Our Mission
RAM Basketball Academy was created to provide the Burbank & Stickney communities with a top tier basketball experience.
Our mission is to teach, develop, and challenge each child to improve and enhance their basketball & life skills.
RAM Basketball Academy believes all of our coaches should:
1. Demonstrate Qualified Knowledge.
2. Provide Positive & Mindful Instruction.
3. Model & Empower Important Life Skills.
4. Possess a Strong Sense of Self-Awareness.
OUR HEAD Coaches
Coach JOE Carlini
Coach Carlini has over 30 years of basketball experience both domestically and internationally. He currently teaches at Reavis HS and coaches the freshmen boys basketball team. Coach Carlini trains athletes all over the Chicagoland area via: thecarlinigroup.org.
Coach Joe Lorusso
Coach Lorusso, a native of Burbank, and former standout basketball player at Reavis HS currently teaches at Reavis HS and coaches the Boys JV Basketball team. Coach Lorusso is passionate about spreading the love of basketball and giving back to his community.
Coach Nick NORTON
Coach Nick NORTON
Coach Norton, a former area and state standout, boasts a decorated basketball career. Coach Norton was part of a historic DII Lewis University basketball program. Coach Norton currently serves as the assistant JV Boys basketball coach at Reavis HS.
Other staff
Coach Faris
Coach Faris
Coach Faris
Coach Faris is a current student at Reavis HS and a promising future varsity basketball player. Along with coaching duties, Coach Faris also serves as our Head of Social Media.
Coach Alex
Coach Faris
Coach Faris
Coach Alex is a current student at Reavis HS and a promising future varsity basketball player. Along with coaching duties, Coach Alex also serves as our Head of Player Facilities.
Coach Awni
Coach Faris
Coach Awni
Coach Awni is a current student at Reavis HS and a promising future JV basketball player. Coach Awni serves as one of our top coaches for the younger age groups.