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University of California--Los Angeles (CA)
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10 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Kevin "Special K" D.
Basketball
SILVER
10 years as captain of the Harlem Globetrotters. UCLA alumni. Have played and performed in 97 countries. View all coaching experience
This coach is unavailable to take clients at this time.
Training Locations
Coach is willing to travel up to 25 miles
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Center, Forward, Guard
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Post Moves, Rebounding, Shooting, Ball Handling, Passing, Defense, Footwork, Moving Without the Ball, Reading the Floor, Agility, Attacking the Rim, Pick and Roll
Credentials
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University of California--Los Angeles (CA)
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10 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Center, Forward, Guard
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Post Moves, Rebounding, Shooting, Ball Handling, Passing, Defense, Footwork, Moving Without the Ball, Reading the Floor, Agility, Attacking the Rim, Pick and Roll
More About Coach Kevin "Special K"
After 14 years of making basketball my career and 10 of those years traveling to 97 countries as the leader and captain of the world famous Harlem Globetrotters, I decided to retire and dedicate my time as a motivational speaker, published author and private basketball trainer. I enjoy making others better in different aspects of their life.
I've been training basketball players for years but now I'm able to do it on a more consistent basis.
I train all levels. Kids who want to improve or just want to have fun. Adults who play for recreational reasons, professional athletes, or people who just simply want to use basketball for fitness.
I played at UCLA and Azusa Pacific where I became an NAIA All-American. While at Azusa I finished my senior year as the MVP of the conference, leading scorer, and in the top 10 of EVERY SINGLE category (No one other than me has done that)
Professionally:
10 years with the Harlem Globetrotters (Captain 2004-2014) Performed in 97 countries. (Kevin "Special K" Daley)
Australia (Pro league) MVP
Costa Rica (Pro league)
Turkey (Pro league)
Taiwan (Pro league)
Holland (Pro league)
Iceland (Pro league)
My private lessons are tailored to each individual athlete. Before our first training session we would have a phone conversation so you can get to know me and I can get to know you and your basketball/fitness goals. I would then create a game plan tailored to you.
A sample training session would go as follow:
Warm-up: several stretches, jump rope, jogging and more
Ball handling: speed dribble, two hand dribble, cross-overs, tennis ball dribbling and more
Lay-ups: left hand, right hand, finishing in traffic, different types of cuts to the basket and more
Shooting: correct form, 15 footers, 3 pointer, off the dribble, getting opened for a shot, shooting off a pick and roll, reading the defense, and more
Defense: correct stance, shot contesting, balance, boxing out and rebounding, transition defense and more
And we always end with some type of free-throw game mixed with conditioning.
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Client Reviews
Lya (CoachUp client)
AWESOME! My son had his first session with Coach Kevin. Saw improvement immediately..His friends that played with him the very next day was wondering what happened! My son also enjoyed his style of coaching..he made the training fun and works with the child's individual skill level. Looking forward to our next session.
Tiffany (CoachUp client)
Coach Kevin was a ball of inspiration, motivation and encouragement for our child during our first practice with him. You can tell he knows how to speak to kids on a level that they will understand and be receptive. The lesson plan he prepared was just what DJ needed and in only an hour I could already see improvement in his techniques. Our son is very excited to work with coach again and we plan on using his services for the rest of our son's basketball career.
LaShanna (CoachUp client)
Our daughter first session was today, and I was very satisfied. Coach had the perfect approach, of course skills, and interest shown in her although she being a nine year old, he didn't look at her age as if she was too young to learn. We have booked our second session with him, and I will definitely refer him to other players! Thank You Coach Kevin!!
Brian (CoachUp client)
I highly recommend Coach Kevin. He was prepared; energetic; fun; and is detail oriented. His passion for basketball and people is very inspiring. We look forward to working with Coach Kevin again and again in the very near future.
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