Thank You to the Entire Basketball Family

A message of gratitude from the Naismith International Basketball Foundation

From the President – Hector R. Perdomo Sr.

Basketball saved my life. It gave me values, structure, hope — and a family that never gave up on me.

Today, as the President of the Naismith International Basketball Foundation, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to everyone who makes this game what it is. Whether you coach, cheer, sweep the gym floor, or drive a child to practice after a long day of work — YOU are the heartbeat of basketball.

This page honors you — the people who keep Dr. James Naismith’s values alive: Honor, Dignity, Respect, Sportsmanship, Love.

Thank you for all you do. We see you. We appreciate you.
— Hector R. Perdomo Sr., President, NIBF

Coaches

Head Coaches
Assistant Coaches
Volunteer Coaches
Skills Trainers
Shooting Coaches
Player Development Coaches
Strength & Conditioning Coaches
Mentors & Character Coaches
Film & Analytics Coaches

Teams & Players

Varsity, JV & Middle School Teams
AAU & Travel Teams
Recreational & Community League Teams
Special Needs Teams
Wheelchair Basketball Programs
Parks & Recreation Players
Youth Clinic Participants
Student-Athlete Leaders

Parents & Families

Basketball Moms
Basketball Dads
Grandparents & Guardians
Foster Families
Carpool Drivers
Snack-Table Parents
Game-Day Volunteers
Fundraising Families
The Families Who Never Miss a Game

Schools & Facilities

School Principals
Athletic Directors
Gym Custodians
Facility Managers
School Staff
Security Teams
Scorekeepers
Ticket Booth Volunteers
Concession Stand Teams
Bus Drivers
Court Maintenance Teams

Officials & League Staff

Referees
Scoreboard Operators
Stat Keepers
League Directors
Tournament Organizers
AAU & Travel Program Coordinators
Game Schedulers
Registration & Admin Teams

Community & Support System

Youth Program Directors
Nonprofit Partners
Community Centers
YMCAs
Boys & Girls Clubs
Parks & Recreation Departments
Local City Leaders
Chambers of Commerce
Sponsors & Donors
Media, Photographers & Videographers
Content Creators & Storytellers

The Culture & Lifestyle

Fans
Student Sections
Alumni
Streetball Players
Local Playground Legends
Pick-Up Basketball Communities
Outdoor Court Volunteers
Tournament MCs & DJs
Announcers
Mascots

Special Thanks

Every kid who works hard
Every parent who sacrifices
Every coach who believes
Every volunteer who shows up
Every community that opens its doors
Every person who keeps the spirit of basketball alive

Basketball isn’t just a game — it’s a family. Thank you for being part of it.

Thank you for making a donation to the Naismith International Basketball Foundation.

Gracias a Toda la Familia del Baloncesto

Un mensaje de gratitud de la Naismith International Basketball Foundation

Del Presidente – Hector R. Perdomo Sr.

El baloncesto salvó mi vida. Me dio valores, estructura, esperanza — y una familia que nunca se rindió conmigo.

Hoy, como Presidente de la Naismith International Basketball Foundation, quiero expresar mi más profundo agradecimiento a todos los que hacen que este deporte sea lo que es. Ya sea que entrenes, motives, limpies la cancha o lleves a un niño a la práctica después de un largo día de trabajo — TÚ eres el corazón del baloncesto.

Esta página honra a las personas que mantienen vivos los valores originales del Dr. James Naismith: Honor, Dignidad, Respeto, Deportividad y Amor.

Gracias por todo lo que haces. Te vemos. Te valoramos.
— Hector R. Perdomo Sr., Presidente, NIBF