Serving the
community through
Education & Sport

44 Hoops has impacted over 4,400+ youth through
high-level basketball skills camps around the GTA.

Serving the community
through Education & Sport

Our Motto

Every Student-Athlete should be successful in
their development on and off the court.

The Impact

Reaching over 4,400+ Kids since 2014 in
sports and education!

Donate Today

Help us create opportunities to build resilient Youth who are confident and prepared for the future of work while playing the sport they love.

About Us

In 2014, 44 Hoops was founded by Professional Basketball Player, Mississauga Native Andrew Nicholson. He aims to support and serve our community through Education and Sport. 44 Hoops has impacted over 4,400+ youth through high-level basketball skills camps around the GTA. We continue to focus on the Student-Athlete to bring overall success within our community. We launched our newest program, “Books and Buckets” to help support our initiative.

Founder

Born in Mississauga, ON, Andrew Nicholson is a professional basketball player who made his mark on and off the court. After playing college basketball for St. Bonaventure University and graduating with a degree in Physics, Andrew was drafted 19th overall in 2012 by the Orlando Magic.

During his time at St. Bonaventure, he achieved Atlantic 10 Rookie of the Year honours, and racked up impressive points and rebounds, ultimately earning a place in the St. Bonaventure Hall of Fame in 2023.

Nicholson’s NBA career continued with the Washington Wizards, Brooklyn Nets, and Portland Trail Blazers. Andrew continues to play professionally overseas.

From college honours to NBA courts, Andrew Nicholson’s journey is a story of hard work and dedication. Beyond the court, Andrew continues to build a diverse portfolio of businesses within North America and Asia.

The 4 Fours

1. Educational Wellness

Providing youth with access to educational opportunities.

2. Physical Wellness

Emphasizing the significance of physical activity.

3. Mental Wellness

Understanding the impact of mental awareness and providing resources to youth.

4. Community Service

Creating safe and inclusive spaces that empower and inspire the next generation of leaders.

Who We Are

We provide youth with fun and engaging learning pathways through sport to improve life skills acquired on and off the court.

Mission

To develop confident and resilient youth who are prepared for the future of work while playing the sport they love.

Vision

Building sustainable programs that empower our community and foster the development of Student-Athletes.

Value

Creating sustainable and scalable learning pathways that amplify the Student-Athlete.

Basketball School Clinics

School basketball clinics can be a great way to introduce students to
the sport and help them improve their skills.