WE RISE ELITE

Where Hawaii’s Top Talent Rises to the Next Level

Born from the foundation of our club program, WE RISE SPORTS, the WE RISE ELITE program was created to elevate Hawaii’s best basketball athletes onto a national stage. Based on the island of Oʻahu and co-founded by Coach Nate Donnell and Coach Jake Millar, this vision became a reality in 2023 when a select group of standout players competed in the prestigious Adidas Circuit. Through grit, heart, and relentless hustle, our WE RISE ELITE team made their mark—finishing the season strong with a tournament win that earned them a coveted spot as an official Adidas Gold Team.

Now in 2025, the momentum continues. Coach Nate and our dedicated coaching staff have grown the program to six elite teams, featuring top-tier athletes not only from Oʻahu but also from Hawaii’s neighboring islands. Our current elite roster includes: 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 15U, 16U Gold, 17U Silver, and 17U Gold. Each team is built to compete at a high level, offering players the opportunity to develop, showcase their talent, and represent Hawaiʻi with pride. These athletes reflect the highest level of commitment, skill, and drive that the islands have to offer.

Our mission is to provide unmatched exposure, elite training, and meaningful opportunities for Hawai‘i’s rising basketball stars to shine on the national stage—and beyond. If you’re ready to challenge yourself, compete alongside the best, and represent Hawaii as part of the only Adidas Gold Team in the state, we invite you to try out for WE RISE ELITE.

This is Hawai’i Rising. Together We Rise.