Owner and Lead Trainer

Hoops Mechanic has worked with Cheyenne Parker, a talented professional basketball player in the WNBA. Coach D's expertise and guidance were vital to Cheyenne's development and growth during her time with the Chicago Sky. Today, as Cheyenne continues her journey with the Atlanta Dream, Hoops Mechanic takes pride in having contributed to the success of such an accomplished athlete, further solidifying his reputation as a trusted coach and mentor within the basketball community.

Coach D had the opportunity to train with Brea Edwards, a remarkable basketball player who made her mark at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) and continued her professional basketball career in Europe. Hoops Mechanic training sessions with Brea focused on honing her skills, refining her technique, and enhancing her overall performance on the court. Witnessing Brea's dedication and drive firsthand, Coach D played a crucial role in helping her elevate her game to new heights, demonstrating his ability to empower athletes and prepare them for success at every level of competition.

Hoops Mechanic played a pivotal role in developing and transforming Tyisha Petty, a standout point guard from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). Recognizing her potential, We focused on enhancing Tyisha's shooting abilities, resulting in a remarkable improvement in her statistics. Under his guidance, Tyisha's three-point shooting percentage surged from 26.4% to 39.2%. Additionally, her overall field goal percentage rose from 38.5% to 42.6%, while her points per game soared from 12.2 to an impressive 18.4 between her junior and senior seasons. Coach D's dedicated training and personalized coaching proved instrumental in unlocking Tyisha's full potential and maximizing her impact on the court.

Hoops Mechanic training played an instrumental role in the development and journey of JJ Platt, starting from his early days in 5th grade and guiding him to become an NCAA DI Point Guard at Jacksonville State University. Our comprehensive training and mentorship throughout the years helped shape JJ's skills, mindset, and overall basketball abilities. Recently, JJ decided to transfer to Christian Brothers University, a testament to his continued growth and the trust he places in Coach D's coaching expertise. Their collaborative efforts have paved the way for JJ's successful basketball career at the collegiate level, highlighting Hoops Mechanic's ability to nurture and elevate young talents.

We had the privilege of training Jasmine Hassell, a talented basketball player who made her mark at the University of Georgia. After her successful stint in the WNBA, Jasmine sought out Coach D's expert guidance to further enhance her skills and maintain her peak performance. Their training sessions focused on refining her technique, strengthening her basketball IQ, and ensuring she remained at the top of her game. Our coaching and mentorship continued to be invaluable to Jasmine as she transitioned into the next phase of her basketball career.

Hoops Mechanic played a pivotal role in the training and coaching journey of Tyler Erdman, beginning in the 7th grade and continuing throughout his high school years. Through dedicated training sessions and AAU coaching, Hoops Mechanic helped shape Tyler into a standout high school player. Tyler's exceptional performance and skills paved the way for him to pursue his basketball career at Bryan College, where he continued to thrive under Coach D's guidance. Our commitment to Tyler's development is evident in his successful transition from a promising young athlete to a collegiate player, showcasing Hoops Mechanic's ability to nurture talent at every stage.

Hoops Mechanic played a crucial role in the training and development of Reggie Upshaw Jr., a standout player at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). Through focused training sessions, Coach D worked closely with Reggie to improve his free throw shooting, significantly improving his percentages. Reggie's free throw percentage increased from 49.2% during his junior year to 72.4% in his senior season. Coach D's dedicated coaching and attention to detail played a significant role in Reggie's growth as a player, helping him excel both at the collegiate level and during his professional career with Telenet Giants Antwerp in Europe.

We had the privilege of training and coaching AnnaCaite Markham from the early stages of her basketball journey, starting in 6th grade. AnnaCaite displayed a tremendous work ethic and passion for the game from a young age. Through Hoops Mechanic's dedicated training and guidance, AnnaCaite developed her skills, honed her basketball IQ, and embraced a strong foundation for success. This early training and coaching laid the groundwork for her subsequent accomplishments, including winning an AAU National Championship with Donnelle as her head coach and earning a spot on the University of South Carolina Upstate's Division I basketball team. AnnaCaite's growth and achievements are a testament to the impact of Coach D's coaching throughout her formative years.

Coach D played an integral role in the training and coaching journey of Zoe Piller, starting from her 7th-grade year and guiding her to remarkable achievements. As her dedicated trainer and coach, Hoops Mechanic helped shape Zoe's skills and instilled a strong work ethic from a young age. Under Coach D's guidance, Zoe's talents shone as she contributed to an AAU National Championship victory. Zoe's dedication and growth as a player led her to continue her basketball career at the University of Western Florida. Recently, she decided to transfer to the University of Tampa, further highlighting her commitment to excellence and Hoops Mechanic's instrumental role in her development as a collegiate athlete.