Lamont Smith
Basketball Academy
High-level basketball training program
Lamont Smith Basketball Academy
Lamont Smith Basketball Academy is a high level basketball training program for players eager to maximize and advance their skills. The academy is designed to emphasize fundamental training and is tailored to each individual’s need and skill level.
Training Programs
Coach Lamont has a training program for every age group, both boys and girls, from young athletes to professional college players.
Testimonials
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Mission Statement LSBA
Our mission is to teach the fundamentals of the game in a repetitious manner that allows each player to be sound in all areas. Our attention to detail and structure, along with our small group sizes, will elevate growth and development. We aspire to grow the game, impact, and serve.
Programs
We emphasize fundamental skill and work to ensure each player is given the best opportunity to grow their game. We highlight each player’s strengths and challenge them to excel in many different areas while teaching them competition, work ethic, and sportsmanship. Our skills sessions are heavily focused on the fundamental development of our players.
1-1 Private Sessions
1 on 1 sessions are tailored to each individual’s need and skill level. We are eager to develop and advance your overall skill set and mindset. Serving all ages and skill levels from Orange County to San Diego.
Club Teams
Elite club teams built on proven, collegiate-level training methods from former Division I head coach Lamont Smith. We develop complete athletes through high-intensity skill work, competitive team play, and character building—so players thrive on the court and carry that confidence off it, too.
Group Workouts
Group workouts are designed to focus on the overall skill level of the entire group. The group’s collective skill level will determine what we do in each group workout.
New Players Welcome!
As we prepare for the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 seasons, we’re excited to welcome new players and families to experience what makes LSBA one of Southern California’s premier youth basketball development programs.
Please ensure that all returning LSBA players attend one of the player assessment sessions.
Fall Player Assessment Dates (San Diego, CA)
Fall Player Assessment Dates (San Diego, CA)
Date: Sunday, August 2 & Sunday, August 23
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Location: La Jolla High School
Ages: 9U, 10U, and 11U Players
Cost: Free
Date: Sunday, August 2 & Sunday, August 23
Time: 2:30 PM – 3:45 PM
Location: La Jolla High School
Ages: 12U and 13U Players
Cost: Free
Date: Sunday, August 2 & Sunday, August 23
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM
Location: La Jolla High School
Ages: 14U
Cost: Free
Date: Saturday, August 22 – (Orange County)
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
Location: 24 Hour Fitness, 8697 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618
Ages: 11U & 12U Players
Cost: Free
Date: Saturday, August 22 – (Orange County)
Time: 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM
Location: 24 Hour Fitness, 8697 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618
Ages: 14U Players
Cost: Free
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Player Assessments help our coaching staff evaluate each athlete and place them in the best environment to develop, compete, and succeed.
We’re pleased to offer two dates for player assessments to ensure everyone can participate, especially for those who may be traveling. Rest assured, attending just one assessment is all you need to secure your spot on the roster.
The LSBA Difference
At LSBA, we believe basketball is about more than the game.
We’re committed to developing the whole athlete by combining high-level basketball instruction with leadership, confidence, discipline, and character development.
Our players benefit from:
- Elite basketball skill development and team training
- Education focused on basketball IQ, mental performance, and resilience
- Speed and Agility clinics hosted by renowned speed and agility professionals
- Guest speakers focused on mental mindfulness, leadership, nutrition, and more
- Community service
- Showcase events at venues such as Intuit Dome, SoFi Stadium, and Crypto.com Arena
- Competition in local, regional, and national tournaments
- Positive culture that challenges, supports, and inspires players to excel on and off the court
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Everything we do is built around one philosophy: Reps Done Right
Testimonials
★★★★★
If you are a basketball player in San Diego go work out with Lamont Smith.
If you are a basketball player in San Diego go work out with Lamont Smith. Simply one of the best teachers of the game I’ve ever worked for and been around!
Patrick Frost
★★★★★
One of the best. Great knowledge along with a passion to serve!
One of the best. Great knowledge along with a passion to serve!
Global Sports Academy
★★★★★
The level of commitment he has towards the kids is undeniable.
My son has been training with Coach Smith for 7 months now and I can honestly say he is one of the best coaches around. The level of commitment he has towards the kids is undeniable. His knowledge of the game is extensive, and I constantly see him teaching the kids new techniques. If you have a child who is interested in basketball, you are someone who already plays the game, or you are trying to get ready for college or pro level, I highly recommend training with Coach Smith. My son walks away happy after each session with him and will talk about all the new techniques he learns. We are lucky to have him as a coach!
Stephanie Holland
★★★★★
Lamont just takes it to a higher level.
All the coaches my boys have worked with the last few years have been excellent. Lamont just takes it to a higher level. His attention to detail on building skills is tremendous and he relays the right amount of encouragement with firmness. The boys respond to him and it is fun, as a parent, to see them improve under his guidance. It’s as if my 11 and 12-year-olds are getting high-level college coaching every session with Lamont! I encourage anyone who wants to learn how to properly play basketball to seek his instruction.
Barry Porter
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