Anthony Strickland

When I attended South Suburban, I had the privilege of training. During my sessions with my students, I helped kids improve their ability to shoot and handle the ball. Being a coach helped me better understand the fundamentals of the game, allowing me to help students grasp the concept on a level they would better understand. During my time in Mexico, when I wasn't at practice or playing at the games, I spent my time coaching. Being able to have one on one time with my kids taught me patience and understanding. As a coach in a different country, I was able to learn to speak Spanish, which allowed me to better relate with my students. I've also realized during my time as a teacher, that how you deliver constructive criticism, must be done in a way that continually motives students to improve their talents. My goal as a coach, is to teach lessons that can be translated off the court, giving my students the ability to apply what they've learned in everyday situations.

EBA stats: 15 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assist, and 2 turnovers per game
EBA High 40 points
Mexico Republic League (Oaxaca, Mexico)
NBA D-league Camp (Houston, Texas)
Gamble Sports Management (made top 20) in Miami, Florida
PBL Showcase (Legrange, Illinois) Top Player
2014 All-Region IV-A All-Tournament Team
NBL Camp invitee (South Bend, Indiana)
NBL Windsor Express Training Camp
Atlanta Super Combine

I want to inspire my students to be ambitious and driven not only on the court, but off the court as well. Students will learn how to expand upon their talent and skill as a ball player, as well as in depth lessons that cover the fundamentals of the game. Also, my students will learn how to stretch and do dribble drills properly. They will also learn form shots that will help loosen up their bodies and receive intense workouts that will help improve their mobility in the games. As a coach, I want to cover more than just basketball. I want to help my students achieve the goals they have set for themselves. My overall goal is to inspire my students to be more than just a basketball player.