Von Essens
Written by:
Melissa and Harris Von Essen
Oct 5, 2025
The impact of Young Basketball on my children...
It has taught our daughter how to be resilient and how to best control her emotions. She has also learned the value of teamwork and humility.
Our testimonial about Young Basketball...
We are so grateful for Coach Cass and the impact he has had on our daughter, both on and off the basketball court. His tireless dedication, patience, and passion for the game have not only improved her skills as an athlete but have also helped her grow as a person.
One of the moments that stood out most to us was his on court pep talks with Eliza when she needed more energy and positivity to give her team her best. That extra time and encouragement gave her the confidence to keep pushing herself, and it showed us just how much he cares about each player’s development.
Coach Cass doesn’t just teach basketball—he teaches discipline, resilience, teamwork, and the importance of never giving up. His enthusiasm and belief in his players inspire them to give their very best, and we’ve seen our daughter’s love for the game deepen because of his influence.
We are incredibly thankful for his mentorship, guidance, and positive role in our daughter’s life. Having a coach who invests so much in his players is truly a gift, and we couldn’t ask for a better leader for the team.
About Coach Cass...
We love how Coach Cass approaches coaching with his practical and no nonsense demeanor. He excites the kids he coaches and never forgets to make basketball fun. At the same time he has high expectations for our kids and teams and makes a positive impact to their development as athletes. He is very approachable and always goes the extra mile for the kids he teaches. We also appreciate all the parent coaches and Hailee Young for the agility training and are awesome uniforms and team swag! True family vibes.