About Us
Rain Basketball USA develops elite basketball players through proven training systems, competitive AAU teams, and year-round coaching that prepares players for high school, college, and beyond.
Founded in 2010 by Stephen Beseda, Rain has become the premier basketball development program across Orange County, the Inland Empire, Denver, and Aurora — building confident athletes, strong leaders, and championship-caliber players.
Our Mission
Developing confident athletes and strong leaders through elite basketball training, competitive play, and character-building experiences that prepare them for success on and off the court.
What We Do
Rain Basketball offers:
- Club Teams (AAU)
Competitive teams that prepare athletes for the next level of play. - Skills Academy
Year-round training focused on fundamentals, IQ, and confidence. - Seasonal Camps & Clinics
Intensive training experiences that sharpen skills and build community.
Every program is designed to elevate athletic performance while also instilling teamwork, discipline, and resilience.
Our Impact
- Serving Orange County and Inland Empire, CA
in addition to Denver and Aurora, CO communities. - Supporting boys and girls of all ages and skill levels.
- Partnering with college recruiting programs to help athletes reach the next level.
- Building a culture of mentorship through
Every Program Is Designed To Elevate Athletic Performance
While Also Instilling Teamwork, Discipline, and Resilience…
On AND Off The Court.
Investing in the Next Generation
Rain Basketball operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit because we believe every child deserves the chance to develop their potential. While our programs deliver elite training and competitive opportunities, we use basketball as a vehicle to change lives—ensuring that financial barriers don’t keep deserving kids from thriving.
Each year, through donor support and community partnerships, we invest over $150,000 in scholarships, supporting 150+ families. 95% of every dollar raised goes directly to these young athletes, providing them access to the same world-class coaching, competitive travel, and life-changing opportunities as every Rain player.
When you choose Rain Basketball, you’re joining a program that develops champions while opening doors for the next generation of leaders.
(and growing)
$150K
awarded annually
each year
to scholarships
Why Rain?
In basketball, "rain" means a player is making all their shots.
At Rain Basketball, we help at-risk youth make all their shots in life— in academics, character development, and the path to college.
Why Youth Sports Matter
The impact goes far beyond the scoreboard — youth sports shape stronger minds, healthier bodies, and brighter futures. Rain Basketball isn’t just developing athletes—we’re building tomorrow’s leaders.
🧠 Mental, Emotional & Social Health
Kids in team sports grow up more confident, connected, and resilient — with up to 25% lower rates of anxiety and depression in adulthood compared to those who never played. Ohio State University | PLOS One
💪 Physical Health
🎓 Academic & Career Success
The leadership pipeline starts on the court:
- 90% of female C-suite executives played sports as youth (EY)
- 73% of successful adults were youth athletes (President’s Council)
- 45% higher life satisfaction rates throughout life
- Higher graduation rates and college enrollment (NFHS)
- Significantly higher lifetime earnings (Harvard, Fortune)
- Better time management, teamwork, and leadership skills
90% of female C-suite executives played sports as youth (EY)
73% of successful adults were youth athletes (President’s Council)
45% higher life satisfaction rates throughout life
Higher graduation rates and college enrollment (NFHS)
Significantly higher lifetime earnings (Harvard, Fortune)
Better time management, teamwork, and leadership skills
NFHS | USD | Harvard Magazine | Fortune | EY | Forbes
Hear our Founder share why youth sports matter…
on AND off the court.
FOLLOW THE HUSTLE,
ON & OFF THE COURT
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