Meet Coach Nick

Howdy! My name is Nick Barrio. I'm a brother, son, uncle, friend, and believing Christian.

Basketball is an integral part of my life as an Aggie, Civil Engineer, and Coach. It has forged lifelong friendships, created unforgettable memories, and has taught me valuable life skills.

Through Hoop Ministry, I hope to offer an ounce of the same experience I've had with the sport. I pray you fall in love with this beautiful game, and I look forward to meeting you.

Heart Over Height.

"But the LORD said to Samuel, "Don't judge by his appearance or height, for I have rejected him. The LORD doesn't see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the LORD looks at his heart.""
(1 Samuel 16:7 NLT)

Hoop Ministry was founded to do more than just develop basketball talent — it’s a calling to build young leaders through the game we love. Hoop Ministry exists to mentor, equip, and inspire athletes to reach their full potential on the court and in life.

We believe leadership isn’t measured by how many people hear you — but by how intentional you are with the ones right in front of you.

Success isn’t about talent nor winning. It’s built on character, values, and consistency.

Basketball mirrors life. It’s not about how big you are — it’s about how big you play.

It’s not about strength — it’s about skill, timing, and position.

It’s not how high you jump — it’s where you are and when you jump.

Here, we train the hands, shape the heart, and build the mind. Because in life and on the court, talent may open the door, but character keeps you in the room.

John Wooden: "Success"