-
College of Charleston (SC)
-
3 years
-
Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Dontaye Draper
Basketball
SILVER
Background Check Verified
Learn MoreThis coach has passed an identification, basic background, and sex offender check.
11-year pro at the highest level in Europe and former NBA scout helping athletes elevate their game through elite skill work, basketball IQ, and confidence-based training. View all coaching experience
Training Locations
Coach is willing to travel up to 25 miles
Packages
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
1 session package with Coach Dontaye. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$165 1 session + applicable fees
Online Training
for a single athlete
5 session package with Coach Dontaye. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$700 5 sessions ($140/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
10 session package with Coach Dontaye. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$1300 10 sessions ($130/ea) + applicable fees
Recommended
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
3 session package with Coach Dontaye. 60 minute session length
Session Length: 1 hour
$450 3 sessions ($150/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for up to 4 athletes
This session is designed to put all the 1-on-1 training into real, in-game situations. Players compete at game speed, working on reads, spacing, and decision-making under pressure. The focus is on translating skill work in... See More
Session Length: 1 hour
$250 1 session + applicable fees
-
Kids, Teenagers
-
Center, Guard, Forward
-
Rebounding, Post Moves, Shooting, Reading the Floor, Pick and Roll, Passing, Moving Without the Ball, Footwork, Defense, Ball Handling, Attacking the Rim, Agility
Credentials
-
College of Charleston (SC)
-
3 years
-
Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Services
-
Kids, Teenagers
-
Center, Guard, Forward
-
Rebounding, Post Moves, Shooting, Reading the Floor, Pick and Roll, Passing, Moving Without the Ball, Footwork, Defense, Ball Handling, Attacking the Rim, Agility
More About Coach Dontaye
Recently moved to Miami and now offering private player development for young athletes. I focus on fundamentals, footwork, ball-handling, shooting mechanics, and basketball IQ. My approach combines structure, confidence-building, and pro-level detail to help players understand the game and elevate their performance. I primarily work with elementary, middle school, and high school athletes.
11-Year Professional Basketball Career
NBA Scout 2020-23 ( New York Knicks)
4x EuroLeague Final Four (Real Madrid, Lokomotiv Kuban)
1x EuroCup Final Four ( Cedevita )
EuroCup MVP & All-EuroCup First Team (2011)
Spanish League Champion (2013)
2x Spanish Cup Winner & 2x Spanish Supercup Winner
Turkish Cup Winner (2015)
NBL Best Sixth Man (2008, Australia)
Croatian National Team - EuroBasket 2013 & 2015
2x All-Southern Conference First Team (College of Charleston)
Each session focuses on developing real-game skills — ball handling, footwork, shooting, and decision-making under pressure. I emphasize fundamentals and mental approach, helping players apply drills to real game situations. Training is intense, structured, and personalized to each athlete’s goals and position.
Action Photos
Client Reviews
Carmelo Anthony / NBA Hall of Famer (Testimonial)
I’m glad Draper is giving back to the youth. He sees the game differently — the details, the reads, the pace. Players training with him are getting real high-level understanding.
Bay Frazier / Team Melo Baltimore (Testimonial)
Dontaye has one of the highest basketball IQs I’ve been around. He sees the game differently and knows how to break things down so young players can understand and improve fast. Any kid who trains with him is in great hands.
Share This Coach
CoachUp's Got Your Back
- Runs Sex Offender screening on every coach
- Ensures high quality coaches with verified reviews
- 100% money back guarantee
- Offers 24/7 support and helpful Athlete Advisors
- Easy payments via credit card, no need for cash
- Provides convenient scheduling with calendar integration
- Enables automated reminders before training sessions
- Captures post-session feedback directly from your coach