The West Michigan Drive is a highly successful youth basketball program that was established in 2012. The team was a part of the Blue Star Circuit before making the switch to the Select 40 Circuit. What really sets this program apart is its exceptional track record of player development and college placement. Since 2017, the West Michigan Drive has maintained a remarkable 100% placement rate for its players, helping each and every athlete on their team to secure a spot to play at the next level. With a commitment to excellence both on and off the court, the West Michigan Drive is widely regarded as one of the premier youth basketball programs in the region.
Players To Watch This Season:
- Lily Zeinstra (2024)
Committed to Butler - Maddie Geers (2024)
Offers: PFW, Detroit, Niagara & more!
Notable Alumni:
- Sophie Wiard (Toledo)
- Kenzie Bowers (Illinois State)
- A.J Ediger – (Iowa)
- Cara Vankempen (Wright State)
- Avery Zeinstra (Grand Valley State)
Coaching Staff:
- Larry Copeland– 17u Head Coach
- Derek Paiz – 16u Head Coach
- Mike Crosby – 15u Head Coach
Jr. All-Star Analysis:
West Michigan Drive is a program that has produced a plethora of collegiate players over the course of the last few years. Headlined by 2024 Butler commit Lily Zeinstra, and Maddie Geers, who currently boasts offers from multiple mid-major programs. We expect them to be very competitive this summer, as they continue to make a name for themselves as one of the midwest’s up-and-coming programs.
