MORE THAN AN ATHLETE

Our top priority at Planet Rock Sports & Fitness is to make an impact in the development of young, student athletes on and off the court.  

We want all of our teams and players to be recognized as respectful, kind, positive, honest, hard-working, confident and proud. 

Enhance the growth and development of student athletes by teaching valuable life skills through athletics. Help them to become confident, articulate, kind, and responsible young adults through effective coaching and mentoring; preparing them to be leaders in their community and successful in their athletic journey, career and personal lives.

our mission

Our core values and philosophy are a compilation of seven pillars:

Our Values and Philosophy

TEAMWORK

We work as one.

We work together and help one other to make everyone better. We develop strong relationships by respecting others and showing kindness, compassion and care to everyone around us.

ATTITUDE

We control our attitudes. 

We hold positive attitudes throughout lessons, practices, games and in our daily lives. We focus on our improvement and the positive impacts we have on our teams. We use mistakes as learning opportunities, let them go and never let them affect our performance.

RESPECT

We respect ourselves and we respect others. 

We are respectful and courteous towards each other, coaches, referees, opposing teams and their coaches, parents and grandparents, teachers, concession stand workers, and any other person we encounter.

INTEGRITY

We live with integrity and good character. 

We do what is right. We are reliable and trustworthy. We lend a helping hand. We hold ourselves and others accountable. We are responsible. We are true to ourselves. We are good sports. We are patient and flexible. We show grace and compassion to others.

DISCIPLINE

We do what we need to do, even when we don’t want to do it.


We practice discipline to bridge the gap between goals and accomplishments. We focus on what we can control: our attitude, effort and focus. We do not let things we can’t control impact our performance. We always give 100%.

PERSEVERANCE

We go, and then go some more. 

We conquer obstacles together and relentlessly pursue excellence: mental toughness, determination, resilience, teamwork, courage and confidence. At Planet Rock, we never throw in the towel. We never back down. We stand boldly and courageously in the face of adversity and we do whatever we can to overcome it. We show up for our wins and show up after our losses. We recognize our mistakes and choose to learn from them.

GRATITUDE

We work hard and enjoy the process. 

We recognize these are some of the best days of our lives and we appreciate each moment. We are grateful for the work, the challenges, the improvement, our teammates, coaches, friends and family. We are grateful for the good days and the bad days too. We recognize these days will pass by in the blink of an eye so we focus on having fun with it. We learn from every practice and tournament, every win and every loss. We enjoy the process, trust the process, and focus our energy on the positive things. We are grateful to those who have helped, supported, and shaped us along the way.

Our vision is to empower athletes to reach their highest potential both on and off the court, cultivating a community of dedicated individuals who strive for excellence. We envision a future where every athlete at Planet Rock thrives, utilizing their skills to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Our goal is to inspire a new generation of leaders who embrace the values of teamwork, perseverance, and integrity, ensuring that they not only succeed in their athletic pursuits but also contribute meaningfully to the world around them.

Our goal to be THE premier athletic club in Houston — we aim to attract attention from coaches across the nation to help you reach the next level.

our VISION

At the heart of our athletics program is a culture that thrives on passion, ingenuity, and a deep sense of belonging. Our founders envisioned a space where every student-athlete feels at home, supported not only by coaches but also by their peers and families. We empower our athletes to define their goals and create comprehensive plans for success that extend beyond the basketball court, emphasizing personal accountability and holistic growth. This commitment to nurturing each individual fosters an environment where every student can reach their fullest potential.

We are dedicated to leveling the educational playing field, ensuring that elite athletic and academic enrichment is accessible to student-athletes from diverse economic backgrounds. Our program offers top-tier training alongside academic support and essential life skills development. By equipping our athletes for college, careers, and life, we not only prepare them for success on the court but also instill the confidence and resilience necessary to navigate their future endeavors.

Inclusivity and diversity are core values that enrich our community, creating a space where every voice is heard and valued.

Our culture is a vibrant tapestry woven together by families united in their support for every Planet Rock player. We believe in taking action—parents actively engage in their student-athletes' development, building a robust support network that fosters trust and encouragement. Together, we don’t just talk about change; we make it happen, ensuring that each athlete feels empowered and uplifted. In this collaborative environment, we celebrate every achievement, big or small, and cultivate a strong sense of community that will last a lifetime.

our culture

This code of responsibility of the Astronaut Basketball Academy acknowledges our responsibility to the Academy, to our parents, to the community and to each other. It directs us in the performance of our duties and expresses the basic tenets of ethical and appropriate conduct. Adherence to this code calls for constant commitment to honorable behavior and ensures the continued privilege of participation in the Academy.

COMPETENCE
In return for the faith that our parents, teammates and community places in us, we will continually seek to demonstrate our dedication to excellence. We recognize that we touch the lives of our teammates, family and community everyday and make every effort to meet and exceed expectations with a positive and determined attitude. The opportunities, and therefore the responsibilities, that we have been given are a privilege that demands the highest level of competence.

TEAMWORK
We are highly visible members of a large team of skilled and dedicated people. Mission accomplishments belong to the team, not to the individual.

INTEGRITY
Integrity requires us to observe both the literal and the spirit of professional standards of conduct. Honest and forthrightness in all dealings with parents, teammates, teachers, coaches and the community are our foundations. aWe strive to avoid the appearance of impropriety and readily acknowledge our limitations.

RELATIONSHIPS
We establish relationships of trust with our teammates, parents, teachers, coaches and the community. We maintain our standards of conduct in these relationship in the home, school and community environments. We will protect and balance the best interests of our teammates, families, the community and the Academy.

PERSONAL BEHAVIOR
We will live in a manner that reflects credit and honor upon our families, team and the Academy. Cadets will respect and uphold the law, school rules and do our duties as citizens. Each of us accepts personal responsibility for our conduct.

STEWARDSHIP
We are custodians of amazing gifts and talents and will avoid conflicts of interest that could lead to their exploitation. We will not take actions that put ourselves or our teammates at unreasonable risk.

LIFELONG COMMITMENT
We have a lifelong association with the Academy. As such, our responsibilities to each other continue after our time at the Academy. We will always consider the implications that our actions have on all active and former Cadets and will support each other in our adherence to this code.

our RESPONSIBILITY

THE PLANET ROCK CODE OF RESPONSIBILITY