YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUES
YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUES
Join Our Thriving Youth Basketball Leagues
Experience an exceptional sports journey with our youth basketball leagues in Olathe, Lenexa, and Overland Park. Catering to athletes from grades 3-12, our leagues provide a unique platform for young players to enhance their basketball skills while building confidence and friendships.
Our program is dedicated to creating a nurturing and challenging environment where players can grow both individually and as part of a team. With experienced coaches focusing on personal development, participants will improve their skills from basic techniques to advanced strategies.
We offer a comprehensive approach, ensuring each age group finds the perfect fit. Our balanced mix of competition and fun makes it an ideal setting for young athletes to learn, play, and thrive. Parents can be assured that their children are not only improving athletically but also developing character and teamwork.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity for your child to excel on and off the court. Sign up today and watch your athlete flourish in our sports league, evolving from grade school beginners to outstanding team players. Join us and see your child transform into a remarkable team player, ready to take on new challenges and achieve their dreams.
Register now to secure your spot and become part of a community dedicated to excellence and growth. From grade school beginners to seasoned players, everyone will find a place to excel and enjoy the game with us.
We have competitive leagues for boys and girls at all skill levels. Grow your skills and confidence by being a part of a youth league.
DREAM LEAGUE PRO-AM HIGH SCHOOL DIVISION NEXT LEAGUE: SUMMER 2O24
DREAM LEAGUE has become one of the nation’s largest summer sports pro-am basketball leagues for high school players, as well as college and professional talent.
Come and watch some of the greatest talent in Kansas City compete! The High School Divisions are filled with top talent from all over the Metro.
Register as either a free agent or as part of a team via one of the links. All team members must register individually.
3V3 LEAGUE
SEPTEMBER 13-OCTOBER 26
The 3v3 League offers structured schedules that balance skill development and game experience. The league ensures players have the best environment to improve their basketball skills. Join us this fall and be part of a community that's dedicated to excellence and growth. Make the commitment today and secure your spot in the league that promises to elevate your game!
For best results, we recommend pairing participation in the 3v3 with our Skills Academy program or private and group lessons.
Why LTD?
For over 23 years, LTD has positively influenced thousands of athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators through the platform of basketball. Our organization has conducted basketball camps and competed against professional teams in seven different countries, providing our players with international exposure and development opportunities. Many of our athletes have progressed to play at higher levels, demonstrating the effectiveness of our training programs.
In the United States and abroad, LTD has established competitive youth teams and high-profile leagues, fostering talent and promoting excellence in basketball. Our commitment extends beyond the game; we use basketball as a means to develop goodwill and lead individuals to discover God's purpose for their lives.
At LTD, we believe every individual is born with a unique dream planted by God. Through basketball, we aim to help people realize their potential and understand their purpose. Our mission is to ensure that our players not only excel in the sport but also grow in their faith and character. We believe that a true encounter with Jesus brings clarity and purpose, helping individuals to understand and fulfill their God-given dreams.
What our athletes and familes are saying…
“Love their message and the temperament of the coaching staff! True leaders of young men!” - BOB
“We love LTD! Our kids have been very happy! Great ministry, mission, and basketball.🏀” - STACEY
“LTD is a phenomenal organization! They are player development focused. They meet your child where they are at in their basketball journey and focus on making them the best version of themself both on and off the court!” - NATHAN
“We've had a great experience at LTD. Great coaches, great management, great approach to youth basketball for all levels.” - SHONDA
About Our Founder and CEO, Brad Mann
Brad Mann is the visionary founder of Livin' The Dream, Inc. With a rich history in basketball, Brad has played at all levels of competition. In high school, he was a four-year Varsity letter winner and a McDonald's All-American nominee, setting school records in points, rebounds, and blocks. He remains the Kansas all-time leader in career rebounds. Collegiately, Brad played NCAA Division I basketball at the University of Missouri-Kansas City for three years before transferring to Missouri Southern State University. There, he helped lead his team to the NCAA Division II Final Four and the best record in NCAA Division II.
After college, Brad toured internationally with Athletes In Action, competing against top-level professionals. He later signed contracts to play professional basketball for the Fargo Beez and the Salina Rattlers of the International Basketball Association (IBA).
Brad is a USA Certified Youth Basketball Coach and an ordained minister. He served on the pastoral staff at Westside Family Church for over 10 years, overseeing a satellite location of over 1,000 people and managing the WFC Prison Ministry. Brad holds a degree in Communications and oversees the day-to-day operations of Livin' The Dream. His comprehensive background in both basketball and ministry uniquely positions him to lead LTD in its mission to use the game of basketball to inspire and transform lives.
