Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Emma
Private basketball training from a former college player and AAU coach.
Private basketball training from a former college player and AAU coach.
I am a dedicated basketball trainer and coach with extensive playing and coaching experience at competitive levels. I was a four-year starter in high school and continued my career by playing two years of college basketball, where I developed a strong understanding of the game, work ethic, and discipline required to succeed.After my playing career, I transitioned into coaching and skill development. I have coached at a player development academy, focusing on fundamentals, skill progression, and confidence building. I currently coach AAU travel teams, working with athletes of different ages and skill levels to help them improve their performance and basketball IQ.My private training sessions are tailored to each athlete’s goals and needs, with an emphasis on fundamentals such as ball handling, shooting mechanics, footwork, defense, and game awareness. I believe in creating a positive, focused training environment that challenges players while building confidence and love for the game. My goal is to help athletes improve consistently and prepare them for success at the next level.
South Gate, CA
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Get to know Coach Emma
About Me:
Basketball has been my passion for as long as I can remember. From lacing up as a player to stepping up as a coach. A new role, but same passion. Coaching allows me to share that love with others. I focus on helping players build their skills, confidence, and love for the game one hard working, fun session at a time.
How I can help you improve your game:
I can help by teaching the basic fundamentals and key skill sets, breaking down the little things, and making sure you understand the reason behind doing each drill or move. Overall, I can guide you to become a better basketball player.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
Every session is tailored to each player, focusing on their goals, strengths, and growth.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I’ve been passionate about basketball since I was 5, starting at my local recreation center and advancing to competitive AAU play. As a four-year high school starter, I earned Rookie of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and All-Conference honors, and I continued my basketball journey playing two years at the college level.
Best coach I ever had:
The best coach I ever had was my AAU coach. She taught me invaluable lessons both on and off the court, helping me grow not just as a player but as a person. Through her guidance, I made lifelong friends. I’m grateful that I’m still able to support her as a coach today.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I’m dedicated to helping each athlete reach their full potential. I stay committed to their development and maintain open communication with both players and parents to ensure progress and success.
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