MEET OUR COACHES
COACH LARRY DANIELS
EDUCATION
FIBA CERTIFIED COACHING LICENSE #2012024771 - Certified Top Level for International Basketball
AUSTRALIA LEVEL 2 COACHING LICENSE
EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIV., Ypsilanti, Michigan - Towards B. A. Degree - Criminal Justice (11 Credits Remaining) - 1994
EASTFIELD COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Dallas, Texas - Received 2 Year Associate of Arts Degree - General Studies - 1993
NAVARRO COLLEGE, Corsicana, Texas - Towards Associate of Arts Degree - General Studies - 1991
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
Outstanding leadership skills
Great communicator
Great attention to detail and a team player
Ability to deal with numerous, complex and unrelated issues
Excellent judgment and decision making ability
Great player recruiter & scout for prior teams
Excellent basketball coach, trainer and mentor of young men & women
INTERNATIONAL BASKETBALL EMPLOYMENT HISTORY – Professional Coach/Trainer/Administrator/Scout/Player
MaxHoopSkills Basketball Institute - Dallas, Texas & Bundaberg, Australia 2009-Present
Proprietor, Head Professional Basketball Trainer/Head Coach, Scout, Tournament & League Director
Manager of all day to day operations including, overseeing all staff, budget, marketing and recruiting
Trainer of basketball players at all levels up to and including at the Professional Level
Strength Training & Mentorship & Operator of AAU program for junior girls and boys
Focuses on player development in all facets including skillset, tactical, game knowledge
Bundaberg Bulls - (AUSTRALIA-QBL) 2015 & 2016
Head Coach Men’s Professional Team & Developmental Program Director
Bundaberg Bears - (AUSTRALIA-QBL) League Semi-Finalist 2015 & 2016
Head Basketball Trainer& Associate Head Coach Women’s Professional Team
Queensland Basketball League - (AUSTRALIA) 2015 & 2016
Future Development Coach – Bundaberg, Australia
Aussie Basketball Travelers & Horizon Sports Events - (USA Travel Teams) 2013-2016
Head Coach & Head Basketball Trainer, Mentor
Europe Summer League, Arab Summer League & Australia Summer League - International 2009-Present
Head Coach - Training Camp Director - USA Professional Team vs European/Australia/Asia/Arab Teams
Coached vs. International Professional Cup Teams: Italy, Serbia, Australia, Latvia, Estonia, Hungary, Sweden,
Finland, Denmark, Russia, Norway, Macedonia, Lebanon, Tunisia, Egypt, Morocco, Philippines, Bahrain & UAE
2011 & 2012 Italian Basket Jazz Camp, - Perugia, Italy 2011-2012
Head Coach/Trainer & Player Mentor
PSM All-Stars & West Coast Hotshots, International Basketball League (IBL), Phoenix, AZ (2011) 2010 & 2011
USA All-Stars, International Basketball League (IBL), Los Angeles, CA (2010)
Head Coach, Head Professional Basketball Trainer, Training Camp Director - Undefeated season (9-0) 2011
Boys & Girls Club (BGC) of Colin County 2010-2014
Director of Basketball Development
Canyon Creek Christian Academy (Richardson, Texas) 2010-2011
WINNER of The DISTRICT COACH OF THE YEAR AWARD in 1st year (CCCA District; Dallas, Texas) Head Coach, 8th grade girls varsity & 7th grade girls varsity basketball
Assistant Head Coach - High school boys varsity & girls varsity basketball
Assistant Head Coach - High school boys junior varsity basketball
Irving Mustangs. United Basketball League (UBL), Irving, TX 2010
Team Owner, Head Professional Basketball Trainer, Head Coach
Manager of all day to day operations including, overseeing all staff, budget, marketing and recruiting
Albuquerque Thunderbirds, Dallas, TX (NBA D-League) 2009
Professional Basketball Trainer & Evaluator with NBA D-League head coach
Dallas Wranglers. United Basketball League (UBL), Dallas, TX 2009 - 2010
Head Professional Basketball Trainer, Coach, Player Mentor & Evaluator
Maximum Performance Basketball School, Dallas, TX 2008 - 2011
Athletic Trainer, Coach, Mentor and Life Skills Instructor
James Brown Publishing Inc, Dallas, TX Feb. 2008 - 2011
International Marketing and Sales Director
Prossin Sports Management Inc., Seattle, WA (International Basketball Agency) Mar. 2007- Present
Director of Player Development, Professional Basketball Trainer, Training Camp Director,
International Scout & Player Mentor
International Basketball 1995-2008
Professional basketball player (see attached International Player Coaching Resume for more details)
player/assistant coach on numerous top level professional teams & their Junior & youth teams throughout this time period, developmental trainer, strength coach, video coordinator, Mentor - An Nasr, Kuwait 2007-08; Dwv Club, Holland 2007; Al Hala, Bahrain 2006-07; Ubizen Echo Hasselt, Belgium 1999-01;
Frolunda, Sweden 1997-98 (Selected as a Top 5 Player in European Basketball history in Offensive Efficiency)
Continental Basketball Association (CBA/IBA) 1995-2001
Professional Player as well as Assistant Coach & Player Development - Flint Fuse 2000-01,
Grand Rapids Mackers 1998-99, Oklahoma City Calvary 1997-98, St. Paul Slam 1996-97,
Minot Snowbears 1995-96
Maximum Performance Basketball Camp, Dallas, Texas 1995-1999
Coach/ Trainer, Mentor and Life Skills Instructor during summer months
NBA CAMPS (Player) 1995, 1998, 1999, 2001
Dallas Mavericks, Milwaukee Bucks, Houston Rockets, Toronto Raptors
COACH ERIC McCARTY
Head Basketball Coach/Mentor/Skills Trainer
Expertise: Player Development & Motivation … Strengthening &Conditioning … Communication Skills
Goal driven and dedicated offering practical and progressive success as a coach and former collegiate basketball player. Recognized for propelling performance to unprecedented levels through hands on leadership and practical and aggressive training. Talented in applying player and program assessment to optimize individual player and overall team development, achieving the trust and confidence of parents, school administrators, and the community. Actively employ superior communication and team building to ensure that athletes are better prepared to thrive on and off the court. Thrive on challenging players to reach beyond their comfort zones giving them the confidence and will to achieve the ultimate goal of becoming a better player.
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Career Progression |
PLAY BALL NATION – Mansfield,Texas 2019 – Present
Head Basketball Coach, High School & 5th Grade Boys
Acheived several Adidas Gauntlet tournament wins
Developed the team and players to several meritorious honors, such as:
Provided leadership and mentorship to assist several players in obtaining connections with college coaches and scouts.
Teams had several high level finishes in Adidas Gauntlet Tournaments.
MAX HOOP SKILLS – Dallas, Texas 2018 – Present
Associate Trainer/Head Coach
Assist in facilitation of skills training sessions for children of all ages.
Responsible for development and implementation of game plans and training sessions.
TEXAS ELITE BASKETBALL – Mansfield Texas 2017 – 2018
Head Basketball Coach, High School and 6th Grade Girls
Joined this organization with a approximately 20-25 teams to play a key role in the development of the basketball program, driving the players to play with confidence and reach their full potentials as basketball players.
Responsible for development and implementation of practice and skills training plans.
Responsible for organizing travel plans and communicating with players, parents, and organization staff to ensure cohesiveness within travel.
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL – Argle, Texas 2016 – 2018
Head Basketball Coach/ 5th and 6th Grade Girls
Led teams to numerous tournament victories and helped players develop both mentally and physically.
Fostered social responsibility and acceptance as well as teamwork and healthy competition between kids during basketball sessions by strategically implementing drills to focus on team building and sportsmanship.
LEE GREEN BASKETBALL - Lewisville, Texas 2014 - 2017
Head Basketball Coach/Skills Trainer
Instructed boys and girls ages 6 – 17 in the basic skills necessary to play basketball by providing hands-on teaching and through stations to prepare them for competitive games.
Coached HS Boys/Girls with a focus on teamwork, work ethic, and trust.
Conducted individual and small group skills training sessions to assist players in achieving maximum skill sets.
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Basketball Highlights, Honors, and Awards |
Built a distinguished basketball career, from high school through college , including:
College Basketball Awards:
2006 Athletic Hall Of Fame Inductee -Southwestern Christian University, Oklahoma
1997 First Team All-American Honors, Southwestern Christian University, Oklahoma
1997 First Team All Region Team, Sooner Athletic Conference
1996 Second Team All-American Honors, Southwestern Christian Untiversity, Oklahoma
High School Basketball Awards:
North Lamar High School -First Team All-District 1993
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Education, Certifications, and Professional Affiliations |
Southwestern Christian University – Bethany, Oklahoma 1993-1997
Bachelor of Science-Psychology, Human Relations
NCAA Certified Basketball Coach 2014-Present
CPR and First Aid Certified Present
Coach Irin Pruitt
Education & Certificates:
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb Illinois (2006)
Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Management
Certified USA Basketball Youth Coach, License # 41765987: 2020 - Current
Ministry Safe Training for Youth Sports Certification, #YC 060034: 2019 - Current
Excellent Communicator with Players & Parents
Player Development
Personalized Training Plans
Game Strategies
Creation of Camp & Practice Plans
Player Evaluations
Rules & Regulations
Max Hoop Skills - Grapevine, TX (2019 – Present)
Youth Basketball Skills Trainer PreK – 8th Grade
Head Coach – 5th Grade Boys (Spring 2020)
Develop weekly training plans for group sessions based on skill sets of participants
Create drills that simulate game like scenarios to prepare players for on the court success
Founder of Game Time Skillz Organization – Highland Village, TX (2019 – Present)
Youth Basketball Organization focused on developing the proper skills, fundamentals, and techniques for young boys and girls to succeed at the next level
Teach rules of the games through drills, techniques and competitive sportsmanship
Partner with Trietsch Memorial Church to host basketball camps for kids ages 7 - 13
Develop customized Small Group & Private Skills Training based on age, and skill levels
Upward Sports Youth Basketball Coach - Flower Mound, TX (2018 – Present)
Co-Ed Youth Basketball Coach
* Head Coach 1st/2nd & 3rd/4th Grade Teams
Teacher of 360 Progression Techniques designed to develop players mentally, athletically, spiritually, and socially
Create hands on stations and drills designed to prepare players for games
Lee Green Basketball - Lewisville, TX (2016 – 2017)
Head Coach for following teams during tenure
* 5th Grade Boys
* 7th Grade Boys
* Boys 13/14U
* 9th/10th Grade Boys
Coached teams to multiple tournament victories throughout tenure
Lead 7th grade boys team from last place to best record in the league in 2017
Responsible for leading Group Skills Training Sessions
Responsible for evaluating talent during open tryouts
Developed weekly practice plans for all coaches and teams within the organization
