The primary mission of illinois irish basketball is to give an opportunity to young athletes of all economic backgrounds a chance to continue their development as it relates to the fundamentals of basketball, sportsmanship, and athletic competition. this will be achieved through participation in tournaments and competing at the highest level possible, while gaining exposure from colleges across the country; we're allowing all those involved to grow as individuals on an off the court by helping them understand dedication, work ethic, teamwork, toughness, strategy, perseverance, and professionalism. in hopes of using basketball as a tool to help further their education after high school while transforming those skills from the basketball court, to become leaders in our communities down the road.