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Development over repetition
Every drill, every possession, and every training session should have a purpose. We prioritize skills that translate directly to live competition.
About BLUEprint Hoops TRUE BLUE: Chicago Youth Basketball
This is
TRUE BLUE.
Built in Chicago. Backed by a bigger blueprint.
Chicago youth basketball program
Built in Chicago.
Backed by a bigger blueprint.
BLUEprint Hoops TRUE BLUE brings together two basketball organizations with a shared vision: developing skilled, confident, and competitive athletes while creating meaningful opportunities for the next generation of players.
Through a strategic partnership between True Hoops and BLUEprint Hoops, TRUE BLUE serves as the Chicago-based program, combining True Hoops' established presence in the city with BLUEprint Hoops' competitive infrastructure, player development philosophy, and national basketball connections.
Together, we're building a stronger pathway for Chicago athletes—from foundational skills training and competitive development to high-level regional and national AAU competition.
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assets/img/logo-blueprint-hoops.pngOur partnership
Two programs.
One shared vision.
Founded by former collegiate and professional basketball player Trey Blue, BLUEprint Hoops (opens theblueprinthoops.com in a new tab) has built a competitive basketball organization rooted in fundamental skill development, experienced coaching, and preparing athletes for the next level.
TRUE BLUE brings that same commitment to Chicago, offering year-round training, competitive teams, and access to opportunities within the broader BLUEprint Hoops organization, including the Adidas Jr. 3SSB circuit.
Our partnership is about more than basketball. It's about combining resources, experience, and relationships to create an environment where athletes can grow, compete, and reach their potential.
One shared standard. More opportunities. A bigger future for Chicago basketball.
Our mission
A new standard for
Chicago basketball.
To develop confident, skilled, and competitive basketball players through intentional training, experienced coaching, and meaningful opportunities to compete at increasingly higher levels.
assets/img/teams-group.jpgOur philosophy
How we build players.
We believe great basketball programs do more than assemble talented teams. They build confident players, teach the game the right way, and create a culture where accountability, effort, and development come first.
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Basketball IQ matters
Great players don't just execute. They read, react, communicate, and make decisions. We teach athletes how to understand the game, not simply memorize movements.
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Competition builds confidence
We believe athletes improve when they're challenged. Our training environment encourages players to compete, embrace mistakes, and grow through adversity.
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Culture is everything
Effort, accountability, coachability, and respect are nonnegotiable. We expect athletes to show up ready to work and contribute to something bigger than themselves.
assets/img/about-team.jpgOne blueprint. One standard.
Our goal is to build a sustainable pathway for players who want to develop, compete, and pursue their basketball potential.
Built in Chicago.
Connected to something bigger.
Ready to get in the gym?
Play
TRUE.
Train with purpose. Compete with confidence. Find the right next step for your athlete.