Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Steven
As a former professional player, current referee and coach I’ve been involved and dedicated to the game of Basketball my entire life. Additionally through years of experience as a player, referee and coach it is my fundamental belief that developing a foundation that’s rooted in the basis skills of (Shooting, dribbling and passing) is paramount to success.Therefore I consider myself a teacher and pride myself on skill development and basic team fundamental concept that facilitate overall growth and development as a player.
Oak Lawn, IL
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Get to know Coach Steven
About Me:
1. Four year High-school player and starter.
2. Former four year Division 1 starter and All-Conference selection.
3. Former European Professional . (5 Years)
4. Former College, Professional and current 17U AAU coach.
5. Former professional, college and current official.
How I can help you improve your game:
I help athletes improve their game by providing an accurate assessment based of experience, physical ability and overall skill level. Additionally I help identify strengths and weaknesses and how to improve them overall by implementing specific drills that facilitate improvement.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
My typical training sessions usually consist of heavy basic fundamentals drills that are designed to improve skill level over consistent repetitions. Also I believe in fundamentally explaining each and every drill in detail and how the application of the drills will essentially enhance individual skills.
Career summary and accomplishments:
25 years of coaching experience involving Grammar school, High school, College and Professional.
Best coach I ever had:
I’ve had the privilege and honor of being coached by some outstanding professional but my college coach was my best teacher as I learned basketball on a professional level and the sacrifices and commitments that are involved in playing and performing at a high level.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Parents and athletes should know that my experience and overall passion for coaching and teaching the game of Basketball is exemplified in my willingness to communicate and exercise patience throughout the learning process. Also I’m committed to excellence and ensuring that any and all players not only improve their craft as Basketball players but develop to become responsible and accountable members in their community and in society overall.
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