Basketball coach · Apopka, FLCoach Sherwood
Private Basketball CoachCoach Sherwood
Trains in Orlando & virtually
Works with all age groups
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat
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Get to know Sherwood
12+ Year Pro | Building Confident, Skilled Athletes Through Consistency
From college walk-on to All-American and 12+ year international basketball professional, I've experienced firsthand what it takes to develop, compete, and succeed at the highest levels. Throughout my career, I've learned that great player development goes beyond drills. It's about building confidence, understanding the game, developing strong fundamentals, and discovering what makes each athlete unique. Having trained more than 200 youth athletes, I understand that no two players develop the same way. My coaching approach combines personalized basketball skill development, athletic performance training, and game-realistic situations designed to help athletes translate their work into results. My philosophy is built around The Consistency Code: purposeful preparation, disciplined habits, and consistent improvement. Whether you're just beginning your basketball journey or preparing for the next level, my goal is to help you maximize your potential while developing the confidence to be yourself on the court.
How I can help you improve
I help athletes improve their basketball skills and overall athletic performance through individualized, game-specific training.
My areas of focus include ball handling, shooting mechanics, footwork, finishing, creating separation, decision-making, and offensive skill development.
I also incorporate strength, speed, agility, coordination, and explosiveness training when appropriate for the athlete's age, experience, and goals.
Beyond physical development, I teach athletes how to understand the game, build confidence, develop discipline, and translate their training into actual game situations.
Whether you're learning the fundamentals or preparing for competitive basketball, every session is designed to address your weaknesses, build on your strengths, and help you become a more complete player.
A typical training session
Every training session is structured around the athlete's individual needs, experience, and goals.
We typically begin with a dynamic warm-up focused on mobility, coordination, and movement preparation.
From there, we progress into skill development, including ball handling, footwork, shooting, finishing, or position-specific movements.
As the session progresses, I introduce game-realistic drills that challenge athletes to make decisions, execute skills at different speeds, and perform under pressure.
Depending on the athlete's goals, sessions may also incorporate speed, agility, strength, or explosive movement training.
I finish each session with feedback, identifying areas of improvement and providing guidance on what the athlete should continue working on between sessions.
My goal is for every athlete to leave understanding not just what they practiced, but why it matters.
Career & accomplishments
- 12+ years of professional basketball experience
- Competed professionally across 12 countries
- Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) Hall of Fame
- Atlantic Sun Conference Player of the Year
- College Basketball All-American
- NCAA Division I basketball experience
- NBA Development League/G League experience
- Four professional cup victories and two championships
- Helped lead a professional club to its first finals appearance in 20 years
- Coached and developed more than 200 youth athletes, ages 7–18
- Experience in basketball skill development, strength and conditioning, speed, agility, and athletic performance training
My career has given me firsthand experience with the technical, physical, and mental demands of basketball at the collegiate and professional levels.
Best coach I ever had
The best coach I've ever played for was Coach Andy Enfield at Florida Gulf Coast University.
When Coach Enfield arrived at FGCU before my junior year, I had already spent two years in the program. During that time, I felt I hadn't been given the freedom to fully showcase my abilities or reach my potential as a player.
Coach Enfield brought a different approach. He encouraged me to be myself on the court, trust my instincts, and play with confidence. Rather than feeling restricted, I felt empowered to embrace my strengths and express my abilities.
That experience changed my perspective on what great coaching should look like.
Today, I carry that lesson into my own coaching philosophy. I believe athletes need structure, discipline, and accountability, but they also need the freedom to develop their individuality and confidence.
My goal isn't to create players who all look and play the same. It's to help each athlete discover their strengths, maximize their potential, and become the best version of themselves.
Sometimes the difference between a good player and a great player is having a coach who allows them to believe in what they're capable of achieving.
What athletes & parents should know
I believe every athlete deserves quality coaching, regardless of their current skill level or experience.
I've worked with more than 200 young athletes, and I understand that every player develops differently. Some need help building confidence, others need technical development, and some need to learn how to translate their abilities into game situations.
My approach is patient, detailed, and challenging. I don't believe in simply putting athletes through drills. I believe in teaching them how to improve and helping them understand the purpose behind every exercise.
I value communication with both athletes and parents, and I want every family to understand what we're working toward.
Above all, my goal is to help athletes develop skills and habits that benefit them both on and off the court.
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25% off your 1st lesson
$94
$71
Then $300/mo for 4 lessons, starting 48 hours after your 1st lesson. Cancel anytime.
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