Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Ricky
I genuinely do not train for the money. I want to help develop young boys and girls through the game of basketball to help them become better individuals. I want them to be great on and off the court to help develop them as human beings. I would say I am a motivator and use basketball to help people grow into a better person. I played at a high level in HS in Chicago, IL averaged 20 PPG and being conference player of the year. I won the Prep Plus athlete of the week for scoring 47 points in a playoff game hitting 11-13 Three point field goals. I have a high IQ for the game and have been officiating the last 12 years because I love the game so much. I have done 4 state semi finals in the past 2 years. I have been martied for almost 20 years and have 2 boys. I look forward to helping develop your child into a great basketball player and even a better person.
Goodyear, AZ
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About Me:
Averaged 20PPG my senior year we won the conference and was player of the year for our conference. In our 1st playoff game I scored 47 points and was named the prep plus athlete of the week.
How I can help you improve your game:
I can help develop kids by seeing the court, working on ball handling, shooting technique, footwork and understanding the game is not a one person show. I played Point Guard in HS so having a high IQ is something that sometimes cant be taught. I believe my trainings will help develop a high IQ and unselfishness to be able to lead a team or be a part of a team.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
It will start by evaluating the talent the student already has. I will adjust to the level of the student and make a plan for the level they are at and where they would like to go. We will work on the fundamentals of basketball and not moves that highlight the kid but will help a team be successful.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I coached at my sons school 2 different times 5-6 grade boys head coach winning multiple tournaments. I also helped my soms 8th grade team as an assistant.
Best coach I ever had:
I would have to say my Coach Diego from 5-8th grade. The hard work he instilled us with and the determination to win but with a great attitude. To be humble and not showboat on the court helped me along my HS journey.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
First and foremost I am a believer in Jesus Christ and have been following him since 1998. Having a relationship with Chrsit has helped me through my marriage, to help raise our boys and most all given me a heart to genuinely help people. I have worked in ministry for 17 years and I just want to help people reach their full potential in this life.
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