Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Ryan
About me: My name is Ryan Fitzgerald and I am 21 years old. I have an associates degree from dutchess community college and currently training to become an airline pilot. Basketball journey: My basketball journey started from a very young age. The early part of my journey in this sport wasn’t easy. I was on B teams all of my younger years and I was cut from the modified team in 7th and 8th grade. That summer I flipped a switch and made it a goal to outwork everyone and I never got cut again after that. Still had some rough patches in high school but ultimately ended up starting on my schools varsity team with opportunity to play in college. Why train with me?: I Genuinely care about seeing kids develop and become better basketball players just like I did. I have a broad perspective on this game because I have experienced being cut, benched, 6th man, and a starter. So I definitely help no matter where your son or daughter is in their career. Coaching experience: I have 3 years of coaching experience so far with multiple championships in tournaments and leagues.. - I do online/virtual sessions - I am willing to travel (20 mile limit) - I also rent gyms and you can travel to me - Times vary - Availability Varys week to week Hope to get the opportunity to help develop your son or daughter!!! -Coach Ryan
New Windsor, NY
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About Me:
Player:
4 years of high school basketball
7 years of AAU basketball
4 years of CYO basketball
How I can help you improve your game:
By filling the gaps in weaker areas of the a players game. Helping to develop skilled players who understand the game and how to translate training into a real game.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical trading will be specific to what needs to be developed but a broad session would be.
-Ball handling
-Shooting mechanics
- Footwork
- Moves that will be effective in game
Career summary and accomplishments:
3 years of coaching experience - 2 tournament championships - Final four in NY State for CYO - county championship CYO
Best coach I ever had:
The best coach I ever had was my father. Not because he was my dad but because of his ability to hold everyone accountable including me. Everyone loved playing for him because of his tough love that he portrayed to his player's.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I understand what it’s like to have to earn something when it comes to basketball. I will put all of my effort into helping you become a better player.
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