Our Coaches are our product; that’s why we’re so picky about whom we choose to teach your kids. We’ve got some pretty high standards that must be met before they become First Shot Coaches. We’re proud to introduce our Coaches who guide our classes and make learning lots of fun.
Our Coaches
Head Coach Val
His winning smile and genuine enthusiasm has earned him lots of fans. He is a hands-on motivator and his passion is evident in his consistent performance. He brings a rich background in working with kids and understanding how best they learn. Val has been with First Shot for 13 years, working his special style of instruction.
Coach Darryl
Some may know him in the computer science world, but when he steps on the Court heading up our classes, Coach Darry always brings his A-Game, along with a special smile and an affinity for teaching children in a way that makes it fun to learn. No wonder his First Shot fans have grown steadily over the four plus years he has been with us.
Coach Marc
You will find him in lots of our classes, sharing his Basketball skills and contagious smile. When Coach Mark Is off the court, he is using his personality to sell Real Estate. He sold us on his ability to teach and work with our students.
Coach Isaiah
No wonder our students literally hang on Coach Isaiah. His easy-going style, infectious smile and expert instruction have earned him a big fan base. He is an ideal example of how our Coaches contribute to making First Shot the leading program in Queens youth basketball.
Coach Tyrell
It’s all about teaching and kids for Coach Tyrell that’s why he is working toward his career as a Physical Education teacher. We are delighted to have him share his knowledge. He is a favorite among our students. Must be that great attitude and constant smile.
Coach Jon
It’s easy to recognize Coach Jon. Just look down and you’ll see him wearing one of his many pairs of show-stopping sneakers in assorted colors and styles. Besides leading the way in footwear fashion, Coach Jon has all the right moves, and he loves working with our students teaching the skills that help players learn and improve.
Coach Elijah
Meet Coach Elijah, a former division 2 basketball player. We’re fortunate to have the benefit of his experience and love of sharing his knowledge with children. It’s clear he enjoys helping kids learn and build their confidence, always adding a dose of good sportsmanship to his teaching.
Coach David
When it comes to being passionate about basketball, Coach David says for him it’s more than a game, it’s a lifestyle. He brings this enthusiasm and sheer joy of teaching our students to every class. It may only be a year since David has joined the First Shot staff but we hope he’ll be sharing his knowledge with future players for a long time.
Coach Christian
Coming from the Philippines, Coach Christian brings us two decades of professionalism and leadership teaching basketball and player development. In the short year that he has been part of First Shot, he has used his skills to teach the game properly and impart a positive attitude.
Coach Nina
When it comes to experience, Coach Nina brings special credentials as a Professional basketball player. Her knowledge of the game and ability to teach has made her a favorite among our little learners as well as our older Powerball students.
Coach Rich
Growing up in Queens, Coach Rich is all about what the borough offers; often volunteering his time to worthwhile organizations. With basketball as a passion, Rich consistently brings his expertise to our students delivering First Shot’s style of making learning lots of fun.
