Coaches & Trainers

All of our lead coaches/trainers are FIBA certified, which means they’ve been trained in basic & advanced basketball skills, conditioning, First-Aid, and nutrition. We understand the importance of learning the game the correct way the first time!

Jamal K. Atkins

Jamal is a cultural diversity and youth development specialist with over 20 years of experience designing and implementing youth sport programs, teaching, coaching and motivating youth. Jamal is a native Baltimorean and proud graduate of the Historic St. Frances Academy!

Certifications

• FIBA Africa Young Coaches

• FIBA Coaching Diploma Young Coaches Level 2

• International Olympic Committee Advanced Basketball Coaching

• The Jack Ramsey Up-Tempo Basketball Volunteer Coaches

• Sport in Action Coaching Certificate

• Life Saver International First Aid Course

• USA Basketball Gold Coach License

• Swiss Basketball Youth Coach J+S 1

Specializations
Sports Conditioning
Advanced Ball Skills/ Basketball I.Q.
Strength Training