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Riverside City College (CA)
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19 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Scott Nicholson
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Basketball
SILVER
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Assistant Coach – Benedictine University Men’s Basketball Passionate about developing players and growing the love for the game. View all coaching experience
Training Locations
Coach is willing to travel up to 25 miles
Packages
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
This is to see If coach scotty and your athlete is a good match. Also coach Scotty can see what areas of development your athlete needs. After this session coach scotty will tell you what package would work best.
Session Length: 45 minutes
$25 1 session + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
one on one Session with coach Scotty. Coach scotty may add up 2 additonal athletes to help with more game like drills .
Session Length: 1 hour
$60 1 session + applicable fees
Recommended
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
The Standard Package is great for athletes that are in season and need some extra reps
Session Length: 1 hour
$175 3 sessions ($58/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
The Pro Package is a great package for an Athlete that can train once a week.
Session Length: 1 hour
$325 5 sessions ($65/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
The Elite Package is great for athletes that can train 2 times a week
Session Length: 1 hour
$450 10 sessions ($45/ea) + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for up to 6 athletes
If you have 3-6 athletes that would like to train together coach Scott provides a great small group training session with game like drills. as well a lot of game play.
Session Length: 1 hour
$90 1 session + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for up to 15 athletes
The Mini camp is great for a team that wants to bring in coach Scott to provides skill development for the whole team
Session Length: 90 minutes
$350 1 session + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
This is for someone who is looking to train up to 10 times in the month . All session need to be use up in the month. sessions will not roll over to the next month .
Session Length: 1 hour
$500 10 sessions ($50/ea) + applicable fees
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Guard, Forward, Center
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Shooting, Rebounding, Reading the Floor, Post Moves, Pick and Roll, Passing, Moving Without the Ball, Footwork, Defense, Ball Handling, Attacking the Rim
Credentials
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Riverside City College (CA)
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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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Guard, Forward, Center
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Shooting, Rebounding, Reading the Floor, Post Moves, Pick and Roll, Passing, Moving Without the Ball, Footwork, Defense, Ball Handling, Attacking the Rim
Introduction Video
More About Coach Scott
Assistant Coach & Player Development Specialist
With over a decade of coaching experience at elite national camps, respected high school teams, and competitive, well-regarded AAU club programs across California and Arizona, I’ve built a reputation for developing high-performing athletes with discipline, precision, and passion. My approach blends technical skill-building, basketball IQ, and character development—reflected in the success of numerous Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year in Arizona.
I currently serve as an Assistant Coach and Player Development Coach for the Men’s Basketball Program at Benedictine University, where I lead focused training sessions and contribute to strategic program growth. I’m committed to creating transformative environments that foster excellence both on and off the court
I’ve been immersed in the game since the age of nine, developing a deep understanding and appreciation for the sport through years of playing and teaching. While my playing career peaked at the high school level, my growth didn’t stop there.
I’ve trained alongside and competed with elite athletes, including top collegiate players, overseas professionals, and even WNBA and NBA talent—supporting their preparation for upcoming seasons. These experiences have sharpened my insight into high-performance development and shaped the way I train athletes to perform under pressure.
My hands-on approach combines lived experience, advanced training methods, and a relentless commitment to helping players reach the next level—physically, mentally, and competitively
My training methodology begins with stationary ball handling, reinforcing fundamental control, rhythm, and confidence. We then advance to dynamic ball handling sequences integrated with finishing at the rim or perimeter shooting, emphasizing technical precision under movement.
Each session focuses on a targeted skill, introduced with purpose and taught alongside its tactical application. Once athletes grasp the technique and situational timing, we engage in high-repetition execution to build consistency. The development process includes game-speed decision-making, incorporating live reads to ensure efficient skill transfer into competitive play.
For effective game preparation, players must engage in authentic game reps—taking shots from game-specific spots, at game-level speed, and with game-like detail. Every drill simulates live conditions to promote instinctive reactions, enhance performance, and accelerate growth within the flow of gameplay.
This approach cultivates technically sound, mentally sharp athletes who are prepared to excel on the court when it matters most.
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Client Reviews
Dan (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott keeps my 7 yo working hard and entertained at the same time. His dribbling and shooting has improved steadily over several sessions. We are lucky to have found Coach Scott!
Juliana (CoachUp client)
My son had his first one-on-one session and it was a great experience. The coach was very patient, took his time explaining things, and made sure my son felt comfortable. We are excited to continue working with him.
Jason (CoachUp client)
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Chris (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott is fantastic! We’ve noticed significant improvement in our daughter’s skills after just one session. Highly recommended!
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Aaron (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott has been coaching my son for about a year now and we couldn't be happier. He has taken the time to learn what my areas my son can improve on and has different exercises to help him improve each of those areas. He offers one on one training as well as scrimmages which helps my son put the new skills to work. All round training start to finish.
Lee (CoachUp client)
Very knowledgeable and helpful trainer
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Valerie (CoachUp client)
Good session
Jeremy (CoachUp client)
Great 1st session. Really know what he's doing. Hope to get him over again in the near future
Krista (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott is great with our son!
Wallis (CoachUp client)
Great coach!
Tammy (CoachUp client)
I had a great first session with coach Scott. I got ideas for more practice drills and plays to work on. I'm looking forward to the next session.
Paul (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott was extremely helpful with his advice to my daughter! They were able to work on several moves she was struggling with. Great job highly recommended and we will certainly book more sessions!
Lindsay (CoachUp client)
Great session! Was very encouraging and uplifting.
Vijay (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott was great
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Ashley (CoachUp client)
Great first session with Coach Nicholson. We highly recommend him! Thanks Coach!
Kelly (CoachUp client)
Book him now ! Coach Scott is punctual, professional, and in tune with what players need. In one session, my son learned so many new skills. Coach Scott has the talent to teach basketball. My son can't wait for his next session! Thank you, Coach Scott we had a great experience.
Heather (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott is great! He is good at what he does. I already saw improvements in my son after only one session. I would definitely recommend coach Scott.
Rick (CoachUp client)
Awesome Trainer/Coach!! My daughter got a lot out of her first session with Coach Scott! Definitely knows what he’s doing. She most definitely will continue to train with him to help her better her craft and take her to the next level & beyond.
Diana (CoachUp client)
My son enjoyed training with coach Scott. He learned new moves and is more confident. I would recommend coach Scott. We will definitely be booking future sessions.
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Dennis (CoachUp client)
Great Coach. He was going hard on my son and pushed him to be the best he can be. I am very satisfied with the results after only one session.
Luis (CoachUp client)
This is my first experience with having a personal trainer for my son, and I will say that Coach Scott has set the bar very high. I sent video of my son and with in minutes he was just as excited as I was to train him. My son has potential to be a great athlete, and what Coach Scott has done in one session I see the progress already. He is patient and a true student of the game. Paying attention to the smallest details. Definitely will schedule for the long term.
Melissa (CoachUp client)
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Jessica (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott was AMAZING! He inspired and challenged my son at the same time. We will continue to have Coach Scott work with our son. Thanks!
Tim (CoachUp client)
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Sandi (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott had been a good fit for our 14 year old grandson. After only 2 sessions he's shown real improvement. The training sessions are varied and specific to his needs. Our family is very pleased.
Kristen (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott was great, my son learned a lot and is excited to learn more. Loved working with this coach and loved how he worked with my son
Reet (CoachUp client)
Coach Scott was great and really pushed my 13 year old son. He helped him with dribbling, shooting, footwork and ran many useful drills to improve other aspects of his game. Look forward to continue working with him in the near future.
Josh client (Testimonial)
Coach Scott help me get ready for my high school try out and I ended up making my JV team
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