Private Basketball Training & Coaches in Elsmere, DE

I specialize in high-intensity technical training focused on fundamentals and game-speed reactions. My coaching emphasizes the "mastery of the basics"—specifically footwork, agility, and precision. Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate player, I provide personalized plans tailored to your goals. As a mobile coach, I meet you at local public courts or parks for convenient, elite skill work. I provide the training plan and agility tools; you just bring the energy and your ball!

Hi, My names is Derek. I’ve been a basketball player my entire life. I’ve played basketball since the age of 7. I have a unique story that brought me to player development.

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Professional overseas basketball player with 10+ years of experience. Former standout at Saint Joseph’s University and Player of the Year at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School. Experienced coach and mentor dedicated to developing athletes and guiding players through the basketball journey

Basketball has been my compass: I coach with discipline, insight and a steady sense of purpose. With several years of teaching experience, I specialize in skill development, game IQ and individualized, motivating instruction that advances performance and confidence. I played high school basketball at Franklin Learning Center, Philadelphia, PA. I was a point guard/shooting guard, playmaker, etc. got hurt right before I went to college and the college just wrote me off went into a deep depression.

I have taught hundreds of kids the fundamental and advanced levels of basketball I had elite experience I was a four year starter at Bensalem highschool I scored over a 1000 points I’ve played professionally in France and china

With two decades of basketball coaching, I cultivate skill and sportsmanship. My approach blends focused training with enjoyable sessions, fostering a deep love for the game. I help players of all levels unlock their full potential.

"Benjamin was a great coach, coming from a beginner with no talent, he taught me the fundamentals of the game and improved who I was as a player

My passion is basketball and my motivation is make it a passion for you too. I’ve grown up with a basketball past playing it most of my life and being around it since I was a young child. Having had multiple siblings play division 1 basketball including one currently playing professionally I’ve had no choice but to be around the game. I train any age and experience level and will work to build a more disciplined, skilled, smart, passionate basketball player.