Basketball coach · Norristown, PACoach Mairi
Private Basketball CoachCoach Mairi
Norristown, PA
Works with all age groups
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Get to know Mairi
Hi, I'm Mairi! I'm a four year Methacton Varsity player and three year starter where I have made the top 25 all-time scoring list and top 8 rebounding list. I have a ton of experience working down low and expanding my game to the perimeter. I love working with kids I'm open to all types of training and willing to accommodate different learning styles and needs. I want to see the athlete be able to compete at a high level by mastering the fundamentals and develop confidence in themselves and their abilities!
How I can help you improve
I have been a forward and a center all my life and can help an athlete learn post work and the footwork needed to beat a defender down low and finish at the rim. I also have a lot of experience with dribble drive and jump shots to round other my game and be a threat from everywhere on the court. Defense and rebounding are also key down low and we will work through drills and ideas to help the athlete become effective on both sides of the court. I will also make sure to give you simple, practical drills to take home and work on so you can improve whenever you choose to put the time in!
A typical training session
A typical session can be pretty flexible and I'll tailor it to the athlete and whatever they feel needs work, along with the fundamentals. I like to hear about how a typical game looks for them and where lots of their shots come from to reinforce strength there and expand it into others. I have a huge belief in consistent work and repetition with things like ball handling, shot form, and moves to the basket. I'll start simple then throw in more advanced concepts as progress is made. Again, I'm really open to accommodating whatever the athlete and their coaches would like for me to focus on and developing a basketball player, not just a role player!
Career & accomplishments
I have experience in 1-on-1 training settings, learning how to incorporate individual skills training into scenarios that will help the athlete succeed in the real games.
Best coach I ever had
My trainer, Harrison Deyo has had the biggest impact in my basketball career both physically and mentally. Working with him has taught me how to push through my mental blocks and overcome anxiety related to playing. He has also given me the tools to develop on my own and pushed me to become not only a threat in the paint, but also to expand my perimeter game as well. I hope to be able to replicate his patience and passion for the game as I move into coaching!
What athletes & parents should know
Athletes and parents should know that while I'm open to all types of training and willing to accommodate different learning styles and needs. I will also stress the importance of being a student athlete(emphasis on the student part) and encourage a player to devote equitable time and energy to both. I want to see the athlete be able to compete at a high level by mastering the fundamentals and develop confidence in themselves and their abilities!
Reviews
5.0
(5)
Aug 4, 2024
Dawn
I'm really grateful to Coach Mairi for teaching my 12-year-old daughter some of the fundamentals of the game. She's played club lacrosse for two years but wanted to try out a new sport. Coach Mairi introduced her to the sport and gave her the confidence to continue practicing and getting better. I really appreciate her coaching and her encouragement of my daughter!
Sep 11, 2023
Diane
Mairi was a fantastic coach. My daughter felt like she was one of the best coaches she has had. Mairi worked on shooting, proper form, defense, posting up. Highly recommend her.
Aug 8, 2023
Kate
Mairi has been so great with my 7 year old boy and 9 year old girl! She’s patient and fun and they’re both shooting and handling the ball noticeably better after only two lessons! Highly recommend!!
May 23, 2023
Joe
My son, Leo, is 11 years old and has a session with Coach Mairi once a week. He loves working with her. She's very patient and has a very positive attitude and Leo really responds well to her style of coaching. We're in the Methacton School District and I think the fact that she was a really good player on the high school team gives Leo the confidence that he can get there too if he keeps working. I've never seen him more dedicated to getting better and I think a lot of that attitude comes from Coach Mairi. She's fantastic!
May 3, 2023
Aimee
Mairi was great with Mary! Mary looks forward to working more with her.
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