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President of the Naismith International Basketball Foundation (NIBF)

I am a passionate advocate for youth empowerment, basketball, education, and legacy preservation. As the President of the NIBF, you carry forward the mission of Dr. James Naismith, the inventor of basketball, through his grandson Ian Naismith’s original foundation. You are committed to honoring the sport’s true roots — sportsmanship, integrity, and personal growth — through real, on-the-ground community impact.

Survivor. Leader. Legacy Keeper.

My personal journey began in Puerto Rico and was forged in the streets and boroughs of Boston. There, I learned how to survive — not just in life, but in the game. Growing up in a city built on grit and greatness, you drew inspiration from watching the Celtics, Red Sox, Bruins, and yes — even the Patriots back then. That winning spirit lit a fire inside me: to never quit, to always play with dignity, honor, and respect — and to make good sportsmanship a non-negotiable standard in the game.

Basketball didn’t just save my life — it gave me my life’s purpose. Today, that purpose is clear: to reach the next generation of underprivileged and at-risk youth through mentorship, education, and the timeless values of the game itself.

I specialize in one thing — free throws. That’s it. While I understand every part of the game, my mission is to help you master the most consistent, controllable, and overlooked skill in basketball. Whether you're at the line in the first quarter or down by one with no time left, I’ll help you build the mindset, mechanics, and muscle memory to make that shot automatic. No flash. No gimmicks. Just results — one free throw at a time.

Focus: Free Throws Only — No Distractions. No Excuses. No Missed Opportunities.

When you train with me, we’re not working on your crossover. We’re not running plays. We’re going to the line — over and over — because free throws win games,

Beside the Creator, there was Coach Ruben Garcia — a man who literally gave me the shirt off his back just so I could play with the team. It was 1981, the very first time I ever played organized sports. Not basketball — baseball. And in that first season, we won the championship. I only hit one home run that year — and it was against my best friend. That ball? It’s still flying.

What I didn’t even realize at the time was:

1 – Coach gave me my favorite number: 13.

2 – I was instantly destined to be a coach.

I am the President of the Naismith International Basketball Foundation, and everything I teach is rooted in honor, dignity, and sportsmanship — not just because it sounds good, but because it’s how I survived. I grew up in the streets of Boston, learning the game from the ground up, shaped by hard lessons and fueled by the fire of champions like the Celtics and Red Sox.

My specialty? Free throws. Not just shooting them — living them. Because life will put you on the line when no one's watching, and how you handle that pressure says everything.

Whether you're a young athlete trying to find your rhythm or a parent looking for someone who will treat your child with respect and accountability — know this: with me, it’s not about flash. It’s about fundamentals, focus, and faith in the process.

This isn’t just training.

It’s character-building through basketball.