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DC Basketball Academies
Washington, DC · Boys and girls, grades 2 to 9PSB DC basketball academies are multi-week skills programs for boys and girls in the Washington, DC area. Players meet at the same time each week, so skills build from session to session. Many players use an academy to get ready for club team tryouts. Start dates and prices are listed below. DC academies: Boys and girls, grades 2 to 9.
Welcome to PSB DCDC academies
PSB DC academies are multi-week skills programs for boys and girls. They meet at the same time each week, so skills build from session to session.
Many players use an academy to get ready for PSB club team tryouts.
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James Maerder, Director
James has coached basketball in the DC area since the spring of 2015. From 2017-21, he coached with St. John’s College High School at the freshman, JV, and Varsity levels. He served as an assistant coach with Catholic University Men’s Basketball from 2021-22, and has returned to coach with St. John’s for the 2022-23 season. James lives in Silver Spring with his wife Nicole and his son Quinn.
Jaden Wehausen, Boys General Manager
Jaden Wehausen is the Boys General Manager for PSB DC. A Prince George’s County native, Jaden was a four-year varsity athlete at Gwynn Park and St. Charles High School.
Jaden played for PSB DC on the Townsend 17U team. Jaden joined the PSB DC staff in January 2026 as a 4th grade head coach and became the boys program manager in April.
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What is a PSB DC academy?
A PSB academy is a multi-week or multi-month skills program. Players meet at the same time each week, so skills build from session to session. Trained PSB coaches lead every session.
Who can join a PSB DC academy?
Boys and girls, grades 2 to 9. Each academy lists its grades and skill level when you register.
How much does a PSB DC academy cost?
Prices are set for each academy and shown in the list above, with the dates and times.
Can I get a refund if we cancel?
Cancel more than 7 days before the start for a full refund, less a $20 refund fee. Inside 7 days, you get an account credit for the full amount paid. After an event starts, there is no refund or credit.
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