Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Alex
Former college guard helping athletes build skills, confidence, and IQ
Former college guard helping athletes build skills, confidence, and IQ
As a former NCAA Division III combo guard, I understand what it takes to develop as a player, and I now apply that knowledge to training athletes in Orange County. My sessions emphasize strong fundamentals, smart habits, and game-like repetition, while also building confidence, discipline, and basketball IQ. I take a personalized approach with each player, creating structured sessions that challenge them, keep them engaged, and help them translate practice into real game improvement. Whether a beginner or experienced player, my goal is to help athletes get better, enjoy the process, and develop a lifelong love for the game.
Aliso Viejo, CA
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat
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Weekly Availability
Monday
3:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Tuesday
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
8:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Wednesday
3:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Thursday
3:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Friday
3:00 PM - 4:00 AM
Saturday
3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sunday
Unavailable
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Get to know Coach Alex
About Me:
I’ve loved basketball for as long as I can remember, and I’m just as passionate about teaching the game as I am about playing it. I’m a former NCAA Division III combo guard who now trains youth players across elementary, middle, and high school in Orange County. I enjoy being in the gym, building relationships with athletes, and helping them grow both as players and as people. I’m patient, high-energy, and competitive in the right ways, but I always keep the focus on learning, effort, and enjoying the process.
How I can help you improve your game:
I help players get better by breaking skills down into clear, repeatable habits that actually show up in games. We’ll work on shooting mechanics, ball handling, footwork, finishing, and decision making, but I’ll also push you to think the game at a higher level. I tailor everything to your current skill set and goals, whether you’re just starting out or trying to refine your game. My goal is for you to leave each session more confident, more skilled, and with a better understanding of how to play.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical training session is structured, intentional, and builds on the goals we set together over time. We start with a dynamic warm-up to activate your body and sharpen your focus. From there, we move into targeted skill work, emphasizing shooting, ball handling, footwork, and decision making with purposeful, high-quality reps. We finish by creating game-like situations so you can apply what you’ve worked on in realistic, competitive contexts that translate directly to actual play.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I played NCAA Division III men’s basketball at Bard College as a combo guard from 2013 to 2015 and was named both as Bard Athletics Rookie of the Year and to the Liberty League All-Rookie team in 2014. I have coached youth basketball camps since high school, refereed intramural basketball in college, and currently work as a part-time private basketball trainer in Orange County for elementary, middle, and high school players.
Best coach I ever had:
The best coach I ever had was my college coach at Bard. He pushed me to be disciplined, detail-oriented, and accountable, but he also genuinely cared about me as a person, not just a player. He taught me that great coaching is about balance: demanding excellence while still being supportive and building confidence. That’s the approach I try to bring to my own coaching.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Athletes and parents should know that I take coaching seriously and come prepared for every session. I’m organized, reliable, and easy to communicate with. I care about player development beyond just drills, and I try to create an environment where kids feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from them. I’ll challenge athletes to work hard, but I’ll also keep things positive, encouraging, and enjoyable so they stay motivated and excited about basketball.
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