ZA Basketball Academy

ZA Basketball Academy

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From the fundamentals to full-court strategy — I help kids 7–13 grow in skill, mindset, and love for the game. Located in Glendale, CA

I’m Zareh Avedian, better known as Coach Z — a lifelong basketball player, former professional athlete, and dedicated youth coach based in Glendale, California. Basketball has been a part of my life since I was 9 years old. I earned All-American honors in high school and played college basketball at Cal Lutheran University, where I was a 3-time First Team All-Conference player and Conference Playe

09/02/2026

Score. Shoot. Repeat.

The difference is in the details.

Better footwork.
Cleaner handles.
More consistent shooting.
Smarter decisions.
Greater confidence.

Over two high-energy days, our athletes focused on the fundamentals that help turn practice reps into game-time results.

At ZA Basketball Academy, we believe development isn’t about doing more.

It’s about doing the right things, repeatedly.

Score. Shoot. Repeat.

Call/Text: 818-859-3593
[email protected]
www.zabasketball.com

Photos from ZA Basketball Academy's post 08/31/2026

Today’s drills. Tomorrow’s leader.

Every rep builds more than basketball skills. It builds confidence, discipline, resilience, and leadership.

At ZA Basketball Academy, we’re helping young athletes prepare for high school, college, and life beyond the court.

The future starts with the work you put in today.

Build skills. Build character. Build your legacy
Call or Text:818-859-3593
Email:[email protected]

08/28/2026

Fun Fact Friday!

During his historic 1986–87 NBA season, Michael Jordan scored an incredible 3,041 total points while averaging 37.1 points per game.

He remains the last player in NBA history to score more than 3,000 points in a single regular season.

A reminder that greatness isn’t built in one game—it’s built through consistency, discipline, and showing up every day ready to improve.

One rep. One game. One season at a time.

08/26/2026

Hoopers in action.

Great players aren’t built overnight—they’re built one rep, one drill, and one shot at a time.

Over two high-energy days, our athletes showed up ready to work, learn, compete, and improve. From tightening their handles and refining their shooting form to developing quicker footwork, stronger game IQ, and the confidence to make plays when it matters—every session was about getting better.

Because development happens in the details.

A stronger handle.
A cleaner shot.
Quicker feet.
Smarter decisions.
More confidence.

That’s what happens when young athletes consistently put in the work.

At ZA Basketball Academy, we’re helping players build the skills, mindset, and confidence to take their game to the next level.

Keep working. Keep learning. Keep improving.

📞 Call/Text: 818-859-3593
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.zabasketball.com

Photos from ZA Basketball Academy's post 08/24/2026

The Silent Killer of Youth Basketball Progress?

It’s not always a lack of talent.

Sometimes, it’s a lack of real feedback.

Random play without corrections can lead to slow improvement and repeated mistakes. Young players grow faster when they understand what they’re doing wrong—and how to fix it.

At ZA Basketball Academy, Coach Z provides instant, clear feedback throughout every session, with small group sizes that help players get the attention they need.

The result?
Faster skill development
Better decision-making
More confidence on the court

Stop guessing. Start improving.

Call or Text: 818-859-3593
Email: [email protected]

08/21/2026

Fun Fact Friday! 

Kobe Bryant scored an incredible 81 points on just 46 shots in one of the greatest individual performances in NBA history. 

That’s nearly 2 points for every shot he took.

But greatness isn’t just about taking more shots. It’s about skill, preparation, confidence, and making the most of every opportunity.

Kobe spent countless hours working on his game so that when the moment came, he was ready.

Practice with purpose.
Build confidence through repetition.
Make every opportunity count.

The work you put in today can prepare you for your 81-point moment tomorrow.

08/19/2026

A great shot starts with a great foundation. 🏀

At ZA Basketball Academy, we help young players build consistent shooting mechanics—from proper foot placement to a balanced release and repeatable form.

Small groups or focused 1-on-1 training. Real attention. Real development. More confidence when it matters most.

📞 Call/Text: 818-859-3593
🌐 zabasketball.com

Photos from ZA Basketball Academy's post 08/17/2026

Basketball IQ isn’t just knowing the play.
It’s knowing what to do, when to do it, and WHY it works.
At ZA, we help young players move beyond memorizing plays and start reading the game, recognizing advantages, and making smarter decisions under pressure.
Because better basketball starts with better understanding.

Ready to help your child play smarter?

Give them the skills, confidence, and basketball IQ to make better decisions on the court.

📞 Call or Text: 818-859-3593
📧 Email: [email protected]

Train smart. Play smart. Grow with ZA Basketball Academy.

08/14/2026

Fun Fact Friday!

Wilt Chamberlain once scored an incredible 100 points in a single NBA game — a record that still stands today.

And here’s the unbelievable part: there was no 3-point line! Every point came from 2-point field goals and free throws.

Wilt’s historic performance is a reminder that basketball greatness comes from skill, consistency, confidence, and the ability to perform when it matters most.

Great players don’t just chase records. They build the skills and mindset that make extraordinary performances possible.

Call or Text: 818-859-3593
Email: [email protected]

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