COACH "J" BUMAGAT
coachjbumagat@gmail.com / 408-688-1995 (accepts texts)

SCHOLARAS BASKETBALL ACADEMY
MISSION STATEMENT

Teaching Student-Athletes to compete at the highest level, strive to be lifetime learners, on and off the court; To develop mentally into men of character, to be outstanding mataure citizens through character development and leadership training; develop a family environment within our organization and community.  We will promote and develop the power of amateur basketball by instilling the qualities of leadership, sportsmanship and the drive for acdemic excellence in our Nation's young people.

MARCH 1, 2026
HAPPY 20TH BIRTHDAY SCHOLARS!
Today, March 1st, marks the 20th anniversary of Scholars Basketball.  For 2 decades, Scholars Basketball Academy has stood as a shining example of academic and athletic excellence.  Reaching this milestone is a testament to the dedication of your hard work, your passion and your commitment as well as your determination as student-athletes.  Over the past 20 years, Scholars has not just built strong minds and bodies, but also strong character - instilling values of discipline, teamwork, integrity and perseverance.  Your commitment to excellence both on and off the court continues to inspire your community and set a standard for others to follow.  May this 20th anniversary be a celebration of all you have accomplished and a launchpad for even greater success in the years ahead.  Thank you all for being part of this journey with me!     ~ Coach "J" Bumagat


SPRING TRYOUTS - COMPLETED

2026 SPRING TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE:
6th/7th (Coach Truong): 2/21, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 4/11, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23-5/24
7th/8th (Coach Truong): 2/21, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 4/11, 4/18-4/19 (Asian), 5/9, 5/16, 5/23-5/24
High School (Coach J): 3/7, 3/14, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11, 5/2, 5/9, 5/23-5/24

2026 BREAKDOWN OF SEASONS:
*Returning Players: There are NO make up tryouts so please plan accordingly.
Spring Grades 6th-8th: February 8, 2026-May 25, 2026 (Tryouts January 11, 2026) - Complete
Spring Grades 9th-10th: March 8, 2025-May 25, 2026 (Tryouts February 21, 2026) - Complete
Summer Grades 6th-12th: May 31, 2026-August 15, 2026 (Tryouts May 3, 2026)
Fall Grades 6th-8th: August 23, 2026-November 21, 2026 (Tryouts August 9, 2026)
Fall Grades 9th-12th: August 23, 2026-October 17, 2025 (Tryouts August 9, 2026)
Winter Grades 6th-8th: November 30, 2026-January 30, 2027 (Tryouts November 8, 2026)