Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Keenan
As a former player and now coach, I can provide a unique training experience that can help prepare you for higher levels of basketball. I will create a fun, respectful, and hard-working environment that builds you in many different ways. I focus on training not only the physical but also the mental side of basketball. If you're ready to have fun while growing as a leader, person, and player, then you've found the right trainer. All ages and skill levels are welcome!
Raleigh, NC
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Get to know Coach Keenan
About Me:
During my highschool career (2017-2021), I was a 4 year varsity starter. During this time I was recognized as a NCHSAA Scholar, all-conference player, and Tar River Prep Player of the Year during my final year. I went on to become the first basketball player in Oxford Prep history to commit and play at a four year institution. At Warren Wilson (NCAA D3), I played two years and was a team captain during my final season. My playing career was cut short due to injuries and health issues, but I went on to graduate early from Warren Wilson at age nineteen with a bachelor's degree in Psychology.
How I can help you improve your game:
I am VERY detail-oriented. I know what it takes to play at a high level, and I try my best to pour my knowledge into the players I work with. I come in with a specialized training plan for each session, and I put a focus on working on mindset and mental toughness throughout my training sessions. I am particularly good at helping players' improve their ball-handling and shooting. I will push your player both mentally and physically to help them reach their potential.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical training session looks very organized, with a special focus for that specific day. For example, one day, we might focus on catch-and-shoot threes; the next day, we may focus on floaters and off-the-dribble shooting. Each day would have a certain amount of shots we want to make based on the focus for the day. Throughout all of this, I am focused on building good habits (good footwork, hand placement, etc.) while still getting a lot of reps. At the end of a training session, I take about five minutes to talk to the player about how they feel and what they think they can continue to improve on. I want each player to feel like they're taking ownership of their development journey.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I just finished my first year of coaching at Seaforth High School. As head coach of the JV Men's team, I helped lead our team to a 17-6 record and also 2nd place at the Bank OZK JV Holiday Classic Tournament.
Best coach I ever had:
Coach Leo Brunelli. He was the best coach because of his balance between being a tough, knowledgable coach, while still connecting with you on a personal level. He's the type of coach that you would run through a wall for.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I graduated Cum Laude from Warren Wilson at age nineteen, and I am currently getting my Master's degree in Sport Management from West Virginia University.
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