Basketball coach · Ardmore, PACoach Ryan
Private Basketball CoachCoach Ryan
Trains in Havertown, Wyndmoor, Ocean City
Works with all age groups
Get to know Ryan
Passionate coach that will push you to elevate your game to the next level.
I am a high school head coach, that previously spent 5 years at the college level. I played Division I basketball and professionally in Ireland. I know what it takes to play at every level. I look forward to sharing my knowledge, expertise and passion for the game.
How I can help you improve
I will breakdown the techniques and form to make sure your shot is the most effective and efficient shot.
I will teach details of the game that will make you faster and more lethal with the ball in your hands.
I will make it fun and you will get better, every session.
I will push you to do things you may not have thought was possible!
A typical training session
I focus on all fundamentals, often with an emphasis on ball handling and shooting.
As I get to know my athletes I tailor their program according to the skills they must refine to take their game to the next level. I carefully develop a plan for each workout, in order to use the time on the court most effectively. I plan sessions to develop skills, while also enhancing strength and stamina, so that the athlete can compete at a high level and fight through fatigue, both mental or physical.
I provide real-time video analysis to assist athletes in understanding the proper shooting form, and allowing them to see their own form in order to correct and perfect their shooting technique.
Career & accomplishments
I am the Head Coach at La Salle College High School.
Previously, I coached at Swarthmore College. Each of my 5 years we had the best record in school history. In 2020, Swarthmore was ranked #1 in the country for the entire season. At Swarthmore, I coached 3 All-American, a National Rookie of the Year and a ton of amazing student-athletes.
I have coached players in the US, Ireland, Sweden, South Africa and more, at a variety of ages and levels. I have coached at and been a guest speaker at countless camps and clinics throughout the country.
Best coach I ever had
Coach Bob McKillop. He taught me so much about the details of the game, while also teaching life lessons that extend to my daily life. I am so grateful for the time I had at Davidson, and the relationships that I built as part of the Davidson Basketball family. I enjoy sharing all that Coach taught with the kids I work with everyday.
What athletes & parents should know
I am here to help. I want to inspire players. I can only do so much in the hour or so a week with an athlete, but I want to push each athlete to set goals and work hard to achieve them. I am worried about kids development on the court, as a person, teammate and leader.
I do this because I love it.
Training locations
25% off your 1st lesson
$85
$64
Then $340/mo for 4 lessons, starting 48 hours after your 1st lesson. Cancel anytime.
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