"During the panel, several young athletes eagerly raised their hands, asking questions about being confident on the court, coaches' favorite players and what it takes to make a team."
"DeMarco was asked what advice he would give to young girls hoping to excel in the sport, to which he spoke about team camaraderie and how the skills transfer to all aspects of life."
"I absolutely love it, he told Brooklyn Paper. There's something really special about New York City and Brooklyn in general. Just the energy of the city, heading into work in the morning, seeing people out after work it feels like there's an energy that's one of a kind."
The Brooklyn Basketball Training Center, opened in September 2025, hosted a Spring Recess clinic for 27 girls aged 6-17. Participants trained with top staff and learned from Liberty coaches. On April 8, Head Coach Chris DeMarco and his coaching staff held a panel discussing their roles and the importance of opportunities for young girls in sports. DeMarco emphasized team camaraderie and its life skills. He expressed his love for New York City and its unique energy, which influences the basketball community.
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