Born in Israel, Has been playing basketball since the age of five, averaging 23.3 PPG In high-school as starting point/shooting guard. Coach Dan has over 16 years experience coaching a wide variety of age groups, working with kids and adults, boys and girls, beginners and professionals alike; in teams, small groups and individual formats. Coach Dan emphasises on teaching, developing and improving
fundamentals and physical athletic abilities which are necessary for basketball. Currently living in Darwin NT, Australia, working with players and teams in different ages and levels:
Physical Education Teacher - O'Loughlin Catholic College
Personal Trainer for players in all ages and levels- beginners, intermediate and professional. Ansett Basketball club - Head coach U10 boys & girls, Coaches' education. Previous coaching positions:
Head Coach - Hapoel YMCA Jerusalem U16 Boys 2006-2007
Head coach - MaCcabi Kadima-Zoran Girls Basketball Club 2011-2015
Head coach - U16 NT State Team 2016 & 2017
Assistant Coach - Ansett BC League Men 2016-2017
Head Coach - Ansett Basketball Club League Women 2017-2018
Assistant Coach - Darwin Cyclones 2018
Coach Dan: "Basketball is a team effort. I believe that it all begins with communication and matching expectations with the players I work with. Every player, or team, has different needs- personally and professionally. My job as a coach is to adjust and create each player a tailor made suit which will help him or her to be the best they can be." Sports Education & Qualifications:
B.Ed β Physical Education
Registered Teacher - Northern Territory
Coaching course Level 1+2 β Israel
Association Coach Accreditation - Basketball Australia
Gym & Physical Fitness Instructor
Diploma β Applied Behavior Analysis
Swimming Instructor
Lieutenant in the IDF (Infantry)