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THE ACADEMY PHOENIX

A High School & Post Grad Basketball Program built on integrity, perseverance, and servant leadership — on and off the court. Based at Swysh Den Basketball in Scottsdale, AZ.

2024
Program Founded
30+
Games Per Season
10
Month Season
16–22
Eligible Age Range
Welcome to the Tiger's Den

A community built on growth, on and off the court

Welcome to The Academy Phoenix Basketball Program. Our goal is to drive a community of passionate individuals committed to growth both on and off the court. This program is designed to challenge you, not only as an athlete but as a person — shaping you into a leader who embodies integrity, perseverance, and skill.

We Are
  • A Skilled Competitive Training Program
  • A Mentorship Program
  • A Team
  • A Family
Our Goal

To be the bridge from high school basketball to high level American Collegiate Basketball Programs.

Our Mission

Be a program built on values of prioritizing character development and growth alongside premier basketball training.

What We Offer

Basketball, Academics & a Path Forward

Academics

Academics

TAP partners with Justice University, so athletes can get ahead on their college degree while continuing their high school or post-grad education.

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Programs

Programs

Pay to Play, Education and Basketball, and Bed and Basketball — flexible options built around where each athlete is in their journey.

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Training

Training

TAP partners with International Assist Initiative (IAI) to give international and national student-athletes a seamless, successful experience.

Meet the Team →
Games

Games

Our season runs October through March, featuring 30+ games against Post-Grad Academies and Prep Schools across the Phoenix area.

Season Schedule →
Our Packages

Find the Right Fit for Your Athlete

Included benefits and our Full Service options are on the Programs page.

TAP athlete dribbling the ball in practice
Eligible For Ages 16–22

Pay to Play

Our core competitive training program.

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Open to Domestic and International

Bed and Basketball

For athletes relocating to train with TAP full-time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got Questions? We've Got Answers

Do you have scholarships?

We have sponsors who love supporting individual athletes that they believe are upcoming talent. Athletes are encouraged to find sponsorship within their circles of influence, as not all can be given a scholarship through our program, but can find funding through a personal sponsor.

How long is this program?

This is an at-will program, allowing your athlete to leave when they wish, but for best outcome, a full 10-month season or full calendar year are recommended to ensure your athlete gets the opportunity they signed up for.

Who is the team staff who will be mentoring my child?

Take a moment and get to know each of our staff. Handpicked for skill, adaptability, and caring personalities — each of our staff finds pride in helping grow tomorrow's future.

Where does TAP train and play?

Our home base is Swysh Den Basketball, 8212 E Evans Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 — Scottsdale's premier indoor training facility, offering weight room training, jump training, Vertimax, and recovery tools.

Join The Academy Phoenix

Apply Today to Be a TAP Tiger

Give us your information below and we'll follow up with more information about our High School and Post Grad Basketball Program.

  • Pay to Play, Education, or Bed and Basketball options
  • NBA-level personalized skills training
  • Academic advisors and NCAA eligibility compliance
  • 30+ game season, October through March

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We'll respond by phone or email within 1-2 business days.

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