Saturday mornings at AFC Fitness, Bala Cynwyd|First Saturday $15
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Basketball School Book a $15 first Saturday
Youth basketball, ages 6 and up

Building confidence
on and off the court.

Saturday clinics at AFC Fitness in Bala Cynwyd, grouped by age and coached by former college players and coaches, four of whom played Division I. Beginners and experienced players both belong here.

Book a $15 first Saturday See the schedule
Coach Ben with players
Ages 6+Every level welcome
3 groupsGrouped by age
Sat 8 to 11amAFC Fitness, Bala Cynwyd
$15Your first Saturday
01 The program

Basketball that teaches more than basketball.

We believe youth basketball can make a difference in kids' lives that goes beyond the court. Every Saturday shows players, first hand, how effort and consistency add up to real improvement.

How a PBS Saturday runs.

Six things you'll see every week
01

Deliberate drills

Every drill follows the day's focus, a specific part of the game taught from the ground up.

02

No wasted time

We keep things moving and get the most out of every session.

03

Competitive fun

A weekly competition, and a mini-league that lasts the whole season.

04

Mindset

Mental fitness, focus, and what it means to be a good teammate.

05

Community

An inclusive place where players make friends and feel welcome.

06

Every level

Grouped by age, with an advanced group for experienced players. First-timers and team players both get work.

What every player hears on Saturday
  • Consistent effort compounds.
  • Embrace challenges.
  • We over me.
  • Enjoy the process.
02 The coaches

Coached by players who have been there.

Program Directors Ben Daugherty and Zac Ervin both played Division I basketball at Elon. The coaches include Division I players from Nevada, Temple and Drexel, and former graduate assistant coaches at Villanova and William & Mary.

A note from Coach Ben

“PBS exists to show kids how consistent effort can compound into big results, in basketball and in life.”

Program Directors

Both played Division I at Elon
Program Director

Ben Daugherty

Elon, Division I
  • Division I college player at Elon University
  • 1,000-point high school scorer and team MVP at Western Reserve Academy in Cleveland
  • Set Western Reserve's single-season assist record in 2019
  • Began training kids his freshman year of high school
  • Has run large youth basketball clinics in 4 states
Program Director

Zac Ervin

Elon, Division I
  • Division I player at Elon University
  • CAA Scholar-Athlete of the Year in 2023
  • 9th all-time leading scorer in Virginia state history, at Gate City HS
  • State champion his junior year and first team all-state
  • Averaged over 36 points a game as a senior before a season-ending knee injury

Coaches

Former college players and coaches
Elon and Nevada, Division I

Hunter McIntosh

  • Division I guard at Elon and Nevada
  • CAA Rookie of the Year at Elon and multiple All-CAA teams
  • 39% three-point shooter for his college career
Full bio
  • Career-high 26 points for Nevada, 6-for-6 from three
  • CAA Scholar-Athlete of the Year
  • Consecutive NABC Honors Court selections
Temple and Drexel, Division I

Anto Keshgegian

  • Division I player at Temple University and Drexel University
  • Deep understanding of the game, from skill development and fundamentals to the mental side of competing
  • Passionate about helping young athletes reach their full potential on and off the court
Ursinus, Villanova staff

Ryan McTamney

  • Standout player at Ursinus College
  • Villanova graduate assistant coach in 2022
  • 1,000-point scorer at Roxborough High School
Full bio
  • 10 years of youth coaching experience
William & Mary staff

Andrew Fish

  • Graduate assistant coach at William & Mary in 2023
  • Four-year student manager at Elon University
  • Coaches every year at Duke University's youth summer camp
Full bio
  • Contributing player at the Hill School in PA
Ursinus

Bruce Edwards

  • Standout player at Ursinus College
  • CIF Division II champion and MVP in 2016
  • 1,000-point scorer, team MVP and all-league at La Jolla Country Day in San Diego
Full bio
  • Started coaching youth basketball in high school during the summers
Arcadia

Steve Pendleton

  • Averaged 16 points a game at Arcadia University and started all 27 games his senior year
  • All-league selection at Arcadia
  • League and state champion at Upper Merion
Full bio
  • Had multiple 30-point games his senior year
  • Several years of youth mentorship experience
  • School teacher in PA

Meet them on Saturday.

Your player's first clinic is $15.

Book a $15 first Saturday
03 Saturdays

Three groups, one morning, every Saturday.

8to 9am

Ages 6 to 9

First-timers and younger players, all levels.

Group 1
9to 10am

Ages 10 to 13

Middle school players, all levels.

Group 2
10to 11am

Advanced 10 to 13, and 14+

Experienced players and high schoolers.

Group 3

Not sure which group?

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Hi, my son has never really played. Is that OK?
Yes. Groups are set by age, and the coaches work with every level.
How old is your player?
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Tap an age to see your player's Saturday time, or have it texted to you.

Get it by text

Not ready to book? We'll text you the details.

Tell us your player's age and we'll text you their Saturday group, the time, and the link for the $15 first clinic. Reply to that text with any question.

Texts sent after 9pm arrive at 9 the next morning.

Player's age
When would you like to start?
04 Membership

Start with one Saturday. Stay for the season.

Try it
$15

A one-time trial clinic so your player can try a Saturday in their age group.

Book a $15 first Saturday
Year-round membership
$69 every 2 weeks

After the trial, membership keeps your player coming every Saturday. Pause, change or cancel anytime in the member portal.

  • Weekly Saturday clinics
  • Bonus workouts, 2+ a month
  • Monthly Zoom with college and pro players
  • Online training resources
  • Member events and camps
  • Siblings 50% off, each additional child
05 From PBS families

My 11 year old son was brand new to the game, and Ben and his coaches helped transform him from a kid who was afraid to get the ball or take a shot, into a confident player who understood the game.

Mike Tether, PBS parent
"He learned new skills and gained confidence in himself. The coaches are talented, not just with basketball but with engaging the players and keeping them motivated."Bo Brewer, PBS parent
"The coaches really taught the kids new skills, and team play and tactics. They were fun and kind, but also strict and it helped the kids stay focused."Mary Ann Radisek, parent
06 Your first Saturday

Three steps to the court.

1

Book the $15 trial

Pay online and tell us your player's age. We'll text you to confirm their group.

2

Come to AFC Fitness

Come at your player's group time with basketball shoes and a water bottle.

3

Keep going if it clicks

Membership is $69 every 2 weeks and can be paused or canceled anytime.

07 Questions

What parents ask us first.

Anything else, text (267) 715-1903 and we'll get back to you.

All parent questions

My child has never played. Is that OK?

Yes. Groups are set by age, and the coaches work with every level, from first-timers to players already on a team.

Which group is my child in?

Ages 6 to 9 play 8 to 9am. Ages 10 to 13 play 9 to 10am. Advanced 10 to 13 year olds and players 14 and up play 10 to 11am.

What should we bring?

Basketball shoes, comfortable clothes to play in, and a water bottle.

How does membership work?

After the $15 trial, membership is $69 every 2 weeks. You can pause, change or cancel anytime in the member portal.

Is there a sibling discount?

Yes. Each additional child after the first is 50% off membership.

Where exactly is it?

AFC Fitness, 601 Righters Ferry Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004, right across the bridge from Manayunk.

See you Saturday morning.

Your first clinic is $15. Groups start at 8, 9 and 10am.

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