On the Ball Academy is the result of generations of basketball influence amongst the Putnam family of Dow City, IA. What started as a love for youth basketball and a drive to increase area competitiveness in the household's favorite sport has since grown to a stand alone facility like no other found in rural Iowa. OTB brands itself by offering a unique take on individual and small group activities and training methods. Each offering is constructed to continue connecting with the area's motivated athletes who strive for a better understanding of the game and a further developed skillset to play their favorite sports at each individual's highest capability.