Angela Lewis' Black Owned Virtual School for Girls now open

By Gloria DULAN-Wilson

“Out of chaos and adversity comes favor and blessings – that is, if you make it so.” - GDW

Or, put another way, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.”

And that is just what St. Louis MO native, Angela Lewis, former professional basketball player, coach, and author did when she started a basketball training company to help develop girls as leaders, on and off the court. 

However, when the CDC mandate forced gyms to close in March, the in-person academy was halted; but parents wanted their daughters to remain active and a part of the basketball community. 

In response to this unprecedented situation, the Angela Lewis Virtual Academy was launched. It now includes weekly live sessions, training videos, expert interviews, mentoring, and additional resources specifically for girls. 

 

Getting girls involved in physical activity is critical. According to a recent study by the Women’s Sports Foundation, the lack of participation may have adverse effects on girls' mental health, physical health, and sense of self worth.

“It was incredible to see the girls from different parts of the country working on their game and supporting each other through this difficult time. They know we will be here for them and we care about them beyond basketball,” said Angela Lewis. 

As the world enters the next wave of the coronavirus pandemic, it is important to note an article from Harvard School of Public Health reporting that many children are experiencing worsening mental health problems during the pandemic. 

“The virtual academy helped my daughter improve her skills and be a part of a group. It is really important to me that she learns the game from someone that has already been where she wants to go,” explained Erica Mitchel.

 

Young girls facing mental fatigue and lack of exercising options during COVID are benefitting from the  online Virtual Academy -  a web-based school for basketball training.  It has helped counter the mental and physical setbacks young female athletes face because of current social distancing restrictions.

To visit the platform, follow this link: https://angelalewisva.com/

The Angela Lewis Virtual Academy is available for individual players and high school girls' basketball teams. The Virtual Academy encourages team camaraderie and provides support if the teams

Young girls facing mental fatigue and lack of exercising options during COVID have a new online resource. Virtual Academy, a web-based school for basketball training, has launched and helps counter the mental and physical setbacks young female athletes face because of current social distancing restrictions. 

Virtual Academy is a new online platform created by Angela Lewis, a former European Professional Basketball player from St. Louis, Missouri. To visit the platform, follow this link: https://angelalewisva.com/

have to quarantine during the season. 

The cost is $100 per team or $50 per individual player for the year.  The availability of vaccines and reopening of in-person play will not stop the Virtual Academy. “It will continue to be a significant part of our training and development programs because we can have a positive impact on girls globally.” Angela Lewis

Angela Lewis Basketball’s goal is to reach 10,000 girls globally over the next three to five years through their programs. 

 

For more information visit angelarlewis.com or contact info@angelarlewis.com.

 

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