Book Lessons with Coach Brandon

Hi, I'm Brandon! Basketball has shaped my life, and I'm passionate about helping athletes develop the skills, confidence, and mindset they need to succeed both on and off the court.

I graduated from Governor Mifflin High School as the all-time leading scorer with more than 1,500 career points before continuing my playing career at Franklin & Marshall College. There, I earned NCAA All-Conference honors, served as a team captain, and later had the opportunity to return to my alma mater as an assistant coach. These experiences taught me that while talent matters, success is built on fundamentals, basketball IQ, confidence, and a relentless work ethic.

My coaching philosophy is centered around individualized development. Every player is different, so every workout is tailored to their goals, age, and skill level. Whether your athlete is just starting out, preparing for school tryouts, looking to earn more playing time, or striving to compete at the next level, I'll create a challenging, positive, and engaging environment that helps them improve.

Training sessions focus on the complete player- shooting, ball handling, footwork, finishing, defense, decision-making, and game situations- so athletes can translate what they practice directly into game performance. Just as importantly, I work to build confidence, leadership, and a love for the game that lasts well beyond the final whistle.

As both a coach and a father, I understand the importance of creating an environment where athletes are encouraged, challenged, and held accountable while enjoying the process. My goal is for every player to leave each session more skilled, more confident, and excited to keep improving.

I look forward to helping you reach your full potential and achieve your basketball goals!

Every athlete is unique, so I tailor each workout to the player's age, skill level, and goals. Whether you're just learning the fundamentals or preparing to compete at the varsity or college level, my training is designed to help you improve in areas that translate directly to game performance.

I help players improve:

Shooting mechanics and consistency

Ball handling under pressure

Footwork and finishing at the rim

Basketball IQ, decision-making, and court awareness

Defensive technique and effort

Passing, spacing, and playing within a team offense

Confidence in game situations

Speed, agility, and overall athletic movement

Leadership, communication, and mental toughness

My goal isn't just to help athletes look good in workouts- it's to help them become more effective and confident when the game is on the line. Every session is competitive, positive, and focused on building habits that lead to long-term success.

We typically begin with dynamic movement and ball-handling to get warmed up and build coordination. From there, we focus on the fundamentals- shooting mechanics, footwork, finishing, passing, and defensive technique- before progressing into game-speed drills that challenge decision-making and basketball IQ.

As players improve, I incorporate competitive drills and game-like scenarios that simulate real situations they'll face on the court. Throughout the session, I provide constant feedback, encouragement, and instruction so athletes understand not only what to do, but why they're doing it.

* All-time leading scorer in Governor Mifflin High School basketball history (1,500+ career points)

* NCAA All-Conference basketball player at Franklin & Marshall College

* Team Captain at Franklin & Marshall College (1,500+ career points)

* Former Assistant Men's Basketball Coach at Franklin & Marshall College

* Experienced coaching youth athletes of varying ages and skill levels

* Focused on developing confidence, basketball IQ, strong fundamentals, and game-ready skills

* Passionate about helping athletes reach their full potential on and off the court

My dad. He also coached basketball for many years so I was lucky enough to be able to hang around his teams growing up. I learned a lot by watching from the sidelines and shooting around at practices. He also put in some many hours rebounding for me and coaching my teams.

I believe every athlete has the potential to improve with the right coaching, consistent effort, and a positive mindset. My goal is to create an environment where players feel challenged, encouraged, and confident every time they step on the court.

As a former NCAA All-Conference player, team captain, college coach, and father, I understand that every athlete develops at their own pace. I focus on building confidence just as much as skill because confident players perform better and enjoy the game more.

Parents can expect clear communication, professionalism, and individualized instruction tailored to their athlete's goals. Whether your child is just beginning, trying to make a school team, earn more playing time, or prepare for the next level, I'm committed to helping them improve while teaching the values of hard work, accountability, and sportsmanship.

My goal is simple: every player should leave each session a better basketball player than when they arrived- and excited to come back for the next one.