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Reliability

Always reliable ⭐ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.

Average rating

5.0

6 ratings•5 reviews

Malcolm Richardson

Very professional and the communication was fluent. High level shot making and ball handling drills that will prepare you for the next level.

Khaleem Taylor

Me as a small guard I find it challenging to score over taller defenders or zones. It was very helpful to go through certain simulations or scenarios to help me find my spot or small windows for openings to not only be aggressive to score but to create for others out of that same action

Semaj Stone

Very patient and detailed. Focused on the smaller things to perfect the basic and fundamentals.

Brandon White

High intense workout that challenged me to push myself into another gear I didn’t know I had. I’ve learned a lot about my game in 2 sessions that I never realized before. Basics and fundamentals go a long way.

Elijah Hester

Working out with him made me realize I have to get in better shape and take my conditioning serious. We focused a lot on my weaknesses and how to be effective with less dribbles.

Beginner training plan

Your first lesson1. Warm-Up & Dynamic Stretching Goal: Get the body ready and prevent injury. Activities: • Jogging around the court (2–3 laps) • High knees, butt kicks, lateral slides • Arm circles, trunk twists, ankle rolls

Lesson 4-104. Shooting Form & Practice Goal: Build correct shooting mechanics. Drills: • Form shooting close to basket (1-hand focus, B.E.E.F. principle) • Layup lines (start with dominant hand) • Spot shooting (short range only — 2–3 spots) 5. Basic Footwork & Defense Goal: Introduce movement without the ball and defense stance. Drills: • Defensive slides (no crossing feet) • Closeout technique (run-stop-hands up) • Jump-stop and pivot drills (learn control when catching the ball)

Lesson 2-3 2. Ball Handling Basics Goal: Introduce dribbling with control and awareness. Drills: • Stationary dribbling (right hand, left hand, crossover) • Walking dribbles (zigzag with right/left hand) • “Keep It Low” game (dribble under knee height for 20 seconds) 3. Passing Fundamentals Goal: Learn accurate and safe passing techniques. Drills: • Chest pass and bounce pass with partner (10 reps each) • “Pass & Move” drill (pass then run to new spot) • Monkey-in-the-middle (if there’s 3 players, focus on timing & spacing)

Advanced training plan

Your first lessonLesson 1: Elite Ball Handling & Decision-Making Focus: Tight handle under pressure, change of pace Warm-up • Dynamic mobility (hips, hamstrings, shoulders) • 2-ball dribbling: 2 sets of 30 seconds (same time & alternating) Main Drills 1. Cone Alley Dribble Series (10 min) • 6 cones, 2 feet apart: combo moves at each cone (inside-out + cross, behind-the-back + spin) • Emphasize change of speed 2. Live Defender Pressure Drills (15 min) • Partner plays full-court 1-on-1 defense • Offense focuses on protecting the ball and finishing 3. Read & React Drill • Partner shows hand late: you choose split, retreat, or blow-by • Use decision-based reactions to screens (hedge, switch, drop) 4. Attack & Kick Drill • Drive hard, draw help, kick to shooter • Use skip, pocket, and hook passes off dribble Finisher • 1-on-1 from different zones (wing, top, corner, high post) • Max 3 dribbles, emphasize counter-move use

Basketball with Naquil J.⭑ 5.0 (6 reviews)

How it works

Lesson 4-10Lesson 4: Perimeter Defense & Lateral Speed Focus: Elite-level on-ball defense, reaction time, lateral agility Warm-up • Defensive stance holds, lateral shuffle + closeout • Resistance band slides (2 sets of 20 sec) Main Drills 1. Mirror Drill • Mirror partner for 30 sec sets • Emphasize reaction and lateral movement 2. Closeout + Contain • Partner catches ball, defender must closeout then contain 1-2 moves • Add contest at end 3. Pick & Roll Defense Reads • Practice ICE, hedge, and switch coverages • Rotate defenders through all reads 4. Defensive Transition • Sprint back, locate ball, closeout shooter • Simulate scramble situations Finisher • 1-on-1 full court to 3 dribbles • Defenders rotate each rep • Goal: force pickup or tough shot ⸻ Lesson 5: Game IQ + Conditioning Focus: In-game reads, decision-making under fatigue, competitive edge Warm-up • Mental warm-up: call out situations (e.g., “10 seconds left, down 2”) • Jog + sprint variations with ball Main Drills 1. Advantage Drills • 3-on-2, 4-on-3, decision-based • Score or create within 5 seconds 2. Time & Score Situations • Simulate 3-point lead, 1 minute left • Work end-game execution (both sides of ball) 3. Sprint + Score • Full-court sprint into shooting or finish • Immediately reset into defense 4. Conditioning with Ball • 30-second sprint-dribble combos • Finish each sprint with shot or pass under pressure Finisher • Controlled 3-on-3 or 4-on-4 full court • Use rules: no ball screens, only 2-dribble limit, or 10-sec shot clock • Reflect on decisions after each possession

Lesson 2-3Lesson 2: Advanced Shooting & Footwork Focus: Off-the-dribble, off-the-catch, footwork precision Warm-up • Form shooting: 3 spots, 10 makes each • “Hop or 1-2” footwork reps: 10 each footwork Main Drills 1. Transition 3s • Sprint into spot, catch-shoot • Mix pull-ups and spot-ups 2. Drift & Relocate • Corner relocation, drift baseline reads • Emphasize footwork off movement 3. 1-Dribble Pull-up Progression • Left/right pulls from 5 spots • Add jab series, hesitation first 4. Off-Screen Shooting • Down screen to curl/fade/pop • Partner feeds at game pace 5. Step-Back & Side-Step Series • High repetitions, tight footwork • 5 makes per move each direction Finisher • 50 makes from 5 spots (10 per spot: mix of off-the-catch & pull-ups) • Track time and make percentage Lesson 3: Finishing Masterclass Focus: Finishing through contact, off both feet, ambidextrous touch Warm-up • Mikan variations (regular, reverse, 1-foot) • Floaters from dotted line (5 each hand) Main Drills 1. Contact Finishing Drill • Use pad or body contact • Finish high off glass, through contact 2. Euro/Pro Hop Series • Euro, pro hop, jump stop into finish • Add live defenders for challenge 3. Wrong Foot, Wrong Hand Finishing • Work on deceptive footwork and off-hand finishes 4. Reverse & Inside Hand Finishes • Layups on opposite side to avoid shot blockers • Work under-the-rim craft 5. Floaters & Runners • 3 zones: short, mid, long floater range • One-dribble floaters & off-glide stops Finisher • 1-on-1 from the elbow down • Finishing over rotating shot blocker (use big dummy/partner)

Cancellation Policy

We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!

If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.

And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.

Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!

Basketball lessons with

Naquil Jones

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Basketball lessons with

Naquil Jones

From$35.43 per lesson

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Happy Student Score

Outstanding

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This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.

Coach Rating

5.0

Happy Student Score

Outstanding

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This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.

Coach Rating

5.0

About your basketball coach

For two decades, I've been driven by a passion for unlocking the potential within every basketball player. My coaching philosophy centers on building a strong foundation of fundamental skills while nurturing a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Let's work together to elevate your game.

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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts

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Years Playing: 20 years

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Given: 14 lessons

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Accomplishments

➕guard, wearing the #12 jersey. Overall Stats Summary: gp 28, pts/g 19.7, fg% 44.8, 3pt % 33.6, ft% 73.0, reb/g 5.2, a/g 3.8. Captain 1st team all-conference 1st team all-region Conference finals MVP 2015-2017 Slippery Rock University- played as a guard and wore #12 jersey. Overall Stats Summary: gp 40, pts/g .412, 3pt % .313, reb/g 129. Captain All PSAC Second Team 2017 El Salvador Tour Team MVP

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Happy Student Score

Outstanding

Reliability

Always reliable ⭐ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.

Average rating

5.0

6 ratings•5 reviews

Malcolm Richardson

Very professional and the communication was fluent. High level shot making and ball handling drills that will prepare you for the next level.

Khaleem Taylor

Semaj Stone

Very patient and detailed. Focused on the smaller things to perfect the basic and fundamentals.

Brandon White

Elijah Hester

Working out with him made me realize I have to get in better shape and take my conditioning serious. We focused a lot on my weaknesses and how to be effective with less dribbles.

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