Basketball coach · Pine Bluff, ARCoach Paris
Private Basketball CoachCoach Paris
Trains in Pine Bluff
Works with all age groups
Available: Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
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Get to know Paris
I have played basketball for majority of my life, and I’ve played all levels but professionally. With playing, I’ve always had a knack for coaching and making players on any level better. I’m passionate when it comes to the game of basketball. Training with me does not only progress players skill wise, but from a mental aspect of understanding the game as well. I have trained players on all levels of play and would love to continue to share my love and knowledge of the game with everyone.
How I can help you improve
I can help someone improve their game from every aspect of the game. From strength and conditioning, to skill, to fundamentals, and knowledge/understanding of the game.
A typical training session
8-10 minutes of getting some good stretching in
5-10 minutes on ball handling
10-15 finishing around the basket
15-20 minutes of shooting
Within the time of the workout I also incorporate free throws, footwork, combination moves, and allowing players to be creative using their own decision making based on how a defensive player may move.
Career & accomplishments
In 2023 I coached a boys 15u aau team
I’m currently an assistant women’s basketball college coach
I’ve also coached at VCU youth basketball camps
Best coach I ever had
The best coach I’ve ever had would have to be my father because he pushed me to surpass the limits of the player that I thought I was. And forced to become the leader I am today.
What athletes & parents should know
I’m very passionate about what I do, but I love to have fun with it as much as possible as long we get what we need to do accomplished. I’m a college coach as well, so there are times where my schedule might change. But I’m great at communicating ahead of time.
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