About us
Ball Academy was created to give Student-Athletes from around the world the opportunity to recieve an American Education with the University experience while training like an Elite Collegiate and Pro-level Athlete.
We believe every athlete deserves a chance to pursue their dreams. That’s why we guarantee that, after attending our program, each athlete will have an opportunity to receive a tryout from either an American Division 1 University, a Pro-European Club or an NBA or GLeague Team depending on their level of progress.
Our Mission
Our mission is to position young athletes with superior talent and outstanding motivation for the game of basketball on the path of pursuing a career as a professional athlete.
We offer them unprecedented conditions to be student athletes in some of Switzerland’s most prestigious academic institutions while training them individually according to their own specific needs. We ensure that they play on national league teams and provide visibility internationally.
Meet our Team
Antoine Gillespie
Founder & Athletic Director
Former international basketball professional and certified basketball coach
Phil Handy
Developmental Coach
Founder at 94 Feet of Game and
LA Lakers Assistant Coach
Terrence Bullock
Developmental Coach
Former international basketball professional and certified basketball coach
Schwarz&Co
Communication
Communication and coaching agency specialized in communication strategy, branding, web and graphic design
Catalina Woldarski, PhD
Psychologist
Clinical psychologist specialized in emotion focused therapy and Webster University Professor
Peter Olumese
Photographer
Custom and specialized photography
Fabien Normand
Video production
Sports, catering and luxury video