02/02/2026
My Story…
I fell in love with basketball at eight years old. From that moment, the game became more than just something I played — it became a part of who I was.
As a youth player, I had no real guidance or mentorship. I learned the game mostly on my own, which meant I made every mistake that comes with trying to figure things out without direction. Looking back, those struggles shaped me — they taught me what it feels like to love something but not fully understand how to grow within it.
My high school career reflected that same underdog path. I played freshman basketball, got cut my sophomore year, and had to fight my way back. As a junior, I played both JV and varsity, and that season became my best year in high school. It wasn’t because of awards or recognition — I never had any big accomplishments. The real change was internal. My obsession to get better grew tremendously, and I started to realize that growth came from consistency, detail, and relentless effort.
I eventually went on to play JUCO basketball, proving to myself that perseverance could still create opportunity. I even took it a step further and accomplished my goal of playing pro in Girona, Spain — a place where, ironically, my love for the game began to fade.
But that experience didn’t end my relationship with basketball. Instead, it transformed it. I took everything I learned — the setbacks, the mistakes, the loneliness, and the growth — and used it to fuel a new purpose.
Today that purpose lives through Overly Dedicated Basketball. I have worked with top NBA players, all american collegiate players, and (my favorite) helped countless players receive D1 - D3 scholarships.
My day-to-day is now centered around being the mentor I once needed. Finding driven, hungry athletes and helping guide them in the right direction so they can maximize their potential and succeed on all levels.
Contact me if needed — I’m here to help.
