Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach Lakeitha

My name is LaKeitha Taylor and I am passionate about building athletes on and off the court. I bring years of competitive basketball experience and a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed. As a coach, I focus on developing not just skills but confidence, character, and leadership. I create structured practices that emphasize fundamentals, teamwork, and personal growth while fostering a positive and encouraging environment.

I take the time to understand each player’s strengths and areas for growth and provide guidance tailored to their needs. My goal is to help athletes reach their full potential both on the court and in life, teaching discipline, perseverance, and belief in themselves along the way.

I can help improve your game by focusing on your individual strengths and areas for growth. I break down the fundamentals such as shooting, ball handling, defense, and court awareness, and provide personalized drills to sharpen your skills. I also emphasize teamwork, communication, and mental preparation so you can perform at your best under pressure. Beyond skills, I work to build confidence, discipline, and a strong work ethic so you not only play better on the court but grow as a player and a person.

A typical training session with me begins with a proper warm-up to get the body ready and prevent injuries. I start with stretching, light conditioning, and mobility exercises to build endurance and flexibility. Next, I focus on skill development, which includes ball handling, shooting, passing, and defensive drills tailored to each player’s strengths and areas for improvement. I make sure to include both individual skill work and team-based exercises so players can apply what they learn in real-game situations.

After skills, I run scrimmages or controlled game scenarios to practice decision-making, teamwork, and strategy. I emphasize communication, effort, and situational awareness during these exercises. Every session ends with a cool-down and a brief discussion where players reflect on what they learned and set goals for the next practice. My sessions are structured, focused, and positive, and I aim to help every player improve both their skills and their confidence on and off the court.

The best coach I ever had was Coach Brooks. She taught me not only the fundamentals of basketball but also the importance of discipline, teamwork, and resilience. Her leadership style showed me how a coach can inspire confidence, motivate players, and help them grow both on and off the court. The lessons I learned from Coach Brooks continue to guide my own coaching approach, as I strive to build athletes who are skilled, confident, and strong in character.

I am a coach who is deeply passionate about helping athletes grow both on and off the court. I focus on developing skills, confidence, and character, and I believe in creating a positive and encouraging environment where every player feels supported. I take the time to understand each athlete’s strengths, challenges, and goals so I can provide guidance that is personalized and effective.

I value discipline, teamwork, and perseverance, and I strive to teach players how to apply these lessons not just in basketball, but in life. I am approachable, patient, and committed to building strong relationships with both athletes and parents. Communication is very important to me, and I make sure families feel informed and included in their athlete’s development. My goal is to help every player reach their full potential while enjoying the game and learning to believe in themselves.