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Coach Jamal Whaley, your go-to expert for all things basketball. With a USA Basketball Gold License and professional training certification from none other than Los Angeles Lakers Assistant Coach Phil Handy, Coach Jamal brings a wealth of knowledge to the court. His extensive experience includes playing in FIBA regulated Pro Leagues and actively participating in Semi-Pro basketball. With 8 years of coaching under his belt, he has worked with athletes of all skill levels, helping them unlock their full potential. Currently, Coach Whaley serves as the Assistant Head Coach for the Fallbrook High School Warriors, where he's molding the next generation of basketball stars. Get ready to elevate your game with Coach Jamal!



I began playing golf after working at a summer camp in the late 90’s. I signed up to coach basketball, but the Bulls were in the Finals again, so by the time I got to camp, the only sport left to coach was golf, and I had zero playing or coaching experience in that sport. I had been an athlete all my life and a coach for almost a decade by that point, so I figured, “How hard can it be?” I found out quickly it was very hard, but also challenging in a way that kept me completely compelled to learn. I spent that summer learning the game from 10 year olds. We would drive over to the local course in rural Pennsylvania nearest the camp in the late afternoon, the sun getting low as we’re out there laughing and having a blast, usually at my expense. I vividly remember my mind being blown at the concept of hitting down, to make the ball go up. Fascinating! I got hooked, came home after camp, jumped into any and everything golf; Tiger Woods, Dave Pelz, Rick Smith, David Ledbetter, Golf Channel, etc., etc. I got pretty good quickly, played all over the place, signed up to attend a golf instructor school in 2002 and the rest is history. I’ve given thousands of lessons coast to coast, including Maui, Scottsdale, NYC, San Diego and even Tijuana. I have a deep knowledge of the game and swing mechanics, combined with a sincere passion to help anyone of any ability learn the game I have come to love so much. I’m looking forward to working with you soon! Thank you!
"I learned more in 20 minutes of my first lesson with Opie than I did in four lessons with my previous coach. Opie is patient and realizes golf is hard to learn and frustrating. I appreciate the hands on approach and adjusting what needs to be fixed and showing you the right form and what things should look like. I feel like I might actually learn to golf now!