Our Mission
In a city of numerous options for children to develop athletically, Basketball Stars of NY stands out as the premier teaching program offered in New York. We do this by building character with positive reinforcement through teaching fundamental basketball skills in an environment with an overwhelming coach to athlete ratio. Emphasis is placed on skill improvement, teamwork, sportsmanship, communication and accountability for all participants. Quality coaching and programming is the foundation of Basketball Stars of NY and we are proud to continue on with this tradition of excellence.
Our Coaches
Jay Posser – Coach – Queens College/Hofstra University
Coach Jay Posser is the Director and Founder of Metro United (NYC) and is also a Co-Director of Basketball Stars of New York and the Downtown Wolves. Coach Jay has been coaching youth sports for over 20 years, as well as working for NCAAA College basketball programs from 2004 – 2020. The relationships that Coach […]
Devon Young – SG – Felician Univ.
Coach Devon Young was raised in Monmouth, New Jersey, and starred at South Brunswick High School before going on to play at Division II Felician University. He was named Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference rookie of the year and was named second-team All-District by ESPN the Magazine in 2009-10. He graduated from Felician with a degree […]
Abby O’Connor- Gonzaga / Loyola Chicago
Professional Basketball Player / Mentor We are extremely excited for Abby O’Connor to bring her passion for women’s basketball and extensive experience to our team. A standout at Gonzaga University and Loyola Chicago, Abby also played professionally overseas, gaining a wealth of knowledge about the game and what it takes to succeed at the highest […]