Basketball coach · Wynnewood, PACoach Thomas
Private Basketball CoachCoach Thomas
Trains in Wynnewood, Ardmore
Works with all age groups
Available: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun
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Get to know Thomas
Building better athletes through skills, confidence, IQ, and winning habits.
I’m an experienced basketball coach that's developed athletes from the youth level through college. After 10 years working with young athletes through Next Level Sports and coaching at Jr. 76ers Basketball Camps, I went on to coach club basketball at Arizona State University while spending three years working closely with ASU’s Division I women’s basketball program. My training focuses on developing complete players through individualized work on shooting, ball handling, finishing, footwork, defense, and basketball IQ. Every workout is built around the player’s specific goals and areas for improvement, with an emphasis on building skills that translate to real game situations. My goal is simple: to help every player develop the skills, knowledge, habits, and confidence they need to become the best version of themselves, both on and off the court. Whether that means improving their skills, developing a deeper understanding of the game, or becoming more confident and comfortable on the court, every training session is built around helping each player grow.
How I can help you improve
Every player is different, so my training starts with understanding your game, your goals, and where you want to improve. Together, we’ll identify your strengths and areas for growth and build workouts with intention that are challenging, fun purposeful, and specific to you.
We will work on shooting, ball handling, finishing, footwork, defense, decision-making, and overall basketball IQ, with an emphasis on skills that translate directly to in-game situations. Just as importantly, I want to help you understand why and when to use those skills so you can become a smarter and more confident player.
Whether you're just learning the game, trying to earn more playing time, or looking to take your game or mentality to the next level, my goal is to help you build the skills, habits, confidence, and understanding you need to become the best player you can be, on and off the court.
Best coach I ever had
Coach K. - Philly/Ardmore Legend, knew the ins and outs of basketball and life like the back of his hand, everything was second nature to him when it came to teaching basketball to young people.
What athletes & parents should know
The most important thing for athletes and parents to know about me is that I genuinely care about every player I work with and their development both on and off the court. I want to understand each athlete’s goals and create an environment where they feel comfortable learning, making mistakes, asking questions, and challenging themselves.
I believe great training should be both enjoyable and demanding. I bring energy, patience, positivity, and competitiveness to every workout while making sure players are challenged, held accountable, and developing the right habits. I want training to be something players look forward to, and for every athlete to leave feeling more confident and excited about becoming a better player.
For parents, communication and trust are extremely important to me. I want you to understand what we’re working on, why we’re working on it, and how your athlete is progressing. My goal is for both players and parents to know that I genuinely care about their development and will always provide a positive, purposeful, and supportive experience.
Training locations
25% off your 1st lesson
$65
$49
Then $208/mo for 4 lessons, starting 48 hours after your 1st lesson. Cancel anytime.
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