Private Basketball Lessons with Coach King in Beacon, NY

Athletic Background

Summary of Career and Accomplishments

I've had the privilege of playing every position on the court throughout my unforgettable career. In grammar school, I was a point guard, leading our team to a championship. In high school, I played power forward and center. In college, I was a small forward, and in semi-pro, I played both point guard and shooting guard. I was versatile, quick, had a mean first step, could jump through the roof, and had a very high basketball IQ. These attributes have proven invaluable in my role as a basketball coach and trainer. Achievements: St. Anthony's Middle School League Champions CHSAA First Team - Archbishop Stepinac CHSAA Scoring Leader - Archbishop Stepinac CHSAA Rebounding Leader - Archbishop Stepinac ECAC Player of the Week - SUNY Plattsburgh Plattsburgh State Cardinal Classic All-Tournament Team Copenhagen MVP 4 years straight Basketball City Champions - Repeat Spring and Fall Seasons

Who is the best coach you ever had and why?

Coach Carney and Coach Krause were the best coaches I ever had. They really took me under their wing when I was in the 7th and 8th grade at St Anthony's in Yonkers. We even won the title in the 8th grade together! Best Coaches Ever!

What should athletes and parents know about you?

Basketball is more than just a passion, hobby, or job. It's a way of life that teaches countless life lessons through the sport. My priority is helping athletes reach the next level, whatever that might be for them. For me, it's all about them and the sport we love.

Coaching Background

Summary of Coaching Background

Certified Personal Trainer since 2003 Certified Functional Trainer - since 2011 Certified Sports Nutrition Specialist since 2012 mid 90's - Assistant Coach, SUNY Purchase 2005 - Assistant Coach, Poughkeepsie All-Stars AAU 2006 - Assistant Coach, Fishkill Woves 2007 - Assisstant Coach Wallkill High School AAU 2008 - Head Coach, Wallkill High School AAU 2009-Present - Founder & Head Coach - Kings Basketball Teams & Sports Performance Training, LLC - kingsbasketballtraining.com 2015 - Head Coach, JV Boys, Kennedy Catholic High School 2018 - Head Coach , JV Boys, Putnam Valley Head Coach 2024 - Present - Associate Head Coach, Varsity Boys, Putnam Valley High School 28 AAU Championships - winning championships in 3 different states (MD, NY, NJ) in one year. Helped 17 players play DII and DIII basketball to date (4 currently playing)

How can you help someone improve their game?

First, we start with a conversation, asking our athlete what they feel they need to improve, why they believe it's important, and most importantly, why they want to improve at all. Helping our athletes find their "why" is the key to ensuring they commit to and stick with their training.

What does a typical training session look like?

A typical session with me starts with a check-in to see how our athlete's day has been. If they're dealing with anything pressing, we address it right away. I ask about their sleep the night before and their nutrition for the day. This helps me gauge their mental and physical state. As a former college and semi-pro player with 17 years of coaching experience, I understand that some days you feel like you can run 10 miles and lift the entire gym, while other days, even jumping over a piece of paper feels impossible. I get it. That's why it's crucial for me to meet our athletes where they are and provide the right motivation to help them get through the session.

Private Basketball Training with Coach King in Beacon, NY

Coach King

Private Basketball Training with Coach King in Beacon, NY

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