Book Lessons with Coach Kenny

My name is Kenny, and I have spent more than 20 years helping athletes develop both on and off the field and court. I am a former collegiate athlete, U.S. Air Force veteran, and graduate of the Sports Management Worldwide Coaching at the Next Level program.

Throughout my coaching career, I have worked with youth, middle school, high school, select, and collegiate athletes in football and basketball. My experience includes position-specific training, skill development, leadership development, and mentoring athletes to help them reach their full potential.

I believe sports are one of the greatest tools for teaching confidence, discipline, accountability, teamwork, and leadership. My coaching philosophy is simple: develop the athlete first, and the player will follow. Every training session is designed to help athletes improve their skills, increase their confidence, and build habits that will serve them in competition and in life.

Whether an athlete is just getting started or looking to take their game to the next level, my goal is to provide a positive, challenging, and encouraging environment that promotes growth, development, and long-term success.

I help athletes develop the skills, confidence, discipline, and basketball or football IQ needed to perform at a higher level. My training focuses on building strong fundamentals, improving decision-making, and developing the habits that translate to success in competition.

Depending on the athlete's needs, training may include:

• Skill development and fundamentals

• Position-specific instruction

• Footwork, agility, and movement training

• Game awareness and sports IQ

• Confidence and mental performance development

• Leadership, discipline, and accountability

• Practice habits and preparation routines

• Individual development plans

My goal is not just to help athletes become better players, but to help them become more complete athletes who are prepared to compete, lead, and succeed both on and off the court or field.

### Typical Training Session

Every training session is designed around athlete development, skill improvement, and building confidence. While each session is customized to the athlete's age, sport, and goals, a typical session includes:

**Dynamic Warm-Up & Movement Preparation (10–15 minutes)**

* Mobility and flexibility exercises

* Footwork and movement mechanics

* Athletic activation drills

**Fundamental Skill Development (20–30 minutes)**

* Sport-specific skill work

* Position-specific techniques

* Repetition and skill refinement

* Correcting mechanics and building consistency

**Game Application & Decision Making (15–20 minutes)**

* Game-speed drills

* Situational training

* Reading and reacting

* Developing sports IQ

**Competition & Challenge Drills (10–15 minutes)**

* Competitive skill challenges

* Confidence-building exercises

* Performance under pressure

**Review & Development Plan (5 minutes)**

* Key takeaways

* Areas of improvement

* At-home training recommendations

My training philosophy is simple: Train with purpose. Develop confidence. Build discipline. Improve one step at a time. The goal is to help athletes become more skilled, more confident, and better prepared to compete at the next level.

Athlete Development Coach with more than 20 years of experience coaching and mentoring athletes in football and basketball. Former collegiate athlete, U.S. Air Force veteran, and Sports Management Worldwide Coaching at the Next Level graduate with experience ranging from youth and middle school athletics to select and collegiate programs.

Specialized in skill development, position-specific instruction, leadership development, sports psychology, and building athlete confidence. Proven ability to develop quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, defensive backs, and basketball players through structured training, individualized development plans, and mentorship.

Passionate about helping athletes maximize their potential by developing strong fundamentals, competitive mindset, discipline, accountability, and leadership skills that translate beyond sports. Committed to creating a positive, challenging environment where athletes can grow as players, students, and young leaders.

Coach Cole, he helped me understand the how putting more effort in the training/practice would produce better results during the game.

I believe every athlete deserves a coach who genuinely cares about their development both on and off the court or field. My goal is not only to help athletes improve their skills, but also to help them build confidence, discipline, leadership, accountability, and a strong work ethic.

With over 20 years of coaching experience, I understand that every athlete develops at a different pace. I focus on meeting athletes where they are, challenging them to improve, and creating a positive environment where they can grow and succeed.

As a former collegiate athlete, U.S. Air Force veteran, and athlete development coach, I value preparation, consistency, respect, and effort. I believe success is earned through daily habits, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

Parents can expect honest communication, professionalism, and a commitment to helping their athlete reach their full potential. Athletes can expect encouragement, accountability, and training sessions that are designed to help them improve, compete with confidence, and develop skills that will benefit them long after their playing days are over.

My mission is simple: help athletes train with purpose, develop character, compete with confidence, and lead in every area of life.