A Message from
Coach Sam
When I was a child, I loved basketball more than almost anything. I actually remember scoring my first real basket in a game- and how I physically could not stop myself from smiling after banking in the shot off the glass.
It is a funny thing that throwing an orange ball through a metal hoop can bring someone so much joy. But it’s best not to think about that too hard.
That feeling- the feeling of joy from succeeeding- is what I hope to create within each of my students. I want them to discover it, and then learn how to find their way back to it, no matter what is standing in their way- whether it’s is an opponent or, more often, themselves.
-Sam
About beyond
Beyond Austin Athletics creates high-energy youth sports programs where kids build skills, confidence, and a genuine love for being active.
Founded in Austin by longtime coach Sam Lahourcade, Beyond was built around a simple belief: great coaching should help children grow both on and off the court. Our programs combine fundamental instruction, exciting games, and positive encouragement in an environment where every student feels included.
Whether a child is picking up a basketball for the first time or already loves to compete, we meet them where they are and challenge them to keep improving. Along the way, students develop teamwork, resilience, sportsmanship, and the confidence to try new things.
We are not just teaching kids the rules of the game. We are helping them discover what they are capable of.
