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Elite Sports Academy brings classroom learning, basketball training, and personal development into the same school day. Coaches Sean Greene and P.J. Howard join Jared Taylor to explain how they connect academic expectations with the discipline, time management, and leadership young athletes need. They discuss developing players from junior high onward, building a supportive team culture, and creating opportunities for boys and girls in Arizona basketball. For parents considering a sports-focused school, the conversation explores preparing students for college and life while keeping their enjoyment of the game intact.<\/p>\n

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  1. If you want to learn more about the American Classroom podcast, please visit AmericanClassroom.Show<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. To learn more about or take a tour of the great schools mentioned in this episode, visit Heritage Academy https:\/\/heritageacademyaz.com\/<\/a> or Paul Revere Academy https:\/\/paulrevere.tech\/<\/a><\/li>\n
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