BUILT BY BALDWIN. BUILT FOR BASKETBALL.
Coesneck Classic was founded in 2013 by a group of Baldwin, Long Island alumni who shared one vision: create a competitive, community-centered basketball experience unlike anything else on Long Island.
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What began as a small adult men’s league quickly evolved into a multi-division basketball platform attracting talent from across the region. By 2016, we expanded to include a women’s division, and by 2018, the league launched its first high school JV and Varsity divisions, responding to rapidly growing demand from young athletes seeking a structured, high-level summer league.
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Today, the league offers:
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High School Varsity
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High School JV
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High School Girls
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Middle School Boys
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From a grassroots idea came a powerhouse summer league that now welcomes 50+ teams from Long Island, Nassau County, Suffolk County, Queens, and Brooklyn each year.
Led by a Champion:
Commissioner Darius Burton
Our league is led by Commissioner Darius Burton, one of Long Island’s most accomplished basketball figures:
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7× Long Island Championship Coach
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500+ career wins
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Recognized for excellence in leadership, development, and program building
Under his direction, the Baldwin Summer Basketball League has become known for:
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Professionalism
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Competitive integrity
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Player development
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Community impact
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Consistent year-over-year growth
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His leadership has strengthened the league’s reputation with schools, coaches, athletes, and partners—making it a trusted platform for young players and a reliable investment for sponsors.
A LEAGUE WITH HISTORY. A LEAGUE WITH MOMENTUM.
A LEAGUE WITH A FUTURE.
A LEAGUE WITH HISTORY. A LEAGUE WITH MOMENTUM.
A LEAGUE WITH A FUTURE.
BREAKING NETS
Coesneck Classic in the Media
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