About Us
We are a student led team that replaces basketball nets and promotes outdoor activity.
The Origin Story
Net That began as a simple response to some dilapidated basketball nets in the Northwood Hills neighborhood of Dallas, TX. The childhood stomping grounds for a few of our founding members, we wanted to give back before going away to our respective universities in the Fall of 2020. Always looking for a way to serve, the simple act was quickly realized into a larger operation. Now, Net That has a presence at multiple college campuses across the country.
Our Mission
Net That is committed to ensuring communities have a place to engage in outdoor activity, specifically, the game of basketball, by servicing nets at local parks.
Core Values
- Service
- Community
- Opportunity
Where Do We Work?
We provide outreach opportunities to various campus locations and local communities. While based in the Dallas area, we are looking to expand our services as we currently cover these areas.
- Eugene, Oregon
- Norman, Oklahoma
- College Station, Texas
- Dallas, Texas
- Durham, North Carolina
- Austin, Texas
Marking The Park
Below is a map of the parks that Net That has re-netted and serviced!
- Northwood Hills Elementary
- Yale Elementary
- Spring Valley Elementary
- Mark Twain Elementary
- Fretz Park
- Spring Creek Elementary School
- John Crompton Park
- Woodcreek Park
- Thomas Park
- Anderson Park
- Merry Oaks Park
- Sandstone Park
- Sue Haswell Park
- Austins Colony Parkway
- Tanglewood Park
- Brookhaven Park
- Sunrise Street
- 12th Ave Rec Center
- Vineyard Park
- Andrews Park
- Bethesda Park
- Southern Boundaries Park
- Walltown
- Rockwood Park
- Shipe Park
- Katherine Fleischer Park
- Mt. Tabor Park
- University Park
- Sladden Park
- Amazon Park
- Brewer Park
- Filbert Meadows Park
- Emerald Park
- Lake Cliff Park
- Waterloo Park
- Old Stage Park
- Battle Bend Creek Park
- Shipe Pool
- Little Stacy Park
- Student Legacy Park (Intramural Fields)
- Blakely Park
- Irving Park
- Hillendale Park
- Portland Heights Park
- Brentwood Park
The Team
President
Simon West is a senior Public Health major on a pre-med track at Texas A&M University. His primary objective revolves around fostering outdoor engagement and extending support to economically disadvantaged communities. Simon hopes to foster healthier lifestyles and contribute to the overall well-being of the communities he serves.
Vice President
Andrew Douglass is a senior Computer Science major at the University of Oklahoma. Andrew combines his passion for fitness and exercise with his desire to improve local communities. His mission is to ensure that everyone has a safe place to play and engage in outdoor activities so that everyone can become the best version of themselves.
Secretary
Hayden Price is a senior Biomedical Science major at Texas A&M University with a veterinary medicine focus. He is dedicated to enhancing local communities by preserving and maintaining recreational resources. His mission is to ensure that local kids and community members always have a safe and enjoyable place to play and have fun.
Outreach
Taylor Gruber is a junior Architecture major with a minor in art at the University of Oregon. Taylor tirelessly works to enhance local areas by preserving recreational resources. With a mission to provide safe and enjoyable spaces for local children and community members, Taylor’s efforts ensure lasting memories and enriching experiences for families nationwide.
Treasurer
Keith Steptoe is a senior Mechanical Engineering major at Texas A&M University. He is dedicated to fostering outdoor activity and empowering underserved communities. With a strong commitment to enhancing localities, Keith strives to preserve recreational resources, ensuring a safe and enjoyable space for community members to engage in play and experience moments of joy.
Marketing
Sam Berry is a senior Product Design major at the University of Oregon, Sam channels his passion through Net That, a nonprofit organization. By fostering safe and enjoyable recreational spaces, he aims to inspire local children and community members while cultivating his leadership and management abilities.
Public Relations
Andrew Pham is a University of Texas at Dallas alum with a B.S. in Healthcare Studies. Andrew is dedicated to empowering communities and creating lasting positive impact. By focusing on basketball as a catalyst, he endeavors to cultivate unity and fortify local communities via the impactful platform of Net That.
Operations
Nicolas Underwood is a senior Entrepreneur and Venture Management major at the University of Oklahoma, is dedicated to enhancing local communities by preserving and maintaining recreational resources. His mission is to ensure that local kids and community members always have a safe and enjoyable place to play and have fun.
Media
Ben is an accomplished freelance videographer and a skilled digital media sports editor. With a strong passion for fostering outdoor activity and supporting low-income communities, he remains devoted to enhancing local neighborhoods by preserving and upkeeping recreational resources.
Contact Us!
If you’re passionate about promoting outdoor activities, supporting low-income communities, and improving local neighborhoods by preserving recreational resources, reach out to us via email for volunteer opportunities and positions. Join us in making a difference!
