ABOUT US

ABOUT US

“Our mission is to teach, develop, and provide youth and young adult players with the opportunity to enhance their basketball IQ and skills through next-level training. We are committed to instilling life lessons and values such as character, teamwork, discipline, respect, and sportsmanship—preparing athletes both athletically and academically for the next level of play or stage of life. Additionally, we promote healthy lifestyle choices through fitness, calisthenics, and nutrition to support overall well-being and peak performance.

Phoenix Elite Claims First Championship of the Season in Thrilling Fashion!!!!

It was a great bounce-back weekend for the Phoenix Elite girls AAU team, who captured their first championship of the season at the Ladies With Game All-Girls Tournament in Gainesville, GA. The team showed heart and resilience, edging out their opponent in a dramatic sudden-death double overtime thriller with a final score of 23-22

Phoenix Elite finished the tournament with an impressive 4-1 record, fueled by collective effort, grit, and determination from every player on the roster. It was a true team victory that highlighted their growth, chemistry, and championship mindset.

Congratulations to the Phoenix Elite girls for bringing the trophy home!

MEET THE COACHES

  • Tamika Guz

    HEAD COACH / CO-OWNER

    Coach Tamika is a former four-year letterman at Miami Norland High School in Miami, Florida, where she won a state championship in her senior year and earned a spot on the All-Dade Team. She continued her career at Long Island University, where she was named MVP in her senior season and ranked among the top 10 in rebounding and blocked shots. After college, she played professionally overseas in multiple countries.

    Coach Tamika also played alongside Coach Al on his semi-pro travel team, contributing to multiple championships and earning numerous accolades. In 2023, the two coaches came together to establish Phoenix Elite Sports, with the shared goal of giving back to today’s youth by passing on the knowledge and experience they gained throughout their basketball careers.

  • Al Bryant

    ASSISTANT COACH/ CO-OWNER

    With over 25 years of experience in fitness and basketball training, Coach Al Bryant is a former two-sport letterman in track and field and basketball at Westside High School in Augusta, Georgia. He went on to play as a scoring point guard at Augusta Technical College and later competed in the Pro-Am Basketball League in Metro Atlanta. Coach Al also founded Atlanta Desire Basketball and Fitness LLC, leading his adult semi-pro travel program  the Atlanta Lady Desire to multiple championships. Phoenix Elite Sports was born from that success, continuing his legacy of developing athletes on and off the court.

Meet the Team

  • Samiya Hicks

    G/F Class of 2028

  • Parker Hughes

    G/F Class of 2028

  • Briyahnna Jones

    F/C Class of 2028

  • Cadence Moss

    SG Class of 2028

  • Addison Hughes

    G Class of 2028

  • De’Onna Taylor

    PG Class of 2029

  • Kennedy Crawford

    PG/SG Class of 2030

  • Naomi Bailey

    SG Class of 2028

  • Milani Marshall

    G Class of 2028

WANT TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

  • Phoenix Elite Sports currently competes with a 15-and-under girls’ basketball team, but we welcome players of all ages as we work toward expanding our organization in the coming seasons.

  • Atlanta and Augusta, GA

  • “If you’re not looking to join our team, we also offer player development through fitness and skills training at a special discounted rate. This program provides the same high-level training our players receive throughout the season, helping you elevate your game and prepare for the next level.”

    Fitness Training

    • Train with our experience trainers

    • Learn basketball essential in a safe and enjoyable environment

    • All fitness levels welcome

    • Our skills training program focuses on both basic and advanced basketball fundamentals,

    • helping players develop and refine their game. Training sessions include:

    • Ball Handling – Dribbling techniques, control, and moves to beat defenders

    • Shooting Mechanics – Form, footwork, and consistency from mid-range and beyond

    • Passing & Court Vision – Precision passing, decision-making, and reading defenses

    • Defense & Footwork – On-ball defense, lateral movement, and positioning

    • Finishing at the Rim – Layups, floaters, and contact finishes

    • Basketball IQ Development – Situational awareness, game strategy, and decision-

    • making

    • Conditioning & Strength Training – Speed, agility, endurance, and injury prevention

  • Our season goes through March-August for a total of 5 months.

  • $ 850 per player

  • If you want to join our basketball program at Phoenix Elite Sports, click CHAT TODAY to chat with our coaching staff today!