Basketball has been part of my life since I was 7 years old. I’ve played and watched basketball through my youth and adult life, however, I’ve embarked on coaching youth basketball over the past 10 years. The sport has given me so much in my life, and this is the perfect way for me to pay homage to the game and give back to the sport in the form of teaching our youth to value and appreciate basketball. A successful basketball coach, in my opinion, not only understands the technical aspects of the game but also possesses leadership, communication, and motivational skills to inspire players and guide a team. I pride myself in being able to connect with young athletes and ensuring that they are not turned away from the sport by demotivating factors. What sets us apart from other programs is that building a community, a team, playing the right way, learning the game, and building lifelong relationships with teammates, is what fuels the passion in me. When I step on a court, I want to win every game, however when the buzzer sounds to end the game, it’s essential to realize what is most important.. having fun, enjoying the time with your teammates and families, and playing a game that you love and being successful at it. This will eventually translate into Wins on and off the court.