Developing skilled, confident athletes through elite basketball training that builds character, discipline, and a lifelong love for the game.
What We're Dishing Out
Meet The Coaches
Sammy Hooper
Sammy played college basketball at Lynchburg and Randolph, earning All-Conference honors, before going pro in Estonia. When COVID brought him home, he discovered a passion for coaching.
In 2020, he and Aaron Wood started Hardwood Hoops, a local training program focused on skill and character development. Now, with the launch of Hoopers and its own gym, Sammy is committed to helping young athletes grow both on and off the court.
Aaron
Wood
Aaron is a former All-Conference track athlete and ODAC champion from Lynchburg College. With six years of high school basketball coaching experience, he’s passionate about developing athletes both on and off the court.
His love for training and mentorship led him to team up with Sammy to start a program focused on building skill, confidence, and character in every player.
Built by Hoopers, for Hoopers.
Hoopers began with a simple goal: to help athletes grow through consistent, high-quality training. Founded in 2020 as Hardwood Hoops by Sammy and Aaron, the program started with just a few local sessions and quickly built a reputation for skill development, hard work, and genuine care for every player.
Today, Hoopers has its own dedicated space and continues to serve athletes of all ages and levels. More than just a gym, Hoopers is a community built on passion, purpose, and the love of the game.
Upcoming Events
Basketball Skills ClinicMon, Jul 28Hoopers
Summer Basketball CampTue, Aug 12Hoopers
Hoopers Soft OpeningDate and time is TBDHoopers
Honoring the Legacy
Hoopers is more than just a place to train, it's built on a legacy of strength, character, and love for the game. The court is proudly named Max Hooper Gymnasium in honor of Sammy’s grandfather, Max Hooper, a lifelong athlete, mentor, and inspiration.
Max believed in the power of sports to shape young lives, instilling values like hard work, integrity, and perseverance. His passion for basketball and dedication to family laid the foundation for everything Hoopers stands for today.
This gym isn’t just a space, it’s a tribute to the man who inspired it all.
Contact Us
Have questions or want to get started? We’d love to hear from you.
📧 Email: hoopersrva@gmail.com
📍 Location: 10810 Paulbrook Dr, Midlothian, VA 23112
📞 Phone: (804)432-9285
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