Book Private Basketball Lessons with Coach TJ
Hey there! I'm coach Terrence (TJ) , a current college basketball player at Neumann University. Over the years, I've sharpened my skills on the court, continuing to try and master techniques and strategies that have helped me compete at a high level. If you're looking to elevate your game, I can offer you personalized training sessions that focus on: 1. Skill Development: From shooting accuracy and ball-handling to defensive tactics and footwork, I'll help you improve every aspect of your game. 2. Game IQ: Learn how to read the court, anticipate plays, and make smarter decisions during games. 3. Conditioning: Tailored workouts that build your endurance, speed, and strength, essential for peak performance. 4. Mentorship: Get insider tips and mental strategies that have worked for me, both on and off the court. With my experience and passion for the game, I can help you reach your basketball goals. Let's train together and take your skills to the next level!
Parkesburg, PA
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About Me:
1000 point scorer at Neumann University. 2nd Team All Conference. 2022 Atlantic East Conference Champion. 2017 Friends League Champion.
How I can help you improve your game:
I can help improve someone's games in all aspects. Ball handling, shooting, passing, defense, and even watching film of that particular person I would train that day to help them see themselves.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical training session would start with a warmup and stretch. Then we would get into ball handling, doing various movements and working on improving their handle. Then we would do some form shooting and spot shots just to warm up the jumper. Then based on what the person wants to work on that particular session we would dive right into it. If it is playmaking, we would work on different move and counters off other moves into finishing or shooting. If it is shooting we would work on catch and shoot, coming off a curl, flare screens and other variations of shooting. Regardless of what we work on I plan to make that person feel like they got better that particular day and to continue to improve each session.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I have been coaching with the Jr.76ers since the summer of 2022. It consists of training kids everyday through their weeks of camps including skill development, conditioning, and simply reading defenses. I also coach various team in the camps as well; I draw up plays, try to use different defensive schemes, and ultimately try to help my team win each game and help them get better. I've also been coaching at the Nike basketball camp since the summer of 2023, and have also been coaching in a league in Delaware called the CYBL. All of these opportunities I have been able to help develop kids of all ages and I have enjoyed every second of it.
Best coach I ever had:
My Dad was the best coach I ever had, he taught me how to play the game and groomed me not only to be great player but also taught me life lessons on and off the court through basketball since I was 3.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I am currently still playing college basketball at Neumann University. I love the game of basketball and aspire to help others improve in their game and make it enjoyable and fun. I am a hard worker and always try to get the best out of others no matter how difficult things might be. Overall, I am a really nice and open person, I love meeting new people and hope create great relationships through the game of basketball.
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