Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Malik
Dedicated to helping others get better.
Dedicated to helping others get better.
My name is Malik and I am a former professional basketball player and now I am a skills trainer and have been doing it for 4 years and I guarantee you will see a difference in your child’s game after a our sessions and I will push any players that want to get better.
Trains in Tampa, Wesley Chapel
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
6 Lessons
Works with all age groups
Basketball
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Get to know Coach Malik
About Me:
4 year high school player
Two year professionally
Trained 8-17 year olds for 3 years now.
How I can help you improve your game:
I can help them by working on their shooting mechanics and their dribbling techniques and tendencies.I also can help someone by instilling motivation and confidence in themselves to be the best the can be and mentally prepared.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
10 minute stretch
20 minute opening dribbling
15 minute two dribble pull up
5 minute attack the basketball
10 minute freestyle
Career summary and accomplishments:
player and skills trainer with a lifelong commitment to the game. My journey began in high school, where he played all four years, quickly earning recognition for my leadership, work ethic, and all-around skill set. As a standout player,I became known for my high basketball IQ, and shooting skills, and ability to elevate his teammates’ performance. My consistency and drive earned him multiple team awards and all-conference honors, establishing a strong foundation for my post–high school career.
After high school, i transitioned to the semi-professional level, where i played for two years. Competing against elite talent sharpened his game and deepened his understanding of professional-level systems, preparation, and competition. My performance overseas during my third year expanded my game even further, adapting to international play styles, strengthening my fundamentals, and learning how to lead within diverse team environments.
Following my playing career, i channeled his experience and knowledge into becoming a basketball skills trainer. Over the past three years, he has dedicated himself to developing athletes of all ages and skill levels, focusing on player development, fundamentals, game IQ, and mindset. My training philosophy emphasizes discipline, precision, and confidence ,the same values that guided him throughout his own career.
My mission is to help players unlock their full potential both on and off the court, combining my professional experience, deep understanding of the game, and passion for mentorship to create meaningful impact in every athlete i train.
Best coach I ever had:
Coach brazzle and because he let me play my game and did not keep me in a box and that gave me the confidence moving forward.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
That I am and Christian and I am very into my faith and working hard and knowing god has a purpose for you and gives you these certain talents and you should go for whatever he assigned you to be on this earth and if it’s basketball I am here to help you be the best player you can be.
Weekly Availability
Monday
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Tuesday
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Wednesday
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Thursday
6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Friday
6:00 pm - 1:00 am
Saturday
4:00 pm - 1:00 am
Sunday
5:00 pm - 12:30 am
This is only general availability - more times may be available when booking!
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