About Legacy Hoopers
Legacy Hoopers is a youth basketball program built for players who want to work hard, learn the game, and be part of a positive, competitive team environment in Westchester.
Mission & Philosophy
Founded in 2025 by Coach Kenny Lane, Legacy Hoopers was built to offer a positive, competitive, and development-driven environment. Today, the program is led by Program Director Frank Samaritano and Coaching Director Kenny Lane, who work together to align operations, communication, and the on-court experience.
We see basketball as a vehicle for building confidence, resilience, and character. Our priority is helping each player improve over the course of a season, not just chasing a single weekend result. We want kids to work hard, understand the game, and feel proud of how they practice, play, and treat their teammates.
- Teach real fundamentals and decision-making, not just sets and plays.
- Set clear, age-appropriate standards for effort, focus, and communication.
- Hold a high bar for sportsmanship, body language, and how we handle wins and losses.
Coaching Staff
Legacy Hoopers is led by a small group of coaches and families committed to building a high-quality, long-term basketball experience. Practices and game concepts are planned the way we’d want them for our own kids: organized, demanding, and positive.
Program Director – Frank Samaritano
As Program Director, Frank oversees overall operations, communication with families, scheduling logistics, and the day-to-day flow of the program. He works closely with the Coaching Director to ensure that what happens in the gym matches the standards and values of Legacy Hoopers.
Coaching Director – Coach Kenny Lane
As Coaching Director, Coach Kenny oversees practice planning, team systems, and player development across the program. A longtime coach and former college player, he brings high standards to the gym in a teaching-first, player-first way.
When your child is in one of his sessions, they will see:
- Fast-paced drills that connect directly to game situations.
- Clear explanations of what we’re doing and why.
- Quick corrections, encouragement, and chances to try again.
Team Coaches
Each Legacy Hoopers team has a primary coach who runs practices, manages rotations, and communicates with families. Practices are planned in advance so players know the focus for the night and can see their own progress over time.
On game days, our coaches:
- Emphasize effort, unselfish play, and composure.
- Use timeouts and halftime to teach, not just react.
- Help players understand what a “good shot” and a “good possession” look like for their team.
We want players to know why we are doing what we do, not just where to stand.
How a Legacy Hoopers Season Works
A typical winter season includes one or two practices per week and weekend games through Zero Gravity or Super League. We work to minimize conflicts, but always recommend families check the Live Legacy Schedule and the Program Details page for updates.
- Weeknight practices at partner gyms in Westchester (Harvey School, Rippowam Cisqua, and others).
- Saturday and Sunday games at House of Sports, Carmel Sports Club, The Leffell School, and other league sites.
- Season usually runs from mid-November through late February or early March, depending on league playoffs.
Live game times and locations are kept current in the Live Legacy Schedule (LeagueApps) linked from the Home and Program Details pages.
What We Expect From Players & Families
Legacy Hoopers works best when everyone is on the same page. We keep expectations simple and clear:
- Arrive on time, ready to work, and communicate if you will be late or absent.
- Bring energy and a team-first attitude to practices and games.
- Let coaches coach during games; use the car ride home for support and encouragement.
We want every player to feel pushed in a positive way, and every family to feel informed about what is going on. For detailed program policies on tryouts, playing time, Practice Players, and communication, please review the Parent Handbook & FAQ.
Hoops for Hope
Hoops for Hope is Legacy Hoopers’ community fundraiser — a free-throw event benefiting PPP3CA research and Legacy Hoopers families. Players shoot, sponsors pledge, and we raise money for something bigger than the scoreboard.
Learn more on the Hoops for Hope page.