Your basketball player recently told you they’re ready to take their game to the next level so the two of you talk about what that entails and decide to look into local basketball trainers. What many parents don’t realize, though, is that not all hoops instructors are of the same caliber.
Ask about experience
You want your son or daughter to work with someone who understands basketball inside and out. Begin your search by looking for instructors who played at a high level (college and/or professional). Ironically, there are plenty of top-flight basketball players out there who would make lousy coaches. That’s why we suggest asking about coaching experience specifically.
See how they approach player development
Young basketball players respond to coaching differently. Sure, most players enhance their abilities through common drills and additional practice on their own. Others, however, grow their game the most when they receive one-on-one instruction.
At Sydney Basketball Coaching, our coaches take a player-focused approach to youth basketball training. What this means is that we emphasize the fundamentals in everything we do, whether we’re coaching a team or a group of kids who have maybe never played organized basketball before. Our basketball training programs are designed to help players make the jump in their careers, regardless of age or ability.
Look into the programs they offer
Some basketball trainers specialize in camps or small groups and others focus on individual sessions. Whatever the case, it’s important to work with the instructor and see what they recommend for your player. Chances are you’ll find that a mix of small and large group instruction will be most beneficial for your son or daughter.
Sydney Basketball Coaching really does have something for every player. We love the game of basketball just as much as you do. You can trust our staff are passionate about the game and for developing young players.