🏀 About the Aces
Who We Are
Founded in 2023, the Nashville Aces Basketball organization is more than a team—we are a purpose-driven organization committed to excellence, leadership, and community impact.
Established by owners and Head Coach Allen Rogers Jr. and Duncan McClure, the Aces were built on a vision to create something bigger than basketball. From the very beginning, the organization has been rooted in using the game as a platform to inspire growth, develop character, and create meaningful opportunities for youth and families across the community.
Through competition, mentorship, and service, the Nashville Aces embody a culture that extends beyond the court—one grounded in discipline, unity, and a deep commitment to uplifting others.
We are not only focused on winning games, but on making a lasting impact—serving our community, empowering the next generation, and representing Nashville with pride, purpose, and integrity.
The Aces are the 2024-25 ABA Central Region Red Division Champions and the 2025-26 ABA Central Region Champions.
Mission
The Nashville Aces Basketball organization is more than a team on the court—we are a team in service to our community.
Through the Nashville Aces Community Impact Foundation, we use the power, platform, and influence of basketball to ignite potential, restore hope, and create lasting change in the lives of youth and families—especially those who have been historically overlooked and underserved.
Our players, coaches, and leadership are committed to excellence both in competition and in community—mentoring youth, engaging with families, and showing up where it matters most.
We believe the true measure of a team is not only how it performs on the court, but how it serves beyond it.
Vision
We envision a future where every young person—regardless of background or circumstance—has access to opportunity, mentorship, and support, empowering them to succeed on the court, in the classroom, and in life.
🂡 The Aces Way
A – Athletics with Purpose
We use the game of basketball as a platform to inspire growth, build character, and transform lives both on and off the court.
C – Culture of Unity
We bring people together across communities, backgrounds, and experiences—creating a strong, inclusive culture rooted in respect, teamwork, and connection.
E – Excellence in Action
We pursue greatness in competition, leadership, and personal development, holding ourselves to the highest standards in everything we do.
S – Service Beyond the Court
We are committed to showing up for our community—mentoring youth, supporting families, and using our platform to create lasting impact.
🌍 Nashville Aces Community Impact Foundation
Our Commitment
The Nashville Aces Community Impact Foundation exists to ignite potential, restore hope, and transform lives.
We create safe, inspiring environments where youth can grow in confidence, develop leadership skills, and access opportunities that prepare them for success in every area of life—academically, socially, and emotionally.
Signature Programs
- Aces Mentorship Program – Connecting youth with positive role models
- Student-Athlete Development – Academic support, leadership, and life skills
- Youth Basketball Clinics – Skill-building, discipline, and confidence
- Community Outreach Initiatives – Direct engagement in neighborhoods
- Health & Wellness Programs – Supporting mental and physical well-being
Nashville Aces Mission Statements
MISSION 1 — Powerful & Transformational
The Nashville Aces Community Impact Foundation exists to ignite potential, restore hope, and transform the lives of youth and families who have been historically overlooked and underserved. Through mentorship, education, and the unifying power of sports, we create safe, inspiring spaces where young people can discover their purpose, build unshakable confidence, and rise into leadership. Our mission is to break cycles, remove barriers, and open doors to opportunity—empowering every youth we serve to thrive in school, in life, and in their community.
MISSION 2 — Emotional & Community-Centered
Our mission is to stand in the gap for youth and families who deserve more than the circumstances they were born into. The Nashville Aces Community Impact Foundation empowers young people by surrounding them with mentors who believe in them, programs that strengthen them, and opportunities that propel them forward. Through holistic support and community-rooted engagement, we work to build stronger families, safer neighborhoods, and a generation of confident, resilient leaders who uplift their community and rewrite their own stories.
MISSION 3 — Bold, Compelling, and Funder-Focused
The Nashville Aces Community Impact Foundation is committed to changing the trajectory of young lives by providing equitable access to mentorship, education, wellness supports, and transformative sports-based programming. We exist to elevate youth who face systemic barriers, ensuring they are seen, supported, and given the tools to succeed. Our mission is to empower young people to lead with character, achieve academic and personal success, and contribute to a stronger, healthier, more vibrant community.
Nashville Aces Vision Statement
We envision a future where every young person—no matter their background, challenges, or circumstances—has access to life-changing opportunities, empowering role models, and a strong network of support that nurtures their full potential. We strive for a community where youth are equipped with confidence, leadership, resilience, and the resources needed to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially—both on the court and in every area of their lives.
Core Value for Youth Success & Lasting Community Impact
These values reflect what makes the Nashville Aces Community Impact Foundation a powerful force for change:
1. Empowerment
We build confidence, courage, and self-belief—helping youth discover their strengths and own their future.
2. Equity & Access
Every young person deserves the same opportunities for success. We remove barriers and create pathways for all youth, regardless of circumstance.
3. Leadership Development
We cultivate discipline, responsibility, character, and the ability to lead with integrity in school, sports, and life.
4. Resilience
We teach youth how to rise from challenges, embrace growth, and develop the mental toughness needed to navigate life’s obstacles.
5. Community Connection
We believe that support systems matter. We strengthen families, connect neighborhoods, and unite communities around the success of every child.
6. Excellence
We hold ourselves and our youth to high standards. Teaching accountability in academics, athletics, wellness, and personal conduct that apply to daily life.
7. Accountability
We model and expect responsibility, honesty, and follow-through—skills essential for strong character and long-term success.
8. Wellness & Wholeness
We care for the whole child—mind, body, and spirit—through mentorship, education, sports, emotional support, and healthy decision-making.
9. Service & Stewardship
We teach youth the importance of giving back and building a community they can be proud of.
10. Opportunity Creation
We open doors for youth by providing exposure, resources, relationships, and experiences that expand their world and their future possibilities.