WHO WE ARE
Our vision is to shape the character & physical skills of athletes to achieve their basketball dreams while preparing them for a life of excellence & purpose after basketball.
Pure Hoops offers athletes of every age and skill level a place to learn the game of basketball, improve their fundamentals, and prepare them for the next level in an ecouraging and motivating environment. Pure Hoops is equiped with energetic and knowledgeable coaches who have a desire to see athletes reach their athletic ceiling.
Andrew Beckman
Coach Andrew Beckman grew up in Shelby, Michigan, and played collegiate basketball at Grove City College. As a three-year captian and four-year player, Andrew was a 1,000 point scorer and set the single season and career blocked shots record.Andrew also ranks in the Top 10 all-time at Grove City in assists, free throws made, and rebounds. In addition to his background as a player, Andrew has spent time as a summer basketball camp instructor & AAU coach.
Andrew is a current assistant coach at the Division III level.
Jason Beckman
Prior to Pure Hoops, Jason played four years of college basketball at the Division III level (Hope College + Alma College). He amassed over 1700 points and 330 assists, with collegiate averages of 42.4% 3pt and 90.5% FT shooting. He was a two-year captain and two-year All-MIAA and All-Great Lakes Region selection. After college, he played 2.5 years professionally with various clubs in France (FFBB).He's also served as an assistant coach under legendary high school coach Rick Zoulek (Shelby, MI), and coached several middle school/high school travel teams.