Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Kelly
An All-American knows what it takes, let's put in the work to get you there too!
An All-American knows what it takes, let's put in the work to get you there too!
I'm Kelly, a former collegiate basketball player- 3x All-American. 3x Player of the Year, 2x Liberty League Champion, and All-Time Leading Scorer. I know what it takes to compete at a high level, and now I am looking to help players develop the skills, mindset, and work ethic to do the same. Whether you're looking to refine your game, boost your confidence, or take that next step, I provide elite, personalized training to help get you there.
Asheville, NC
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Get to know Coach Kelly
About Me:
During my time at Skidmore College, we were three-time regular season champions, won two league championships and went to the Division 3 NCAA Tournament twice.
On top of team success, I received a number of individual accolades throughout my college basketball career as well. My freshman year I earned league Rookie of the Year, followed by Played of the Year the next three years. I was honored as a WBCA All-American my sophomore, junior and senior seasons. I earned Performer of the Week on many occasions all-league First Team for three seasons. I averaged a double-double which by senior year earned me the title of All Time Leading Scorer.
How I can help you improve your game:
I am skilled in a lot of parts of the game. I was a guard/small forward so I can help with shooting as well as post moves! I have a variety of drills that I have acquired over the years from both playing and coaching that can be very helpful to any athlete looking to improve their game, whether it be shooting, dribbling, getting to the basket, finishing through contact, etc.
I am a big believer that you have to apply your new skills and play live to get better, so I would love to play one on one with the athletes!
What a typical training session looks like with me:
I think it depends on what the athlete wants to focus on! Regardless, starting a session with a debrief is always beneficial. Of course, a dynamic warmup is essential, then move into dribbling warmup drills to get the blood really flowing. After that, we will dive into what ever it is the athlete wants to get better at.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I have spent a lot of years coaching basketball and softball camps. I also spent a year as an assistant coach at Skidmore College the year after I graduated. Although it was an interesting transition from playing college basketball to coaching it, I learned a lot!
Best coach I ever had:
Although I am grateful for all the coaches throughout my athletic career, my college basketball coach was the best coach I have had. Coach Bennett is extremely knowledgable pushed his players in a way that I didn't know you could, on and off the court. His intentions were pure and focused in us becoming the best versions of ourselves, beyond basketball. Although basketball success was important to him, it was who we were as people that mattered more, and for that, I greatly appreciate and respect him. I learned so much from him on and off the court and college basketball is the reason I am who I am today.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I want athletes and parents to know that I am here because I have a deep passion for athletics. Being involved in sports has been the biggest part of my life since I can remember. With my playing days behind me, I want to be a positive influence to younger generations and help athletes become the best player they can be with hopes to instill a love of the game and competition like I have. I want to emphasize the importance of work ethic, character and pushing yourself, even beyond athletics and to get better everyday!
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