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About Us

Our Story

Elite Hoopz was founded in 2026 by high school student and basketball player Aarav Gupta with a simple goal: make quality basketball training more accessible to young athletes in the community.

Basketball has always been an important part of Aarav’s life, but confidence on the court didn’t always come easily. Inspired by his own experiences, he founded Elite Hoopz to help younger athletes build their skills, develop confidence, and discover a love for the game.

What began as a small community initiative has grown into a program offering accessible group sessions and private training, helping the next generation of basketball players develop both on and off the court.

Our Mission

“To make quality youth basketball training accessible and affordable while helping young athletes develop their skills, strengthen their confidence, and discover their potential.”

Our Philosophy

What We Stand For

Accessibility

We believe financial circumstances should not prevent young athletes from receiving quality basketball instruction.

Confidence

We strive to create a supportive training environment where athletes feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and improving.

Development

Our training prioritizes long-term improvement, emphasizing strong fundamentals and individual progress over immediate results.

Aarav Gupta, founder of Elite Hoopz

Meet the Founder

Aarav Gupta

Founder & Basketball Trainer

Aarav Gupta is a high school senior at Bridgewater-Raritan High School and the founder of Elite Hoopz. Having played basketball for over 10 years, Aarav understands the importance of confidence and skill development both on and off the court. Through Elite Hoopz, he hopes to share his passion for the game with younger athletes by providing accessible, high-quality training opportunities that emphasize fundamentals, personal growth, and confidence.