About
I have a training facility where I help players from age 7 to the Pros. I've been coaching for over 15 years on different levels: high school, college and AAU. I started training when I saw the need for players to develop their individual impact on teams. I have a passion for basketball & learning and a desperate desire to be effective.
My skill development system works on execution, decision making & leadership. Execution is for the fundamentals [dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding and defense. Decision making helps to know when to apply your fundamentals and leadership is understanding how to lead yourself as well as others.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
New students start with an evaluation session. I evaluate three areas:
Skill set - to determine how to enhance player improvement
Mindset - to see how the player deals with instructions & challenges
Connection - to identify if we fit together & how well we transfer information
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My Coaching Experience:
TEAM COACHING
FBC Defenders AAU Club
St Peter's HS Girls Varsity
Middlesex County College
Raritan Valley Community College
BASKETBALL CAMPS
Rutgers BBall Camp
North Brunswick Township Recreation
Corby Swan BBall Camp
Dorcas Miller BBall Camp
Michelle Campbell BBall Camp
CLINICS
Franklin Township Recreation
Hillside Recreation
Rahway Recreation
TEAM TRAINING
Branchburg Travel [Boys & Girls]
Bridgewater-Raritan HS Girls
Burlington County College Womens
Franklin HS Boys
Hanover Park HS Girls
Hillside HS Girls
North Brunswick HS Girls
North Brunswick Travel [Boys & Girls]
Rahway HS Girls
Rutgers Prep HS Girls
Rutgers Prep MS Boys
Somerville HS Girls
University HS Girls
Wardlaw-Hartridge MS & HS Boys
Wardlaw-Hartridge MS & HS Girls
West Windsor-Plainsboro HS South Girls
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Private Training
Private Training Sessions are 60 minutes by appointment, usually 4 players or less [we reserve the right to add other players based on the needs of the players involved]. 1 on 1 sessions can be requested due to availability.
- 1 Evaluation Session: $35
- 1 Private Session: $50
- 1 on 1 Session: $75
PACKAGES
- 1 by 8 (1 session each week for 8 weeks): $350
- 2 by 8 (2 session each week for 8 weeks): $600
- 2 by 10 (2 sessions each week for 10 weeks): $700
- 3 by 4 (3 sessions each week for 4 weeks): $420
- 6+6 (1 Private + 1 Group Session for 6 weeks): $385
- 6+12 (1 Private + 2 Group Session for 6 weeks): $510
FUNdamental Group Training
Players (max of 16 players) ages 7-10 learn to play by building skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, catching, defense and moving without the ball.
1 Session: $25
12 Session Package: $275
Prime Group Training
Players (max of 16 players) ages 11-14 build fundamentals through a variety of ball control , shooting & defensive drills as well as improve their decision making skills through small sided games (1v1, 3v3, etc.) Their learning priority includes:
♦ Attacking & defending screens
♦ 10 ways to get open
♦ Leadership skills
1 Session: $25
12 Session Package: $275
How did you get started teaching?
The game of basketball has been very useful to my growth as a person in many ways. In 2001, I wanted to do something constructive to help other players through teaching and coaching basketball.
As I began assisting a club program, I recognized that the players needed assistance with developing their skills and individual impact on teams so I started taking time outside of team practices to help them understand the game better and develop their abilities. This effort evolved into my current training system.
What types of students have you worked with?
I work with players from age 7 to the pros. Each level has different needs and I've studied and applied appropriate training methods to assit players in reaching their potential. I've been effective with players at all levels, from the beginners to the well experienced individuals.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I'm proud to say that I have five players in the 2018 high school graduating class who have made early commitment signing National Letters of Intent to play at Division I colleges:
Boston U
Rider University
St. Peters University
West Point [Army]
University of New Hampshire
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
The best advice I have for hiring a basketball trainer is to find a good fit with someone who values the same things you find most important. You need someone who can listen to your needs, identify the best approach to help you improve in a progressive and measureable way.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Three questions that students should think through are:
1) What do you need to develop to improve your impact in games?
2) What do you do best?
3) What would you like to learn about the most?