Empowering and Developing Athletes Holistically
Join us in creating opportunities for student-athletes to grow, lead, and thrive on and off the court.
"Married to the game"
Our Mission:
Mrs. Basketball USA is a nonprofit organization devoted to the holistic development of student-athletes. We are married to the game and grounded in prevention and preparation, to ensure no athlete is left behind. Through access to essential resources, mentorship, and community support, we empower student-athletes to reach their full potential—becoming confident leaders, champions, and changemakers both on and off the court.
Our 5 Core Pillars:
- Athletic Development: Connecting athletes to the resources, training, and support they need to level up on the court.
- Mental & Emotional Wellness: Helping athletes build confidence and resilience through their experiences on and off the court.
- Academic & Career Preperation: Equipping athletes with the tools, guidance, and resources they need to thrive in high school and college while exploring career paths and planning for life beyond the game.
- Leadership & Life Skills: Supporting athletes in developing self-advocacy, character, and the decision-making skills they need to lead with purpose on and off the court.
- Community & Identity: Guiding student-athletes to develop a strong sense of identity through shared experiences that inspire and support them in reaching their goals on and off the court.
About Mrs Basketball USA
Our Founder
Our Workshops
Our Workshops
Meet our founder, Thaddesia Southall — former USC Women’s Basketball player, educator, and advocate for athletes. With a passion for holistic development, she created Mrs. Basketball USA to empower the next generation of athletes to thrive both on and off the court.
Thaddesia earned her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Occup
Meet our founder, Thaddesia Southall — former USC Women’s Basketball player, educator, and advocate for athletes. With a passion for holistic development, she created Mrs. Basketball USA to empower the next generation of athletes to thrive both on and off the court.
Thaddesia earned her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Occupational Therapy from the University of Southern California and later completed her Master’s in Education at California State University, Long Beach. Drawing on her experiences as a student-athlete and her professional expertise in mentorship and education, she has spent over a decade guiding athletes through their academic, personal, social, athletic, and professional journeys.
Through Mrs. Basketball USA, Thaddesia combines her lived experience with practical guidance and resources, ensuring every athlete has the support, tools, and confidence they need to succeed in all aspects of life.
Our Workshops
Our Workshops
Our Workshops
Our workshops are designed to support the holistic growth of student-athletes through evidence-based strategies, mentorship, and experiential learning.
Each session aligns with our five foundational pillars. Through these workshops, we equip athletes with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in every area of life.
Below are a
Our workshops are designed to support the holistic growth of student-athletes through evidence-based strategies, mentorship, and experiential learning.
Each session aligns with our five foundational pillars. Through these workshops, we equip athletes with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in every area of life.
Below are a few examples of our signature workshops:
- Built to Last: Injury Prevention & Basketball Movement Mastery
- Fuel to Finish: Nutrition for Hoopers
- Court Confidence: Mental Toughness & Game Mindset
- Unbreakable: Confidence After Setbacks & Injury
- Student of the Game: Academic + Athletic Balance
- The Legacy Workshop: Life After the Game
- Lead by Example: Leadership & Team Culture
- Time to Win: Time Management & Discipline
- Money Moves: Financial Literacy for Athletes
Our Impact
Our Workshops
Our Impact
For over a decade, Mrs. Basketball USA has been dedicated to empowering student-athletes through sports, education, and mentorship. With more than 10 years of combined experience in sports and education, our founder has supported hundreds of student-athletes in reaching their academic and athletic goals.
Through workshops, mentorship prog
For over a decade, Mrs. Basketball USA has been dedicated to empowering student-athletes through sports, education, and mentorship. With more than 10 years of combined experience in sports and education, our founder has supported hundreds of student-athletes in reaching their academic and athletic goals.
Through workshops, mentorship programs, and community events, we have impacted countless youth, helping them build confidence, strengthen life skills, and pursue higher education. Our initiatives have also supported professional athletes in the NBA and NFL as they returned to school to complete their degrees while continuing their athletic careers.
In partnership with the NBA and other community organizations, Mrs. Basketball has hosted coaching clinics, leadership sessions, and wellness-focused events that promote teamwork, mental health, and healthy lifestyles.