Basketball coach · Marietta, GACoach Christopher
Private Basketball CoachCoach Christopher
Trains in Marietta
Works with all age groups
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun
Get to know Christopher
I'm here to help develop your basketball skills, IQ, and confidence!
Hello, I am a passionate and experienced basketball coach that is looking to help you build confidence through proper skill development and tactical training. I am a former Division I college basketball standout and professional basketball player (4 years/Iceland, Finland, Mexico, & IBL) I have coached 15 years on the college level (NCAA DII and NAIA DI) and was a college head coach for 8 years. Additionally, I have hosted skills clinics and camps for 23 years.
How I can help you improve
I teach you the basic fundamentals and help you understand when an why to execute basketball moves. I'm well versed but really love teaching shooting technique, footwork, finishing moves, and ballhandling
A typical training session
I am a basketball tactician. You will be taught proper fundamentals and you will be given the knowledge as to why you are doing the drills that we are working on. Most of my drills are game specific. I will challenge you to get better daily through intense skill work and positive motivation. The game of basketball is 85 %mental and I challenged you to grow mentally, physically, and socially.
Career & accomplishments
I was ranked in the top 50 in high school by Streets and Smith, The Sporting News, and was runner up Mr. Basketball in GA in 1993. I played at Tulane University. I'm currently 7th all-times in steals, was given Most Inspirational Award for my work ethic and contribution for 4 years, and was 2-Time All-Conference USA Defensive Team.
I played in Finland for 2 years (Player of the Year in 1999), Played in Mexico for 2 Years (Most Outstanding Players in 2001), Drafted by the San Diego Stingrays of the International Basketball League (IBL) in 2000. I coaches at Albany State University and Xavier University (13 years/8 as Head Coach) where I developed 12 All-League Players, 2 All-Americans, and had 5 of my former players to play professional basketball. Notable high school players I currently work with are EJ Montgomery (#1 player in GA c/o 18), ranked top 20 in the country, and a McDonald's All-American Game selection, Austin Johnson (Tennessee State University Signee), and Brandon Younger (University of Charlotte signee.
Best coach I ever had
All my coaches added value to me as a student athlete. I learned a little from each one.
What athletes & parents should know
I am going to help you develop your skills but more importantly, I will build your confidence and help you understand the mental aspects of basketball.
Training locations
25% off your 1st lesson
$50
$38
Then $160/mo for 4 lessons, starting 48 hours after your 1st lesson. Cancel anytime.
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