St.John's Rec Center

Bio: Hi, I’m Amr! I’m a former professional basketball player with 11 years of experience playing in Egypt’s top league and representing the Egyptian National Team, including the FIBA U19 World Cup. I specialize in player development — from mastering fundamentals to elevating your game to the next level. Whether you’re just starting out or chasing elite performance, I’ll help you grow your skills, confidence, and basketball IQ

Bio: As an experienced coach in AAU basketball across the East Coast, I have successfully led high school teams in various New York City tournaments. My coaching philosophy centers on nurturing young talent, emphasizing skill development, sportsmanship, and personal growth both on and off the court. I am committed to shaping these athletes into future champions, with a focus on their all-around development.

Bio: For a decade, I've been driven by a passion for unlocking athletic potential on the basketball court. My coaching philosophy centers on fostering fundamental skills while nurturing a love for the game in every student.

Bio: I'm passionate about fostering a love for basketball in every student I coach. With 20 years of experience, I provide personalized guidance and proven strategies to elevate your game, whether you're new to the court or a seasoned player. Let's unlock your full potential together!

Bio: I'm passionate about cultivating a love for basketball in every student I teach. With 25 years of experience, i got into coaching at 17 years of age and have been passionate about the game ever since . I provide personalized guidance and support to help athletes of all levels reach their full potential on and off the court. Let's work together to elevate your game!

Bio: For three decades, I've had the privilege of coaching basketball and witnessing the transformative power of this sport. My coaching philosophy centers on fostering a love for the game while developing well-rounded athletes through personalized training and mentorship. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the court!

Bio: With six years dedicated to honing basketball skills, I provide focused instruction to elevate your game. My approach combines strategic fundamentals with personalized coaching, ensuring every athlete achieves their full potential. Let's build a stronger foundation together, one session at a time!

Bio: With 18 years dedicated to basketball, I empower athletes to elevate their game and unlock their full potential. I foster skill development, strategic thinking, and a deep passion for the sport. Let's work together to achieve your goals.

Bio: It's my passion to unlock the potential I see in every player, from seasoned athletes to those just stepping onto the court. With 23 years of playing experience and 6 years of both training and coaching I've honed a coaching style that's both encouraging and effective. Let's work together to elevate your game.

Bio: For nearly two decades, I've had the privilege of guiding aspiring athletes toward their basketball goals. My coaching is grounded in a deep understanding of the game, emphasizing fundamental skills and fostering a true love for the sport. Let's work together to elevate your game!

Bio: As a lifelong student of basketball with 27 years of playing experience, I'm passionate about instilling fundamental skills and fostering a love for the game in every athlete I work with. My approach blends technical expertise with a focus on building confidence and resilience.

Bio: A former Division II collegiate basketball player and ranked among the top 500 high school juniors in the Tri-State area, I’ve had the privilege of competing with and against future NBA champions and participating in elite summer league tournaments. I also served as a basketball instructor for five years, developing strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills that continue to inform my professional approach today.

Bio: Driven by a passion for basketball, I've spent the last 16 years nurturing aspiring athletes. My coaching philosophy centers on building fundamental skills, fostering teamwork, and instilling a love for the game. Let's work together to unlock your potential on the court!

Bio: With 15 years on the court, I'm dedicated to fostering skill development and passion for basketball. Former four year full-scholarship recipient with 3 men’s basketball conference championships. I create a supportive and fun environment, guiding players to reach their full potential. My extensive experience shapes a unique coaching approach tailored to individual needs.

Bio: Kino is an experienced basketball player and coach with a passion for fostering talent and inspiring athletes. Having played basketball since the age of 3, he has played for 4 years in high school, 4 years in college, and in semi-professional leagues with multiple tournament wins. His approach emphasizes fundamental skills, advanced improvement, and strategic gameplay, creating well-rounded players. He guarantees improvement, defensively and offensively, from the first lesson, to take your game to the next level.

Bio: With 35 years dedicated to basketball, I cultivate both skill and sportsmanship. I provide comprehensive instruction for all skill levels. Let's unlock your potential and elevate your game!

Bio: For over twenty years, I've had the privilege of sharing my passion for basketball with players of all levels. I played collegiately at NYU as the starting point guard my freshman year (and had multiple prior Division I offers). My strengths include exceptional ball handling, strategic attacks to the basket and personal shooting techniques, identifying individual weaknesses and fine tuning each strength to create unstoppable moves. I can dribble three balls at a time and teach many two ball dribbling skills that will heighten your awareness as a player while drastically improving your game. (Want to learn to dribble three balls? We can do that too.) My coaching blends technical expertise with a deep understanding of the game's nuances, fostering both skill and basketball IQ. Let's hit the court and elevate your game together.

Bio: I’m Coach Mel Harris, a professional basketball skill development coach based in NYC. I’m a 94FTOfGame Certified Skills Coach, under the mentorship of 3-Time NBA Champion, Coach Phil Handy. DurtttyWork Inc. is our player development company and platform that we train through, with two other coaches onboard as well. We focus on Skill development and the details wrapped around basketball, whether it’s ball handling, shot mechanics, passing, defense, making the right reads in a offensive or scoring on all 4 levels of the court, DurtttyWork has you covered! We’ve had the opportunity to train on all skill levels from NBA/WNBA down to youth basketball, so our teachings and experience is very wide-ranged and helps us train at the highest level. Everyone learns different, so we do our best to administer actions geared around customizing the session for the client(s). Before making DurtttyWork, I have over 15 years of playing experience. From high-level high school basketball and leading the city in assists to playing at a D2 Junior College, nationally breaking 3pt records in the NJCAA, winning two city championships and second place in the Region 15 Championship. To playing at a D3 NCAA college and breaking more 3pt records there as well. After college, I played Semi-Pro basketball in the ABA, followed by a Pro Exposure Tour in Puerto Rico. After signing my next full contract to play in the Dominican Republic, the Covid-19 pandemic had forced myself to retire early and took the opportunity to create a platform for player development and youth skill development.

Bio: With over two decades of basketball playing experience, I cultivate players' skills and foster a deep love for the game. I offer tailored guidance, focusing on technique and strategic thinking, creating a positive and challenging learning atmosphere. My dedication is helping athletes unlock their full potential. As a former Virginia high school state champion and student-athlete for New York University's Men's Basketball team, I know first hand what it takes to compete and train at the highest levels.

Bio: My passion for basketball goes beyond the court. For 7 years, I've helped aspiring athletes of all ages unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Let's work together to elevate your game.

Bio: For two decades, I've cultivated basketball skills in players of all levels. My experience focuses on fundamental mastery and strategic gameplay, fostering both confidence and sportsmanship. Join me to unlock your full potential on the court!