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Northwest Nazarene University (ID)
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10 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Derek O.
Basketball
SILVER
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Training Locations
Coach is willing to travel up to 10 miles
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Kids
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Center, Forward, Guard
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Shooting, Passing, Post Moves, Rebounding, Ball Handling, Defense, Footwork, Moving Without the Ball, Reading the Floor, Agility, Attacking the Rim
Credentials
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Northwest Nazarene University (ID)
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10 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Services
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Kids
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Center, Forward, Guard
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Shooting, Passing, Post Moves, Rebounding, Ball Handling, Defense, Footwork, Moving Without the Ball, Reading the Floor, Agility, Attacking the Rim
More About Coach Derek
ASPIRE BASKETBALL TRAINING ACADEMY
Derek Olich
- Founder and Director of Follow Through Academy September 17th 2024.
- Founder and Director of O'zone Shooting Factory - (2012-2016)
- Director of Player Development for Desert Mountain High School - (2014-2016)
- Director of Player Development for the Arizona Heat AAU Basketball Program (2013-2014)
- Associate Head Coach and Director of Player Development for the Arizona Scorpions of the ABA - (2012-2014)
- Volunteer Assistant Coach at Grand Canyon University under Coach Russ Pennell - (2010-2012)
- 1 year professional playing experience for Tekelspor in the 1st Division in Turkey (2005-2006)
- 1 year player at Northwest Nazarene University - (2003-2004)
- 2 year player at Columbia Junior College in California (2001-2003)
- Graduated for Mountain View High School - won a state championship Junior Year - East Valley Player of the Year in 2000
PLAYING EXPERIENCE
Professional – 2005-06 season, Turkish Basketball League, Tekelspor starting point guard.
College – 2003-04 Northwest Nazarene University
(13.5 PPG, 7.8 APG, 2.8 SPG, 3 PT FG 46%)
Accomplishments: 2nd in the nation in APG. (7.8), GNAC Player of the Week 2X,
12 double-doubles (ten in a row), led the conference in assists, assists to turnover ration,
and steals per game.
Junior College – 2001-03 Columbia Junior College
(16.93 PPG, 4.0 APG, 1.8 SPG, 3 PT FG 43% 109 3 PT FG made, FG 48%, led the conference in FT% at 87.2%)
Accomplishments: First Team All-Conference, Consumes River and Modesto All-Tourney
Red Shirt season – 2000-01 Northern Arizona University
Head Coach – Mike Adras
High School – Mesa Mountain View Class of 2000
Head Coach – Gary Ernst
(17.1 PPG, 5.1 APG, 3PT FG. 43%)
Accomplishments: 2nd Team All-State, First Team All-Conference, East Valley Player of the Year
1) I always start around the basket with spins off the glass and floaters to evaluate mid-range game using both hands. This is a great way to warm up and lets me know how much they understand fundamentals.
2) Ball handling drills are always done with 3 keys to focus on.....
A. Eyes up and not focused on the ball
B. Pounding the ball through the floor for hard agressive moves.
C. Being able to use the off hand for protection and a means to get by
the defender.
3) Shooting always begins at the foul line. Just as Ray Allen state, "great shooters are born from the free throw line. I use video analysis to break down all shooting mechanics from the free throw line and then begin applying these mechanics to their jumpshot.
* My training is all about teaching the "why's" about the game. I focus on teaching players the game rather than teaching them drills. I am not a drill sergeant, I am coach who is dedicated to helping improve your skill, but most of all your knowledge of the game.
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Client Reviews
James (CoachUp client)
Had our first session with coach Derek. I am glad we chose him. He has done a lot of good things for my son just in one session. Hope to continue more sessions with him. Great choice if you are looking to improve your child's basketball skills.
Kutlu Çağan (CoachUp client)
Coach Derek is an amazing coach. He helped me to change my shooting mechanics and be a better shooter.
Vincent (CoachUp client)
Derek was a great coach. He helped me prepare for my school's tryouts. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking in improving their game.
Arnold (CoachUp client)
After A few sessions my son quickly learned many new skills and applied them to the game and proved to be very effective, and has gain more confidence on the court! Many coaches do a lot of preaching but that's it, Coach Derek actually does practice what he preaches!
Nikki (CoachUp client)
Coach Derek uses solid techniques to teach the proper shooting form. His straightline approach to teaching proper form achieves quick results. My son was impressed with Coach Derek's skill and ability to relay that knowledge to him in their session. We looking forward to seeing the improvement we know Coach Derek can help our son achieve in his playing ability.
Reed (CoachUp client)
I've asked Coach Derek to work with my 2 boys that are 9 & 11 years old. After just one session, I can honestly tell a difference....he taught them drills that they have worked on multiple times since their first practice with him. They really had a great time with Derek. I highly recommend.
Miguel (CoachUp client)
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Leroy (CoachUp client)
Coach, Derick is working with my 2 grand daughters on there shooting skills, but what sold me on his coaching skills is afterward when the girls told me they liked what he had shown them and could not wait to start working on it and were looking forward to the next training session. GOOD JOB Coach Derick.
Tom (CoachUp client)
Derek is an amazing coach. He helped my high school freshman improve in just 3 sessions. i highly recommend him
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