Reach Basketball, LLC
Rodger Farrington
Founder and CEO
Rodger Farrington has played professional basketball for over 11 years, has over 25 years of competitive experience and 2 years of coaching in basketball camps and private lessons. He graduated from Arizona State University and was a starter on the team from 1995 - 1997. He played professional basketball internationally in Japan, Belgium, Italy, Israel and Sweden to name a few, for 11 years and was a starting player throughout his career.
His philosophy is to focus on sharing his experiences and the knowledge he has gained all over the world. His goal is not anly to teach young athletes how to be a better player but to also teach them the importance of life skills that are used both on and off the court, such as leadership, communication, mentorship, responsibility, teamwork and work ethic. Rodger is committed to the success of every individual who becomes a part of the Reach Basketball program.
REACH Basketball Objectives
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Teach the athlete the fundamentals of the game
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Build the athlete's self-esteem
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Educate the athlete on the importance of each of the principles of the game
We provide a safe and productive environment that enables all athletes to learn and apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication, and sportsmanship. We facilitate the development of strength and character in every athlete that participates. The Reach Basketball program is open to all athletes from age 5 to adulthood.
All members of our staff display an extraordinary amount of commitment and hard work, ensuring that our program is a positive influence in the lives of our children and athletes. We also strive to provide a service to our community by providing a healthy outlet for children and teenagers, opportunities for the community to gather together, and endless hours of entertainment.
What Are People Saying
(1) "Rodger Farrington was an excellent student-athlete and very fundamentally sound basketball player while at Arizona State and that means he will also be a solid teacher of the game. He was disciplined and had a high basketball IQ in his college days, and nothing has changed. He was a solid player and an even better person." -- Bill Frieder (former Head Coach of Arizona State University Mens Basketball )
(2) "I thought you did a really nice job this season... When you care about the kids and the program, it really comes through, and I thank you for that, because I could tell that you cared. I will definitely recommend your league to others and wish you the best of luck in the future as hopefully you are able to expand your “Reach”!!!" - League Parent
(3) Click Here to read the AZ Central "What's up with Rodger Farrington" article.
(4) 1st Annual ASU vs UofA Alumni Classic held in September 2009. Hosted by Neutral Zones of America and co-sponsored by your very own Reach Basketball. Click here to read article on the game in the ASU State Press.