PROGRAM HISTORY

1st Quarter Basketball School was founded in the Fall of 2023 by Coach Joe Cook.  After a decade long career in professional basketball, he aimed to combine his love of basketball with his passion for working with kids.  He strived to start a program that created a safe and supportive environment for kids to learn basketball and life skills.  The program is inclusive to all skill levels and encourages all players to try their best.  In 1st Quarter Basketball School we always "Have Fun" and "Work Hard"!

COACH COOK

Coach Cook had a decorated 10+ year career working in professional basketball. He worked his way up from unpaid ticket sales intern with the Sacramento Kings, to coaching on the bench during NBA summer league, and eventually becoming a head coach in Japan at the age of 32. After returning to the U.S. in 2019, he decided to become a 1st grade teacher in his hometown of Sacramento. He is now combining his passions of both basketball and working with youth with 1st Quarter Basketball School.