About Us
Building Stronger Students. Stronger Athletes. Stronger Futures.
Founded in 2022, our center was created to close opportunity gaps and help level the playing field for youth across our community. We believe every student deserves access to development, mentorship, resources, and training that prepares them to lead in school, sports, and life.
We exist to develop confident, disciplined, and resilient young people through education, athletics, and real community support.
Our Team
Meet Coach Tomeka
Coach Tomeka brings leadership, experience, and passion for youth development through athletics, mentorship, and life preparation.
Areas of Expertise
- Stretch & Mobility Coaching
- Strength & Conditioning
- Injury Prevention & Rehab Exercise
- Assistant Basketball Coaching
- Fundamentals, Skills, Defense & Drills
- Track & Field Coaching
- Dance Instru
Coach Tomeka brings leadership, experience, and passion for youth development through athletics, mentorship, and life preparation.
Areas of Expertise
- Stretch & Mobility Coaching
- Strength & Conditioning
- Injury Prevention & Rehab Exercise
- Assistant Basketball Coaching
- Fundamentals, Skills, Defense & Drills
- Track & Field Coaching
- Dance Instruction
Her mission is to help every student build confidence, discipline, and the mindset needed to succeed on and off the court.
Meet Coach Nae
Coach Nae is a valuable part of our leadership team and a strong example for the students we serve. Her commitment, work ethic, and success continue to inspire the next generation.
She brings energy, guidance, and mentorship that helps our athletes believe in what is possible through discipline and consistency.
Our Impact
Developing Students Early Matters
Confidence, discipline, routine, and resilience are built over time. When students miss early athletic and physical development opportunities, they are often forced to catch up later.
Our goal is to provide early access to training, mentorship, and structure so students can compete at a higher level academically and athletically.
No student should have to leave their own community to receive quality support.
Why We Started
Closing Gaps. Creating Opportunity.
Many students in our community have talent and potential, but too often they lack access to the same resources available elsewhere.
We created this center to change that.
Academic & Life Development
- Financial literacy education
- Workforce readiness training
- Internship opportunities
- Mentorship programs
- Girl empowerment support
- Life skills development
- Tutoring and Study Hall support
Athletic Department
- Basketball skill training
- Track & field development
- Conditioning and movement training
- Physical fitness education
- Confidence and discipline building
Sports do more than build athletes. They develop leadership, critical thinking, grit, communication, and emotional resilience.
About Joyce Finley
JOYCE FINLEY
My mother was an educator, her philosophy was
She always made sure we were involved in extra curricular activities. And I don’t mean one, I’m talking about multiple activities, year round, and this didn’t mean you slacked off in your studies. No, she expected the best grades as well as the best performances.
Contact Us
Connect With Us
The Joyce Finley Center for Hope
Compton, California
Phone: 310-766-3668 Email: tm@thejoycefinleycenterforhope.org
