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Coastal Carolina University (SC)
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19 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Pele P.
Basketball
I love basketball, I have reached the pro level by hard work plus determination; I love teaching and helping hard workers. View all coaching experience
This coach is unavailable to take clients at this time.
Training Locations
- 3001 E Parham Rd, Richmond, VA
- Twin Hickory Elementary School, 4900 Twin Hickory Lake Drive, Glen Allen, VA
- Pocahontas Middle School, 12000 Three Chopt Rd, Henrico, VA
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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Rebounding, Reading the Floor, Passing, Defense, Agility, Attacking the Rim, Ball Handling, Footwork, Moving Without the Ball, Pick and Roll, Post Moves, Shooting
Credentials
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Coastal Carolina University (SC)
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19 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Center, Forward, Guard
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Rebounding, Reading the Floor, Passing, Defense, Agility, Attacking the Rim, Ball Handling, Footwork, Moving Without the Ball, Pick and Roll, Post Moves, Shooting
More About Coach Pele
Professional Basketball Player \ Trainer (Europe)
1998-2004 Coach Dan Harwood Basketball Day camp summer months
2004-2006 Coastal Carolina University Summer basketball camps
2008 Skills training (Teckpro Braves, Kaiserslautern Germany)
2009 Skills Training basketball (Bourg-en-Bresse, France )
2010-currently) Basketball skills development (Republic of Georgia) and Tel Aviv Israel
Professional Basketball Player (Europe)
2008 Eurobasket Summer League MVP
2009 Germany ProA Champion
2010 France ProB top 5 Scoring
2007 NCAA 1 AP All-American
2007 NCAA 1 Big South Player of The Year
2002 Maryland 4A Basketballl State Champion
8 minutes warmup, 5 minutes ball handling , 30 mins shooting 15 mins basketball moves. A lot of instruction will take place the first few sessions. To show the correct techniques. After it will be all repetition.
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Client Reviews
Matt (CoachUp client)
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Audrey (CoachUp client)
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Florence (CoachUp client)
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Kathryn (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is a great coach. My daughter really enjoyed her first session with him and felt like she came away with tips that were already improving her shot. We look forward to continuing to work with him so she can improve her game.
David (CoachUp client)
Pele creates a practice session that works to improve my son’s overall game. Great job!
Brandon (CoachUp client)
Have only done one session so far but seems to be a great coach. Calm and positive influence
Erin (CoachUp client)
My 12 year old really enjoyed working with Coach Pele. He somehow managed to fit so much into just a one-hour session. Logan really enjoyed how he was pushed to greater performance and how Coach Pele also took time with each student to go over areas they could strengthen while maintaining pace with the group session.
Shawn (CoachUp client)
I knew Coach Pele was the right coach when, 15 minutes into the first session, my son came off the court during a water break, sweating profusely, and said “this is good!” Coach Pele provides the hands-on coaching my son needs to be more aggressive on the court. Pele is high energy, positive, and puts my son to work right away. Highly recommend.
Jillian (CoachUp client)
We have had 3 sessions with Coach Pele and my 13-year-old son loves working with him! He is high energy, positive, and encouraging while also teaching important skills and pushing him hard. He enjoys both the 1:1 and group sessions and we plan to continue the sessions into next season.
Michael (CoachUp client)
Great knowledge of the game. Able to see and understand what my boy needed and gave him clear and decisive instructions. My son showed improvement after one session and we will absolutely be back for more!
Jessica (CoachUp client)
Our son was very encouraged in his first session and eager to return. He was impressed by Coach Pele and the structured session.
Jessica (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele had great energy, patience and positivity throughout the entire session!
Tameka (CoachUp client)
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Tommy (CoachUp client)
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MaryBeth (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is upbeat, tireless and smart. He meets the athlete at their skill level and then works with them to elevate their skills while having fun.
Xinzhi (CoachUp client)
My son work with him very sell
Athalia (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele was very good. After 2 sessions improvement has been good. His training and techniques are compatible to athlete's area of concentration. Coach Pele is a good recommendation.
Fnu (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is really positive,patient and motivates my child. My child likes the coach and he really look forward for his session.
Yi (CoachUp client)
Everything’s good
Rayick (CoachUp client)
Great coach interacts with students and tells them how they can fix there play and adapt to different situations.
Camdon (CoachUp client)
My son loved it ! Coach Pele was very nice and knowledgeable!
Paige (CoachUp client)
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Zavones (CoachUp client)
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Ryan (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is working with my 12 year old son, and my son is really enjoying it. Coach Pele does a great job of targeting the training to make my son a well rounded player. He pushes my son to work hard while still maintaining a positive supportive attitude. We would recommend Coach Pele to anyone looking to improve their basketball game.
Erin (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is what you are looking for as a coach for your child. Clearly very skilled in basketball but also exceptional with kids. Great at being a strong leader for them while also encouraging them. Highly recommend.
Laura (CoachUp client)
Great Experiences with Pele
Louis (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele was a great coach. He has a hands on approach which really works for me. I liked his analysis of what I need to do to improve my game and I look forward to continuing to work with him.
Jamesia (CoachUp client)
You are an amazing coach .
Nick (CoachUp client)
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Khaled (CoachUp client)
Great experience.
Sarah (CoachUp client)
Very happy w/our decision. Coach Pele is a skilled coach - talented, thorough, enthusiastic and committed. Great guy and great outcomes thus far.
Reuben (CoachUp client)
Coach was great. He knows his stuff. Looking forward for him working with my son
Amanda (CoachUp client)
Pele is great for our son. He pushes him hard and encourages him to get better.
Linda (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele got started right away with the first session and had a great plan in place.
Dale (CoachUp client)
First session went very well. Coach Pele did an excellent job with our 10 year old grandson. It was amazing that the coach recognized the areas of weakness in our grandson’s game and tailored the workout toward strengthening those areas.
Michael (CoachUp client)
Excellent coach who loves helping kids improve their basketball game.
Brandon (CoachUp client)
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Avner (CoachUp client)
He works you hard which is good!
Robin (CoachUp client)
Great coach! Great drills & training!
Hunter (CoachUp client)
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Frank (CoachUp client)
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Tamari (CoachUp client)
Outstanding human being, who is an true inspiration and motivator. My son, Myles, benefited tremendously from his 1 on 1 session. Very professional, yet engaging and fun. Due to being dual military, having to move, the sessions abruptly stopped, however Myles still implements the tools Coach Pele taught him.
I recommend Coach Pele, as he is a well rounded, professional, who's excellent with both children and adults.
Jennifer (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele was very flexible in working with our schedule and has a fast response time with emails. My son has enjoyed working with him and learning new skills. We have only had three training times but have already signed up for more!
Markl (CoachUp client)
My 12yr old son really liked Coach Pele, as Coach emphasized an age appropriate level of instruction, correction and motivation. I heartily recommend him.
Thomas (CoachUp client)
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Carlton (CoachUp client)
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Na (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is a great coach! My son really likes him. For the first session, they had warm up exercises and then started dribbling and shooting, etc.
Fred (CoachUp client)
Great with the kids
Alexander (CoachUp client)
The experience was excellent! One of the best coaching experiences we have ever had! We were happy with the instructions and we saw improvements right away in our 15 year old. Coach Pele is a true professional.
Brynn (CoachUp client)
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Annie (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele has been a great resource for my Middle School kids in assisting them with skills development in a positive and motivating environment.
Tara (CoachUp client)
Believing my son would need multiple sessions to learn how to be more consistent with his shots, Coach Pele has taught him this with just one session. Coach Pele was on-time, professional, and showed an authentic interest in helping my child achieve his goals.
Cindy (CoachUp client)
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Sean (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is making a difference on my son’s approach to game. I see improvement after 2 sessions. Going for a 3rd, 4th, 5th......
Daegyu (CoachUp client)
A nice coach! He helps a lot to exercise well
Sid (CoachUp client)
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Julie (CoachUp client)
I wish all of my children's mentors/coaches were like Coach Pele. He immediately establishes a strong work ethic and sets expectations. For younger athletes he is VERY encouraging as they are developing. My younger son saw what he was doing with my older son and wanted to be coached as well by Coach Pele. So they are both taking lessons now. He not only works on skills but the conditioning that is needed to be a strong basketball player. I know that my boys will carry through their years the hard work ethic that Coach Pele is instilling in them. I can't thank him enough.
Cheri (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is a great coach. I've truly enjoyed watching him work with my son. He has a lot of experience and is quiet knowledgeable of the game and fundamentals. He's extremely patient and challenges my son when needed. My son has learned so much from Coach Pele and is already a better athlete because he has been working with Coach Pele. I'm so happy we chose to work with Coach Pele. He's amazing!
Sonja (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele,
Is a fantastic teacher and coach! His style of connecting with his students is impressive. We have signed up for 5 more sessions, our son looks forward to his training sessions.
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Kenneth (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is a great coach! fun to train with, encouraging, have improved significantly training with Coach Pele.
Joshua (CoachUp client)
My son has had 2 sessions with Coach Pele thus far. They have both gone great. He is very personable, and very knowledgeable about the game of basketball. He pushes and motivates my son to be better. It is a training session full of training from beginning to end. Thanks Coach!
Sandra (CoachUp client)
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Robert (CoachUp client)
Great coach, really has a passion for trying to make you excel and get better. If you’re looking for someone to make you better then go to coach Pele.
Anthony (CoachUp client)
Pele is very good in working with the need of the athlete
Stephanie (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is a delight. My son who recently transitioned into basketball after suffering a concussion in football is so excited to work with Coach. He looks forward to his training sessions and is motivated and ready to build on his current weaknesses in the game. Coach Pele is easy to work with, he's honest, timely, organized, communicative, dedicated and so far has been a pleasure to connect with. I'm happy I took the time to look for a trainer that clearly loves what he does and is motivated to motivate our youth. If you're looking for a good coach. Stop looking. You've found him!!!!!!
Zach (CoachUp client)
Pele is a great coach, enthusiastic and works with you to identify where you need work.
Amanda (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is great, he makes sure he utilizes every minute during each session. His skills and continued encouragement throughout his sessions reflects his experience and love for the sport. My nephew really enjoys the time spent with coach Pele.
John (CoachUp client)
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Wanda (CoachUp client)
Today was the first day of basketball training for my two sons. Coach Paelay interacted well with my kids. He showed them a few drills and ball handling techniques. His attitude and verbal communication was very professional and encouraging. I can't wait to see what tomorrow holds!!!!
Latissia (CoachUp client)
Pele is very talented and incredibly patient with my son. He works with him on skills that are necessary to be successful. I also customizes the workouts each session so that my son is getting a new and different session each time. He is a great trainer and I would certainly recommend him to others.
Shaw (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele is a great instructor. His knowledge of the game as well as his ability to communicate to players is outstanding. He works kids hard with drills that develop skills and sharpen basketball instincts while constantly encouraging the kids.
The follow up emails go a long way in reinforcing my son to want further improvement.
I would highly recommend Pele and continue to refer him to friends of mine.
We will continue using Pele.
Jay (CoachUp client)
Pele is a great coach. He's coached my son and me so I'm speaking from both a parent's perspective as well as a customer's.
Teresa (CoachUp client)
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Cheri (CoachUp client)
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Christopher (CoachUp client)
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Thea (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele has exactly what it takes to motivate and elevate our 15 year old. The first workout was outstanding and we are coming back for more - thanks Coach!
Carrnell (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele, has excellent patients but remains stern enough for young athletes who's young minds wander. I have two sons whom train with Coach Pelectric and we look forward to a long productive relationship on the court. Thanks for your efforts Coach Pele, keep up the good work!
Jennifer (CoachUp client)
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Malcolm (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele,
He is a very good coach. What I like he make you work hard but while you are working hard Coach Pele is pushing and teaching you. Like KD said hard work beats talent.
Rajesh (CoachUp client)
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Danielle (CoachUp client)
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Valencia (CoachUp client)
This is James' second session with Coach Pele. Days after the first session, James had his first basketball game with his team. My husband and I immediately noticed James' improved dribbling and passing skills, and his confidence on the court...and so did James. So much so, that he eagerly anticipated his second session. Coach Pele, being flexible, incorporated dribbling full court, slowing down, and finishing the lay up into his second session, even though he had not planned to work on such. James is already inquiring as to if he is having another session for the 3rd week in a row! We definitely recommend Coach Pele because, as James says, "he is a better coach" and teacher than I!
Solomon (CoachUp client)
Pele has been the consummate professional. He has been very patient with my seven year old. He does a wonderful job with scheduling and communication.
Highly recommend. A++
Steve (CoachUp client)
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Jamel (CoachUp client)
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Alex (CoachUp client)
My 8 year old son has had eight lessons with Pele and ball handling/overall knowledge of the game has improved dramatically. My son has great connection with Pele and continues to improve. He needs to be pushed and Pele is providing the right pressure to increase his abilities.
Regina (CoachUp client)
Excellent coach!! My son looks forward to working out with Pele and is learning a lot of great moves that will help him in the games.
Anthony (CoachUp client)
Coach Pele B. P. is a wonderful one on one coach. He knows the game well.He teaches you every fundamental that you need to know. I will recommend to anyone who is looking for someone to teach and show them the game.
Chris Pearson / FIBA Basketball Agent (Testimonial)
Pele is a hard working player who has a professional mentality, always ready to take the next step in his career and improve.
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