If you have any questions about Academy or the schedule please contact
us at 701-672-1420.

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Who is ECI?

ECI Youth Services, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2005 by Dan Hodgson. Our mission is “challenging a generation that’s raising themselves,” and our programs are designed to challenge and grow today’s youth by connecting them with caring, healthy adults in an environment that allows them to develop and be successful.

ECI: Athletics

Select Basketball   ________________________________________ April through August
An out-of-season program for high school boys and girls basketball players in ND, SD, out-state MN and Eastern Montana that provides top regional players with the opportunity to play on a team with other highly talented individuals while improving their game and being seen by college coaches at all levels.

ECI Academy: Basketball, Volleyball, Tennis, Baseball ___________________ Year-round
A year-round skills training program for boys and girls in grades 1-12 held throughout the week at the NDSCS Clair T. Blikre Activities Center. The Academy is staffed by highly-skilled trainers who have a passion for the game and who are committed to helping youth succeed and be the best they can be.

ECI: Tournaments

Dakota Hoopfest      _____________________________________________________ June
A college-recruiting basketball tournament for high school-age boys and girls held annually in Wahpeton, ND, and drawing teams from ND, SD, MN, and  NE. The 4th Annual Dakota Hoopfest will be held June 20-22, 2008, in Wahpeton.

Spring Preview         _____________________________________________________  April
A newly NDHSAA-sanctioned D-I eligible college-recruiting boys’ basketball tournament held annually in April in Wahpeton, ND. The 3rd Annual Spring Preview will be held April 18-20, 2008, in Wahpeton.

Youth Athletics Tournaments     _______________________________________Year-round
A year-round schedule of youth tournaments in Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling, and other sports held at the NDSCS Clair T. Blikre Activities Center.

ECI: Childcare

ECI Schoolcare    __________________________________________________ Year-round
A year-round before and after-school and all-day summer care program for kids in grades K-6. We will expand the program into a regional Boys & Girls Club.

For other program information or to set up a speaking engagement, call Cassie Hodgson at (701) 672-1420 or email cassie@eciyouth.org.