More Than Basketball
Renaissance exists because we believe sports can transform lives.
Since 2010, we've been committed to a simple mission: develop complete athletes who excel in competition and character. We've watched shy 8-year-olds become team captains. We've celebrated academic scholarships alongside athletic achievements. We've seen our players become coaches, mentors, and leaders.
Our program is built on three core values:
Excellence Through Effort
We don't just recruit talent - we develop it. Every player, regardless of starting skill level, receives the coaching and support needed to reach their potential.
Character First
Respect, accountability, and teamwork aren't just words on our gym wall. They're non-negotiables that shape how we practice, compete, and represent our community.
Family Atmosphere
Parents aren't just spectators - they're partners. Players aren't just teammates - they're brothers and sisters. This is Renaissance.
Alumni Achievement
Jaden Zimmerman Emerges as a Breakout Star
- By Ben Doran 12/07/2025, 5:15pm EST
Dylan Harper Off to a Strong Start in the NBA
- By Ben Doran 12/07/2025, 5:15pm EST
Na’Jai Hines Quickly Climbing the Ranks Among the Nation’s Best Bigs
- By Ben Doran 11/24/2025, 6:15pm EST
Recent Video
'24 Naasir Cunningham commits to Alabama!
Congratulations to Class of 2024 Guard Naasir Cunningham on his commitment to the University of Alabama!
Naasir joined the Renaissance back in early 2021, playing 1 year of 16U EYBL (as a freshman) and 2 years of 17U EYBL. He is one of few Renaissance players to have played in 3 straight Peach Jams, including this past year's Final Four.
Naas, we look forward to watching you in the SEC and wish you the best of luck on your journey in College!
'24 Naasir Cunningham commits to Alabama!
The Earl Monroe School Wins Big in China!
The Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School Varsity Team wins the Gold at the 2023 Yaoxin Sports International Tournament in China!
Congratulations to The Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School Varsity Team on winning the Gold at the 2023 Yaoxin Sports International Tournament in China!
It was a historic trip for Earl Monroe, Athletic Director Oz Cross & Head Coach Ken Miller as almost exactly 40 years ago, namesake Earl Monroe travelled to China with other NBA stars to spread the game of basketball. Our tremendous student-athletes are truly taking our motto international: A Ball and A Book Can Change The World!
'24 Tyler Betsey Commits to Cincinnati!
Congratulations to Class of 2024 Guard Tyler Betsey on his commitment to the University of Cincinnati!
Tyler has been with our program since Early 2021 and has made a significant leap in his game every year. He has played in 3 Peach Jams, including 2 Final Fours and a 16U Championship Game.
Tyler is the definition of humble, hard-working and talented and we're overjoyed for him and his family on this new chapter of what will be a long, successful basketball journey. Tyler, thank you for your trust in us and we can't wait to watch you continue to flourish for the Bearcats!
'24 Tyler Betsey commits to Cincinnati!
2023 17U EYBL has made the Nike Peach Jam Final Four!
Our 2023 17U EYBL Team has made the Peach Jam Final Four! After a 12 PM win in the quarterfinals against a tough Meanstreets team out of Chicago, we have a 6 PM collision course scheduled with a strong Vegas Elite team that has impressed all week long here in Augusta.
The Nike EYBL Peach Jam is widely considered the most prestigious event in all of grassroots basketball. It is only the 2nd 17U EYBL Final Four game in our program's history, the first being in 2021 led by current Duke star Kyle Filipowski and San Antonio Spurs forward Dominick Barlow. We wish our 17s the best of luck at 6 PM on NBATV!
17U EYBL makes the 2023 Nike EYBL Peach Jam Final Four!
'24 Dylan Harper Selected to Team USA U19 Men's National Team
Congratulations to '24 Dylan Harper on being selected to the 2023 USA Men's U19 National Team! Following a big spring where he led our 17U EYBL team to a Peach Jam qualification, Dylan has been selected to represent our country at the 2023 FIBA Men's U19 World Cup!
The tournament will begin on 6/25 and conclude on 7/2 in Debrecen, Hungary. Best of luck, Dylan!
'24 Dylan Harper selected to U19 Team USA
'20 Adama Sanogo wins NCAA National Championship; Named MOP
'20 Adama Sanogo Wins NCAA Championship & Named Final Four Most Outstanding Player
Congratulations to '20 Adama Sanogo on leading UCONN to a National Championship!
Adama, a 6'10 Center from Mali, spent 3 years with our program upon his arrival from his home country. He made a decision to go to UCONN, and it paid off dividends as he has reached the top of the mountain after beating San Diego State 76-59 in the National Championship game. Adama also took home the highest individual honor in the tournament, being named the Final Four's Most Outstanding Player after averaging 19.7 Points Per Game and 9.8 Rebounds Per Game in 6 tournament games.
Adama, we're proud of you and can't wait to see what the future holds!
'20 Martini & Princeton's Surprise March Madness Run ends in the Sweet 16
After two tremendous upsets wins against Arizona and Missouri, Princeton University's Cinderella March Madness run has finally ended, as they've lost against Creighton in the Sweet 16.
We applaud '20 Zach Martini, junior Forward at Princeton, for his efforts this March. Way to go, Zach!
'20 Zach Martini & Princeton have turned heads in this year's NCAA Tournament
'22 Kyle Filipowski has Standout Freshman Season at Duke
'22 Kyle Filipowski was one of the Nation's Best Freshmen in the '22-'23 Season
'22 Kyle Filipowski, PF at Duke, was undoubtedly the nation's best freshman this past season. Not only did he lead to Duke to winning the ACC Tournament, but he also took home the following individual honors:
- ACC Rookie of the Year
- ACC Tournament MVP
- All-ACC 2nd Team
- Kyle Macy Award (National Freshman of the Year)
- 9x ACC Rookie of the Week
- AP All American Honorable Mention