Private Lessons & Coaches in Hollywood Park, TX

Having spent two decades honing my craft, I'm passionate about fostering a love for basketball in players of all levels. My coaching emphasizes fundamental skills, strategic thinking, and fostering a supportive team environment where every player can thrive.

"Review by Jordan T. (Age 12, Beginner Player) “Coach Taylor made basketball fun from day one. I had never played before, but now I can dribble, shoot, and even do layups! He’s super patient and always encourages me to keep going. I actually look forward to training every week!”

I played three years of division 3 baseball and after I was a head coach for La Pryor High School for two years. I was also an a division 1 director of player development at Texas A&M Corpus Christi this past year.

I have always been a proponent for the importance of a strong foundation in mathematical education. Along with an insatiable curiosity to understand all the complexities of nature. I decided to go back to school and become a math major with the hopes of becoming a school teacher or college professor some day. Along the way I have found that I also have another passion. Over the course of the pandemic I learned exorbitant amount about cooking, various techniques, cooking on a budget etc.

I have been a coach for 29 years. I am currently a high school softball coach and teacher. I have coach baseball and softball for over 20 years. I have trained on the select baseball and softball side as well. I am blessed to coach in a program where we work hard every week and our players all perform at a high level. We are ranked as one of the top high school programs in the state of Texas. I teach all skills related to the game as well as strength and conditioning programs that are related. I coach at East Central High School, we are a 6A-Division 1 program. My responsibilities include building practice schedules for our varsity and junior varsity teams as well as a focus on player development grades 9-12. I call all varsity level game pitches and focus on our program pitching staff. I coach all defensive positions as well as offensive and defensive strategies.

I’m Tae Daley, a former Division I defensive back from Vanderbilt University & Virginia Tech and professional athlete with experience at the highest level, including the Arizona Cardinals and Calgary Stampeders. Let’s be real most players are training wrong. They’re doing drills that look good on social media but don’t translate on the field. No structure. No real understanding of leverage, positioning, or how to actually win reps. That’s why they stay average. I train defensive backs and skill positions who want real results. Not hype. Not wasted reps. Real development. When you work with me, you’re getting: • Pro level technique that actually shows up on film • Position specific footwork, transitions, and reaction training • Game IQ that separates you before the snap • Real feedback, real corrections, and real accountability I’ve been in the film rooms. I’ve lined up against elite talent. I know exactly what coaches are looking for and what gets you on the field. If you’re serious about earning a spot, getting recruited, or dominating your competition, this is where that starts. If you’re not ready to be coached hard, this isn’t for you. But if you are, let’s get to

With 7 years on the field, I cultivate aspiring football players by focusing on technique, strategy, and sportsmanship. I'm dedicated to fostering a fun, challenging, and rewarding learning environment. My passion fuels player growth and achievement.

I am a bilingual native Spanish speaker. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish from Dartmouth College and several years of experience as a Spanish Drill Instructor for small groups of students. My undergraduate experience included a semester of study in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I have also lived in Mexico. My teaching style is to start simple, while gradually introducing more challenging skills as we go. I enjoy engaging students’ interests and creativity for a personalized learning experience.

I’m a two-time state championship basketball coach, Euro League champion, Coach of the Year, and elite talent evaluator focused on building disciplined, high‑IQ athletes. As an Air Force veteran, I bring accountability, culture, and precision to every team. I help players grow, teams elevate, and programs reach their highest potential.

"Coach Patrick believed in me before I believed in myself, and his patient teaching helped me grow fast. He breaks things down in a way that makes the game feel simple and doable.

I have D1 and Futures level competition experience, and more importantly have coached for over 10 years. I've coached several high school varsity teams, USTA adult league teams, and individuals from 8-65 years old of all levels. Aside from that I am a retired Special Operations Combat Medic with 15 years of medical