About the Celtics
36+ Years — One of the Top Youth Athletic Programs in the Nation
Our Story
The Atlanta Celtics Youth Athletic Program began in 1990 because of the need to provide additional opportunities for students that loved sports and were interested in the possibility of a career in athletics. We began with one team and are currently averaging twelve teams per season.
Over the years, the Atlanta Celtics have become a household name to spring/summer fans, college recruiters, high school students, evaluators, and professional scouts. Because of the program’s long-term success, sportswriters, prep school evaluators, and college coaches rate the Atlanta Celtics as one of the top youth athletic programs in the nation.
Our reputation is built on the utmost integrity in collaborating with players, parents, coaches, and scouts.
Our Accomplishments
Our Mission
Develop Student-Athletes
We are dedicated to developing student-athletes by getting them qualified, accepted, and graduated from colleges throughout the country.
Build Conscientious Citizens
We feed into the lives of all students we serve, instilling values that will make them conscientious citizens and community leaders.
Proven National Reputation
The Atlanta Celtics Brand is well known nationally for its excellent reputation — more players have reached the NBA, McDonald All-American status, and collegiate coaching from our program than any other youth athletic organization.
Second-Generation Legacy
There is no greater stamp of approval than an alumnus allowing their child to follow in their footsteps — second-generation Celtics now compete in the program.
The Celtics Competitive Edge
Georgia, South & North Carolina, Florida, and Alabama continue to be states that produce a high number of incredibly talented student-athletes. The competition to recruit those players is extremely intense. Our primary objective is to demonstrate our ability to give those students a distinct advantage in achieving their goals.
College Placement
Over seven hundred players have earned Division One college scholarships through our program.
Household Name
The Atlanta Celtics are a household name to spring/summer fans, college recruiters, high school students, evaluators, and professional scouts nationwide.
Community Service
Service is at the core of who we are. We encourage our students to participate in three annual community events.
MLK Weekend of Service
January — Saturday of MLK Weekend
During the MLK Weekend of Service, we prepare box lunches for the homeless. We work with churches in the Metro Atlanta communities and assist in the distribution of those meals. This event teaches our students compassion and the importance of serving those in need.
Holiday Food Distribution
November & December
Prior to Thanksgiving and Christmas each year, our students participate in food distribution programs, helping ensure families in our community have meals during the holiday season.
Youth Mentorship
Year-Round
The Celtic staff and players serve as counselors and instructors for youth in the community, teaching and inspiring the next generation. This activity provides an excellent opportunity for our students to understand the true values of serving as role models.
Celtics Alumni
We hold a special place in our heart for those young men that compete on the college level, earn a degree, and go on to achieve greatness.
McDonald All-Americans
More McDonald All-Americans have come through our program than any other youth athletic organization.
NBA & Professional Players
Numerous Celtics alumni have reached the highest level — playing in the NBA and professionally in leagues around the world.
College Coaches
Alumni have gone on to coach at the collegiate level from our organization.
Community Leaders
We are extremely proud of those who earned a college degree and are now living productive lives with their families while making a meaningful difference in their local communities.
The Atlanta Celtics is a nationally recognized youth athletic program with 36+ years of working with student-athletes assisting them in reaching their maximum potential and serving as productive citizens.