A Legacy of Excellence
Uptempo Prep is built on a strong basketball legacy that reflects years of dedication, development, and opportunity
Our extended basketball network and development pipeline has helped produce athletes who have competed and succeeded at the highest levels of the game. Through disciplined training, mentorship, and exposure, Uptempo has contributed to a history of athletes reaching collegiate and professional success.
At Uptempo Prep, we continue building on that foundation — preparing the next generation of athletes to earn scholarships, compete at the collegiate level, and pursue professional careers.
Our mission is simple:
Develop talent. Create exposure. Open doors.
The Uptempo Prep Vision
Uptempo Prep exists to build the next generation of collegiate athletes.
Our vision is to create a high-performance environment where dedicated basketball players sharpen their skills, strengthen their academic foundation, and earn the exposure needed to compete for college scholarships. Through elite training, disciplined preparation, and a culture built on accountability, Uptempo Prep is committed to helping athletes transform their potential into opportunity.
Meet the Team
Naazir Russell
CEO/Founder
Ansu Sesay
Associate Head Coach
Eddie Robinson
Associate Head Coach