ABOUT HANDLELIFE

We don’t just build basketball players. We build people.

Handlelife is a premier basketball training company committed to developing the next generation of athletes through elite player development, mentorship, and community engagement.

Handlelife was built on the belief that greatness doesn’t come from shortcuts — it comes from consistent effort, daily discipline, and personal growth. Every drill, every rep, every session is a step toward mastery — not just in basketball, but in life.

Our Mission

To empower youth through high-level basketball training and holistic development — helping them grow as athletes, leaders, and people of purpose.

What We Offer

  • The Growth Program: A 9 week small group training academy for ages 7–16 that meets twice per week for 90 minutes.

  • The Growth Academy: Full-time homeschool program for student-athletes.

  • Travel Teams: Competitive teams that compete locally and nationally

  • Handlelife Cares: Our nonprofit arm offering scholarships, free camps, and community support

  • Elite Player Development: Private training and mentorship for players from youth to pro

Our Impact

  • 750+ families served

  • Dozens of athletes playing at the college and pro levels

  • Thousands of hours of free training and community outreach

  • A growing culture of confidence, consistency, and community

The Gem – Our New Home

Opening soon in Delray Beach, The Gem is our brand-new 6,243 sq. ft. training facility — designed to elevate training, connect families, and serve as a hub for growth, effort, and mastery.

Let’s keep building. Let’s keep growing.
Welcome to Handlelife.

Meet the Team

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    Brian Macon

    Founder

  • A man with dark curly hair, beard, and earrings instructs children during a sports activity in a gymnasium, with a white wall and an exit sign in the background.

    Marvens Calixte

    Trainer

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    Horace Smith

    Coach + Trainer

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    Junior Orelus

    Trainer

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    Sebastian Ochoa

    Athletic Performance