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Matt Barnett

For Matt Barnett, co-founder of The Basketball Social House, basketball isn’t just a game; it’s a way of life. Matt’s love for the game has influenced every aspect of his life, starting with his early days at Douglas County High School, where he earned three letters in basketball and two in baseball. While in high school, he was guided by the strong coaching leadership of his father, Steve Barnett, which resulted in his receiving the honor of All-State Basketball Player of the Year twice. 

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Making Basketball a Career

Matt’s passion for basketball led him to play at Colorado State University after receiving multiple offers from many Division I schools. At Colorado State, he became a four-year starter and worked his way into the record books as third all-time in rebounds and fourth in assists. After earning his BA in Liberal Arts, Matt took up professional ball in New Zealand, where he averaged twenty points and ten rebounds per game.

Upon returning to Colorado, Matt served as the Recreation Coordinator for the City of Greenwood Village and started his own training business, Hoops4You, training professional, college, and youth basketball players. In 2012, he founded Elevation Flyers, one of the longest-standing youth basketball clubs in Colorado; the club has competed on a local and national level. From 2016-2020, Barnett was the Director of Basketball for the Panorama Sports Institute under the direction of former NBA strength and conditioning coach Steve Hess and NBA finals MVP Chauncey Billups.

Basketball Coaching Philosophy

Matt’s coaching philosophy has always centered on teaching the fundamentals of the game while also fostering a love for basketball. He uses positive feedback to help players improve their skills and achieve their goals. 

He also recognizes the importance of challenging athletes both physically and mentally, guiding them to reach beyond their limits, and helping them reach their full potential. Every practice, game, and training session is infused with an atmosphere of enthusiasm, dedication, and hard work. With these principles in mind, Matt equips players to become well-rounded athletes who are not only skilled in basketball but are also ready to succeed both on and off the court.

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Bringing Community Basketball to
Centennial, Colorado

Matt often found a well-rounded coaching approach lacking in many of the gyms and tournaments he frequented as a coach. His vision to create a positive atmosphere for all ages who love the sport of basketball began to take shape as he shared his vision for an inclusive basketball experience with long-time friend, Jimmy Bemis

The two men united on the shared vision of a community gathering place that would support positive growth for anyone interested in the sport of basketball. Thus, The Basketball Social House was born. Matt can be found organizing tournaments and leagues under B-Ball games, the basketball arm of The Basketball Social House, or possibly throwing up a few shots in the gym. He is excited to share his love for the game with a wider audience, and this new “eatertainment” concept allows him to do just that.

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Matt Barnett

Co-Founder

Matt Barnett is the co-founder of The Basketball Social House in Centennial, Colorado.

Matt graduated from Douglas County High School in Castle Rock, Colorado, where he earned three letters in basketball and two in baseball. He was a two-time all-state selection in basketball and an all-conference baseball player. He signed his National letter of Intent to attend Colorado State University after receiving multiple offers to many Division I schools.

At Colorado State, Matt was a four-year starter under Coach Stew Morrill and played his way into the record books where he is third all-time in rebounds and fourth all-time is assists. He earned his BA from Colorado State University in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Social Sciences.

After college, Matt played professionally in Auckland, New Zealand for one season where he averaged twenty points and ten rebounds a game. Upon returning to Colorado, Matt served as Recreation Coordinator for the City of Greenwood Village, and he started his own business, Hoops4You LLC, training professional, college, and youth basketball players.

In 2012, Matt started Elevation Flyers, one of the longest-standing and most respected competitive youth basketball clubs in Colorado. Matt was also the Director of Basketball for the Panorama Sports Institute from 2016-2020 under the direction of former NBA strength and conditioning coach Steve Hess and NBA Finals MVP Chauncey Billups.

Read Matt’s profile at ColoradoBiz.

Jimmy Bemis is the co-founder of The Basketball Social House in Centennial, Colorado. Jimmy has over twenty years of experience in accounting, finance, and technology. He has worked for large firms such as Invesco, Oppenheimer, CH2MHill, and Brown Brothers Harriman where he oversaw various critical business aspects including but not limited to complex quantitative analysis, data, digital, SEC/Board reporting, and operational functions.

He has a proven track record of blending innovation and operational efficiency to create business success, most recently heading the financial and operational areas for a private equity firm that invests in and operates restaurant, entertainment, and hospitality businesses. His focus during this time has been to turnaround under-performing business concepts, establish and implement a franchising model, and create various viable and profitable exit strategies.

He holds a BS in Finance and an MBA from the University of Colorado Denver, an MS in Accounting from Regis University, and has completed his Doctorate in Accounting (all but dissertation) at Liberty University. Jimmy also graduated from Chatfield Senior High where he lettered in basketball, cross country, and track.

Read Jimmy’s Profile at ColoradoBiz.

Performance Trainer Dylan Birdsell

Dylan Birdsell

Lead Skills & Performance Trainer

Originally from Willis, Texas, Dylan played 4 years of Texas 5A basketball at Willis where he lettered on varsity and was co-captain during his junior and senior years. Dylan went from being one of the last kids accepted to his junior high basketball teams to being one of only two athletes out of his high school class to be recruited to play at the next level.

Dylan started his coaching career with Point Guard College’s prestigious basketball camp that hosts 100+ camps every summer across the country. Dylan has coached over 40 camps with PGC and has worked with 1000+ basketball athletes from elementary, junior high, high school, college, and overseas professional players (male and female). Dylan also spent his undergraduate years volunteering and coaching with various junior high, high school, and UMHB’s Men’s Basketball programs.

While continuing his education through earning his MS in Exercise Physiology, Dylan gained knowledge and experience in the research field of exercise and sports science. Dylan was awarded the “Master of Science Exercise Physiology Outstanding Student of the Year Award” during his graduation in May 2021.

Dylan’s philosophy of training and life stems from what a person is committed to being. He prides himself in understanding the aspirations of his clients and becoming an asset to their commitment using his knowledge in Biomechanics, Physiology, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Weightlifting, and Pathology.

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