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About
Students who take lessons with me seem to progress quickly. I do not spend any time on unnecessary drills, but use the practice time to teach basketball fundamentals that will help the student progress immediately. As a result, the student finds a even greater joy in playing basketball.
What I enjoy most about my work is showing students that they're already better than they think. They just need someone, like myself, to bring out those hidden qualities and gifts they naturally have. Along with teaching them new ones.
Overview
Hired 20 times
Serves Pasadena, CA
Background checked
2 employees
Business hours
Sun6:00 am - 9:00 pmMon6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Venmo, and Zelle.
Top Pro status
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2019
2018
Services offered
Specific skill(s)
Shooting
Ball handling
Rebounding
Passing
Work location
My customers travel to me
I travel to my customers
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Excellent 4.9
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John W.
Jun 4, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
My 11 year old son just had his first lesson with Don and truly enjoyed it. He has taken lessons before and my son son said he was much better than my last coach. Don was patient and very honest with his feedback. He was clear on what he will work on to improve my son's game.
Details: 10-13 years old • 2 - 5 years • Shooting • Rebounding • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location
Basketball Lessons
Omar P.
Oct 9, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
My nephew was in need of a trainer to help him improve on his fundamentals. Coach Don has put him through great fundamental drills and is showing improvement. My nephew loves working with him and has provided me with good feedback. Great coach!
Details: 14-17 years old • 1 - 2 years • Shooting • Ball handling • Rebounding • Passing • What the coach recommends • 60 minutes • I travel to the basketball coach
Basketball Lessons
Weber C.
Apr 1, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Coach Don is an excellent basketball teacher. He is experienced, patient, and knows how to work with all ages and skill levels. He emphasizes on fundamentals of the basketball and aims at maximizing one's potential. I recommend Coach Don highly to anyone who is serous about taking his/her basketball ability to the next level.
Details: 6-9 years old • 1 - 2 years • Shooting • Ball handling • Agility • What the coach reccommends • 60 minutes • Willing to work around the coach's schedule • As recommended by the coach • Need more information before hiring • I travel to the basketball coach
Basketball Lessons
Abraham O.
Jun 3, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Before my left hand was very weak and couldn't left hand layup. After only one week I was able to make left hand layups better than my right hand. This just shows the great value of being taught. I highly recommend for the learning experience if you want to get better.
Details: 10-13 years old • 1 - 2 years • Shooting • Ball handling • Agility • 60 minutes • Willing to work around the coach's schedule • As recommended by the coach • Need more information before hiring • I travel to the basketball coach
Basketball Lessons
Sarah y.
Mar 30, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Don is a very good coach. He offered a free lesson to teach my daughter and my son at my house. And he is professional and responsible. I have decided to hire him. Thanks for his effort.
Details: 6-9 years old • No experience • What the coach reccommends • 60 minutes • As soon as possible • On an ongoing basis • Ready to hire the right coach now • I travel to the basketball coach • The basketball coach travels to me
Basketball Lessons
Credentials
Background Check
Donald Crockett
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$65.00 a student per lesson.
*A lesson normally last one hour.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
On the first lesson I primarily listen to the client's need and wants, and observe. This gives me the opportunity to see the student's strength and weaknesses. Which allows me to target my teaching more effectively.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Experience. 26 years of it. Results. Many current and former High School and College players.
