Carolina Storm Basketball

The Storm loss of one of our own — a founding member of the Storm family.
Kimathi Lightner was more than a coach or supporter — he was a father, brother, leader, and mentor who poured his heart into this community and this team.

His pride in the Storm wasn’t just about basketball — it was about building character, discipline, and unity in every young athlete who came through these doors.

We honor his legacy, his leadership, and the countless lives he touched.
💚💙Once Storm, Always Storm.

It has arrived! The trophy for our 16u Division 1 World Championship! Congratulations to our whole organization, parents and supporters! This is truly a family. Every practice, every game, and every moment spent together has led us to this incredible achievement. The dedication and hard work of our players have paid off in ways we could only dream of. Let’s celebrate this victory and the bonds we’ve forged along the way. Here’s to many more championships and unforgettable memories in the future!

The would like to thank for stopping and discussing with the boys what it takes to get to the next level and how to overcome adversity. His insights on dedication and hard work resonated deeply with the team. The players appreciated his stories about his own journey and the challenges he faced along the way. They were Inspired by his words.

Congratulations to Hemphill 2027 on their Grassroots TOC 16u tournament win!

Congratulations to Bramlett on their Select Tour Invitational 15u Silver Bracket Championship Runner up!

Congratulations to Watkins on their Select Tour Invitational 15u Gold Bracket Championship!

Congratulations to Hemphill on their Select Tour Invitational 16u Gold Bracket Championship!

Great start to the 2025 season! 2027 Hemphill won the 16u Gold Bracket. 2028 Team Bramlett won the 15u Orange Division Silver Bracket, 2028 Team Watkins went 2-1 in the 15u Gold division and 2027 team Geffrard went 1-2. Congratulations to all the kids and parents for a good weekend of basketball. We’re excited about what the future holds.

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Today our organization and the basketball community in Rock Hill lost a friend, coach, and father. His dedication to his family, the sport, and the countless lives he touched will be remembered for years to come. As we honor his legacy, please remember to keep his family and children in your prayers. Dre, you will always remembered. -The Storm Family 🙏🏾🙏🏻

2029 takes home the Middle School Tip Off championship trophy! 🏀🏆