Basketball Training in Kensington Maryland

Why Players Thrive with Ness Basketball Coaching

Our Silver Spring training programs are designed for real progress — blending structured skill work, strategic insight, and personalized support that builds players who perform with confidence.

Customized Skill Enrichment

Players refine critical basketball techniques, including shooting accuracy, ball control, dynamic footwork, and effective finishing — all through drills tailored to their skill level and goals.

Game Intelligence & Smart Play

We help athletes deepen their court awareness, improve decision‑making in pressure situations, and develop the instincts that separate good players from great ones.

Practice Tools for Outside the Gym

Every athlete receives a personalized at‑home practice routine to reinforce what’s learned in training and accelerate their development between sessions.

Training Formats for Every Goal

Whether you prefer focused individual coaching or high‑energy group sessions, we offer both pathways to enhance fundamentals and competitive readiness.

What is our Goal?

As a committed basketball trainer, my #1 priority is results—no exceptions. Every program I run is built to help athletes become more confident, skilled, and game-ready. As a parent, you want your child to succeed and rise above the competition. When an athlete fully commits, my training system will deliver exactly that.

WHat Type of Athletes Are We Looking For?

Players with the following traits
We love working with players that have these 2 main traits: a love for the game and a desire to get better. Improvement is inevitable for athletes that carry these 2 traits while buying into our training philosophies. Halfway committed players and players that have a slight interest in basketball can still improve through my program but their results come slower and are less dramatic than those that have unquestionable dedication to our process.

Skill Development Programs Offered in Silver Spring

Focused One‑on‑One Coaching

Private training sessions designed to sharpen technique, build confidence, and address individual improvement areas.

Structured Group Skill Sessions

Engaging, coach‑led group workouts that challenge players through drills, competition, and teamwork.

Shooting and Ball‑Handling Focus Clinics

Targeted skill workshops that enhance shot mechanics, scoring options, release speed, and advanced dribbling.

Year‑Round Player Development Camps

Comprehensive camps that combine skill instruction, physical conditioning, and game‑situation exercises — ideal for motivated players committed to year‑round growth.

Our Philosophy for Player Growth

At Ness Basketball, we believe true development stems from consistency, a growth mindset, and actionable skill application.

Developing Consistent Habits
Regular, structured practice sessions help players build muscle memory and confidence that carries into competitive play.
Encouraging Personal Accountability
We teach athletes to take ownership of their progress by tracking effort, practice, and improvements over time.

Skills That Support Competitive Play
Every drill, exercise, and coaching cue is designed to translate directly to actual game conditions — not just practice success.

Confidence Through Real Improvement
As players see measurable progress, their self‑belief increases — empowering them to compete with poise and leadership.

How does my Basketball Training program work?

Kensington Basketball Training - Ness Basketball

Elite Basketball Skills Training in a Structured, Focused Environment
Our group basketball training program offers high-level, technical instruction in a consistent and disciplined setting. Each session, players train for one hour at a set time, with intense, skill-specific basketball instruction that sets the tone for the entire week. This focused environment promotes real, measurable growth for every athlete.

Hoops Journal – Player Accountability and Basketball IQ Development
During every session, athletes are required to document their key takeaways in a Hoops Journal, helping them understand not just what to work on, but also how to apply it during real game situations. This builds ownership, awareness, and basketball IQ—crucial traits for long-term development.

At-Home Drills and Skill-Specific Homework
To accelerate progress outside the gym, players receive a detailed homework plan of basketball drills tailored to their individual needs. These drills are designed to target and improve weaknesses each week. At the start of each session, players are tested on their at-home work to ensure continuous improvement.

Group Basketball Training with Daily Progress Tracking
For those enrolled in our group basketball classes, daily development tracking is mandatory. Players log their progress in the Hoops Journal and align it with our basketball academy’s weekly goals and homework plans. This holistic approach ensures long-term growth and transformation on and off the court.

Are you ready for the next step?

After completing the form below, I'll be in touch to set up a brief call.

The goal of this call is to learn more about your child’s strengths, current challenges, and basketball goals so I can determine how our private basketball training program can best support their development. If it’s the right fit, we’ll move forward with an evaluation session. If not, I’ll recommend another program or academy that may be better aligned with your child’s needs.

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