SWISH ACADEMY

Develop Your Game

Swish Academy provides year-round skill development for athletes looking to improve their game.


Focused on individual development, confidence, basketball IQ, and habits, Academy helps athletes take the next step through structured training and small group instruction.


Program Highlights:


  • Year-round development
  • Skill work
  • Small-group instruction
  • Basketball IQ
  • Confidence building
  • Age/skill appropriate groups
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It teaches:

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confidence

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resilience

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teamwork

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leadership

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discipline

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work ethic

At Island Swish, we are committed to helping athletes become better players — and better people.

Our Mission

To provide a complete basketball pathway where athletes of all ages and skill levels can learn, develop, compete, and reach their potential in a positive, high-quality environment.

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Why Families Choose Island Swish

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Complete Player Pathway

From beginner to elite, Island Swish provides clear opportunities for growth at every stage.

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Experienced Coaching

Our staff brings decades of experience in player development, education, university basketball, and high-performance sport.

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Positive Development Environment

We prioritize confidence, growth, effort, teamwork, and long-term development.

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Year-Round Programming

Rec League, Academies, Camps, Club Teams, and High Performance pathways all under one roof.

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Community + Competition

Athletes can have fun, improve, build friendships, and compete at the level that fits them best.

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Development On & Off The Court

We believe basketball helps build confidence, resilience, leadership, and strong character.

Matt Kuzminski — Director

Matt brings over 20 years of basketball coaching and player development experience.


Former Head Coach of the VIU Mariners Men’s Basketball Program for 14 seasons, Matt helped lead the program to multiple conference championships, national championships, and national medal finishes while earning conference and national coaching recognition.


Matt now serves as Director of Basketball at Aspengrove School and oversees player development, pathway strategy, coach mentorship, and overall programming at Island Swish Basketball.


Matt is passionate about helping athletes build confidence, work ethic, and long-term success both on and off the court.

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Matt Kuzminski — Director

Scott brings extensive experience in coaching, athlete development, and high-performance sport.


As a longtime assistant coach with the VIU Mariners Men’s Basketball Program and Director of High Performance Sports at Aspengrove School, Scott plays a key role in athlete development, systems, and program leadership.


Scott is passionate about helping athletes maximize potential while creating positive experiences in sport.

2k+

Active Players

 150+

Teams

 50+

Certified Coaches

 150+

Years of Service