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Steve S., Seal Beach, CA Basketball Coach

Steve S.

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Master the fundamentals used by great players including: the "art" & "science" of shooting, balance/footwork & thinking the game. Players like my training approach & have fun. View all coaching experience

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Single Session
In-Person Training for a single athlete

1 session package with Coach Steve. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$48 1 session + applicable fees

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"Learn The Game" Package
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5 session package with Coach Steve. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$221 5 sessions ($44/ea) + applicable fees

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10 session package with Coach Steve. 60 minute session length

Session Length: 1 hour

$397 10 sessions ($40/ea) + applicable fees

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  • Middlesex County College (NJ)

  • 18 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Guard, Forward, Center

  • Shooting, Reading the Floor, Post Moves, Pick and Roll, Moving Without the Ball, Footwork

Credentials

  • Middlesex County College (NJ)

  • 18 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

Services

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Guard, Forward, Center

  • Shooting, Reading the Floor, Post Moves, Pick and Roll, Moving Without the Ball, Footwork

More About Coach Steve

I have found in my many years of working with players that it is important to teach them the fundamentals of the game and to give them the individual attention it takes to build the muscle memory needed to apply the fundamentals in the game. This is critical for beginners and for experienced players who wish to take their game to higher levels.

I really do enjoy having the one-on-one time to work with players (girls and boys) and help them with…

• The art and science of shooting, including how to create and take the high percentage shots they practice when playing in a game.

• Balance, footwork and the importance of the hips.

• Positioning and rebounding.

• Thinking the game and creating advantages.

• Having FUN.

Depending on the size and strength of the players, typically 10-11 is a minimum starting age for my style of teaching shooting fundamentals on a ten foot basket.

Note: I do not train on fitness or endurance, although I always address their importance.

I played basketball in high school and junior college in New Jersey. However, I never really had coaches who (over any period of time) worked with me on the intricacies of my game. Since then I have studied, played and coached the game, developing a reputation for using and teaching player/team fundamentals.

My coaching style seems to be a bit different than most. I break down things to very small pieces, then put them all together. And I have unique ways to get player buy-in. For example, with tall players, I may ask to see them dance (salsa). When they spazz out, they prove to themselves that they don't have the rhythm or foot control needed to be a great post player. Then I teach them how to "salsa and seal" in the post...at first without the distraction of the ball.

I am a very good communicator and take the time to discuss processes and philosophies with my players. I want us to be on the same page and work together. However, this in not a democracy. I'm the boss. For, example, bank shots are a mandatory part of my program. This is not debatable.

I find ways to make drills interesting and fun for my players. I have taught proper layup footwork with half court layups, elevated release points by shooting over a fence, worked on crossover balance in the deep sand on the beach, and improved muscle memory and confidence with eyes closed shooting.

An Individual Plan For Each Player

My trainings are organized, yet flexible. I come with a written agenda based on a plan developed for each player's individual needs. However, at each training I make adjustments, as needed.

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Client Reviews

First session for my son’s was an awesome experience so far. Steve is very detail oriented and uses great technique to create a program for each kid. Looking forward to our future sessions!

He is very nice coach. I will refer a friend.

Coach Steve was great helped my husband improve his basketball game. Very nice guy

Coach Steve is best. Our child met a coach, and his skills improved significantly in just one day. The coach Steve dedicated an entire hour with warm and cheer and encouraging our child's abilities to the limit. Meeting coach Steve was truly fortunate for us.

Excelente entrenador.

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Coach steve has been coaching me for just two sessions, but his impact has been remarkable. His knowledge, passion for the game, effective teaching style have already made a positive difference in my performance. Looking forward to more sessions with Coach Steve

Great coaching techniques with efficiency and structure. Explains techniques and breaks down movement well. Would recommend to anyone

First session with Steve was already money and my son is excited to work with him more. I learned more in an hour than our last four seasons in rec league.

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Steve was great with our daughter!

My son had a great first impression of Coach Steve. My son is a beginner at best at shooting, but after just one session with Coach Steve, his shot looks so much better. Even my son was surprised at how much better he was shooting.

knowledgeable man with a great system to get the most out of the people he trains. He breaks down his explanations so well that it would be hard not to understand the concept at hand. highly recommended

Great coach! Coach Steve is great with players.

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Such a professional, structured and enthusiastic coach. Highly recommended.

Coach Steve is a very good coach. He’s training my 11 years old and really taking his time to show him the fundamentals. He’s very patient and very knowledgeable in training. My son said he enjoys it and that it’s also fun. I would definitely recommend Coach Steve.

Going off of my son's first experience with Coach Steve, i'll go with 5 stars, even though I was not there. My son came home excited and ready to go back and learn more. Looking forward to seeing my son learn and grow in the game he loves. Thank you.

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knowlegable, picks apart bad habits and adds in good ones

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Great coach. He does it the right way by starting with basics and building on things. Highly recommended.

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Coach Steve is great. He is enthusiastic and takes the time to explain what he is teaching. Great when at practice and gives good tips to work on at home. Thanks Coach!

Coach Steve is fantastic, he brings experience, patience and a true understanding of the fundamentals. Thanks

Coach Steve has alit of patience with my grandson who is on the spectrum and has a lot of focus and processing issues. When Isaiah had difficulties talks together coach Steve broke them down and worked step by step. My grandson asked if he could keep coach Steve.

Great coach! Teaches concepts extremely well. Also is great at teaching strategy, fundamentals, etc. We are really excited to work with Steve. Great with younger kids - 12 years old.

Coach Steve was a great coach. After one session I already feel like a whole new athlete. His training & techniques are like none I’ve had before, definitely top notch. I would recommend Coach Steve to anyone.

Coach Steve brings great knowledge of the game, science and detailed preparation to the practices. He is very patient and explains things well and makes practices interesting. Very motivational for my daughter. I would recommend him highly.

Coach Steve has been instrumental to me getting better as a basketball player. Before I started with him I couldn’t shoot straight and had no arc to save my life.

After working with him for 10 sessions, I can shoot higher and straight! He also have taught me principles of the game that I’ve never knew before. I plan on training with him for as long as I can!

Thank you Coach Steve!

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Best Choice I have made!!!

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Great coach! Very patient as well. Thank you

Coach Steve is an amazing coach who loves the sport of basketball and is incredible at it. My son Marcelo who is 12 years old had his first session with him and I was able to see a difference in just an hour. After his session, Steve even wrote a personal message to my son encouraging him. I would definitely recommend Steve, he's professional and knows his craft, you won't be disappointed. My son felt very comfortable with him and looks forward to many more sessions. We traveled for over 15 miles but it was definitely worth it.

Great teacher. Patient and relates well to student.

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Coach Steve is really great - he is helping my son break down his bad habits and replace with a better shot. He's helping teach some fundamentals that I feel the "academy" environments we've been to tend to ignore (or assume the player already has experience). I've already noticed a difference even after just one session. My son's form has gotten nicer and is less afraid of getting blocked. Thanks Coach Steve!

Coach Steve is great! Showing the correct way to play my son really enjoys him also.

Coach Steve has really helped our 9-year-old son develop skills and confidence. He explains things really well and always shows up on time and prepared. He keeps it fun and approachable. From court etiquette to impromptu pick-up games he really does it all. We are so happy with Coach Steve and do not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a basketball coach.

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Steve is a great coach. He focused on the fundamentals and reinforcing muscle memory doing things the right way. My son improved his game quickly with Steve's help. I would highly recommend.

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Great fundamentals coach. Very patient and engaging.

Wonderful coach and he will make anyone better and improve your game highly recommend

Coach Steve is very patient and consistent in his coaching with my 9 year old. He makes sure that my son has the fundamentals down before moving on to more complex movements. He's very big on proper footwork and form. My son is gaining confidence and strength by working with him. Coach comes prepared every lesson, and has an enthusiasm that is contagious. We are grateful for his time and insight!

Coach Steve was great, very attentive to the kids needs and made sure they understood the fundamentals.

1st meeting - Coach Steve was very meticulous covering some fundamentals that showed an understanding of basketball that not many coaches teach nowadays. His coaching style prepares players to fully participate at all levels of the game.

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Coach Steve is a great coach, he knows that game. and I'm already seeing improvement, he puts the extra time to make sure you get results.

Coach Steve is a great coach. He takes time to find weaknesses and flaws in the player's fundamentals and corrects them early on to develop good muscle memory habits. My two boys love working with him and have learned a lot in their sessions. I absolutely recommend Coach Steve to anyone wanting to take their game to that next level.

STEVE takes care of the process with a great skill of coaching the real fundamentals

Steve's a basketball wizard. Even if you think you're an elite player, Steve will improve your technique by giving you the fundamentals that so many other coaches neglect. Definitely recommended.

Coach Steve broke down the body mechanics of shooting and ball handling for my son. My son has learned bad habits from volunteer coaches and was getting frustrated with his game. Steve was able to figure out what needed fixing and my son saw improvement in his shooting in just one session. He's looking forward to more session with Coach Steve.

Coach Steve is nothing less than the basketball scientist at work. He is very friendly and explains well why his methods work. He taught me how to make better moves, adjust my shot, and gave me a plan to work on between coaching sessions. I really appreciate the work he's put in to get the facts and help me correct some of my conditioned habits into better practices. Coach Steve would be perfect for anybody because he starts with the fundamentals and works his way up. In my case I am an adult player and open minded to learning new ideas that work better than I'm familiar with. If you're considering a new coach, there's no doubt in my mind that Coach Steve is the best out there!

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