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Welcome to 6th grade NLPB Jr P32

Preparing for Elite Competition

The NLPB Junior P32 sixth grade team is focused on preparing athletes for elite level competition by raising expectations in both skill execution and game understanding. At this stage players are challenged to perform their fundamentals consistently at game speed while improving decision making defensive intensity and overall basketball IQ. Emphasis is placed on spacing communication transition play and learning how to compete with discipline and confidence against strong opponents.


Our goal is to help athletes understand what it takes to succeed at higher levels of travel basketball and beyond. Players are encouraged to embrace accountability effort and coachability while developing the mental toughness and team awareness required to impact winning. Sixth grade serves as a key step in the NLPB pathway where players begin separating themselves through preparation mindset and competitive consistency as they move closer to advanced regional and elite competition opportunities.

Player Pathway Through NLPB

The NLPB Junior P32 program is the starting point of a long term development pathway. Players begin by learning fundamentals, building confidence, and developing strong habits in a structured and competitive environment. This level introduces young athletes to high level coaching, organized competition, and the expectations of being part of a serious basketball program.


As players grow, they progress through NLPB teams and competitive levels, moving into older age groups and advanced circuits within the program. This pathway creates continuity, consistency, and long term development, allowing athletes to grow within one system as they move from youth basketball into elite competition over time.

New Balance Shoe Team

NLPB is proud to be the first and only shoe sponsored program in Western North Carolina partnered with New Balance. This partnership represents more than apparel and footwear. It reflects the growth, credibility, and vision of our program.

Being a New Balance program means our athletes are part of a nationally recognized brand that supports development, structure, and long term success. This partnership strengthens our program, provides valuable resources for our teams and families, and helps elevate the overall experience for every player in NLPB as they grow through the program.

Head Coach Lewis Knight

Head Coach Lewis Knight has coached multiple seasons with Next Level Prospects Basketball and has played a key role in the program’s growth and success. Known for his ability to recruit and develop top talent, Coach Knight has consistently helped build competitive teams while creating a positive environment for players to improve and succeed. His focus goes beyond wins and losses, emphasizing development, accountability, and helping athletes reach their full potential on and off the court.


A former athlete himself, Coach Knight brings first hand experience and passion to his coaching approach. He has also been actively involved in Crossfire Ministries and mission trips, reflecting his commitment to leadership, service, and mentoring young people beyond basketball. Coach Knight is dedicated to building confident disciplined athletes and helping each player grow both as a competitor and as a person.


Our Roster

NLPB JrP32 6th Grade

Kayson Simpkins

 

Madden Mooney


Ezra Hough


Christopher Knight


Peirce Herman


Noah Erwin


Zach Jennings


Hugh Garrison


Tyrik Crite

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