of…read moreplayers and skill levels from beginner to advanced. The signup board and "monitors" will help you find a good group if needed. Please respect the neighbors who are not thrilled with parking on the housing side. The bathrooms are by the tennis courts but there is a water fountain at the pickleball courts. Just bring a smile, a bottle, and your paddle. If you need a coach let me know. I have group and private lessons at private Walnut Creek courts weekly. I'll get you ready to play and win at Rudgear Park!

The courts and folks are great. Pickleball play here is fun…read moreand competitive . In the mornings it is nonstop, unless you want to stop . Shade and sun, trees abound, paddles abound and galore, what's not to adore. Check out morning play. It's spirited and satisfying. Sometime a muffin or donut or more will roll your way. Way to go!!

my best friend loves this club, and always has fun with her teammate. she has made so much memories…read moreand she also gained so much confidence from being on her team. The coaches are very delight but also is strict when messing around or not trying in a drill.

This was our first year trying DUFC for our 8 year old on a U8 rec team, and it will more than…read morelikely be our last. Admittedly we signed up late, but we still met the "late registration" deadline after the season got delayed. Out of 5 practices, we have been to 2 through no fault of our own. 1) We were assigned a team after practices started, even though we signed up before teams were formed and on the last day of registration. Practice 1 missed. 2) Practice was canceled by Gary 20 minutes before it began when families were already on their way. 3) Gary moved the weekly practice but left our family off the email notification. We showed up at the normal time and were told it was the day before. He told me I should have gotten it. I confirmed with other parents that I was not on the recipients list. Gary failed to take accountability. Now we finally have a new coach and a 2x a week practice schedule. But we've had so many missed, no uniforms, no organization, no coach at our first game (Gary said he'd be right back and never came back). I cannot believe we paid for this, anyone in U8 on Gary's team should be receiving a partial refund. We'll be choosing San Ramon next year if this experience doesn't turn our kid off from soccer entirely.

Dublin United Basketball Stars is more than just a basketball program, it's a place where young…read moreathletes grow both on and off the court. The coaches do an incredible job of developing the kids' basketball skills while also teaching discipline, hard work, accountability, teamwork, and life lessons that extend far beyond the game. The coaching staff is knowledgeable, dedicated, and truly cares about every player's development. They challenge the kids to be their best while creating a positive and encouraging environment where they can build confidence and enjoy the game. What really sets this club apart is the community. The support from the other parents is amazing, and everyone genuinely cheers for each other's kids. It feels like one big family, making it easy to build friendships and feel welcomed from day one. Most importantly, the kids have a great time learning and competing, and the parents enjoy being part of the journey as well. If you're looking for a program that develops not only great basketball players but also great young people, I highly recommend Dublin United!

After trying two other basketball clubs for my son, we finally found the perfect fit here. The…read morecoaches at this club give genuine attention to every kid. They're incredibly enthusiastic, encouraging, and really know how to push the kids to improve. The training is structured, positive, and focused on real development. Compared to our previous clubs, this place stands out in the best way possible. Highly recommend it to any parent looking for a club where their child will be supported, challenged, and truly enjoy the game!