Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Derian
Train with me for a personalized coaching experience across all skill levels, including beginners. Drawing from my own journey as a player, I aim to offer growth to my clients. With the basketball opportunities I have had, I strive to help each player improve and learn as a player, but also grow and perfect current strengths they may have.
Lansdale, PA
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1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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Get to know Coach Derian
About Me:
Played 4 years of college basketball at University of Valley Forge and Cairn University
- Scored 1500+ points throughout career.
- Named D3 All-Region Selection in 2024
- Finished 5th in America for field goal makes for Division 3 in 2024
- Earned First Team All-Conference Selection in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
- Earned Third Team All-Conference Selection in 2022
- Contributed to Regular Season Championship in 2023
- Served as Team Captain in 2022 and 2024
- Received Team Most Valuable Player in 2022, 2023, and 2024
- City of Basketball Love Area Honorable Mention in 2023
- Named the Senior Scholar Athlete for United East Men's Basketball
How I can help you improve your game:
I can assist in improving one's game by identifying strengths and addressing weaknesses. Through targeted drills and personalized coaching, we'll work on refining fundamentals essential for overall game improvement.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
For intermediate and advanced players, sessions will focus on refining skills crucial for in-game performance, with drills tailored to their positions and executed at game speed. Emphasis will be on game-like shots and developing new skills to expand their repertoire. Fundamentals remain a cornerstone for maintaining sharpness.
For beginners, fundamental drills take center stage, laying the groundwork essential for progressing to more advanced techniques. These sessions prioritize teaching and demonstrating basketball basics before advancing to higher-level drills.
Career summary and accomplishments:
Ran 1v1 training sessions during college basketball offseasons - Part-time employee and camp counselor for five years in player skill development - Coached AAU basketball for 3 years - Worked as a coach/player development employee at a local sports facility for 3+ years.
Best coach I ever had:
The best coach I ever had was the collective coaching staff at Cairn University during my collegiate basketball career. Their dedication to fostering strong player-coach relationships and individual player development set them apart. They consistently prioritized each player's success and tailored their coaching to maximize our potential. Their commitment to both our strengths and areas for improvement demonstrated through personalized 1-on-1 workouts was instrumental in our team's achievements on and off the court.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Athletes and parents should know that my primary goal is to facilitate growth for every player, regardless of their current level. With coaching experience spanning beginners to advanced players, I'm equipped to guide individuals through the necessary steps for improvement. Drawing from 15+ years of playing experience, including as a 4-year college starter, I offer insights into advancing one's game effectively. I tailor training to address specific needs, focusing on skill sets crucial for game success in any situation.
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