Program Description:
This program will teach the vital basketball skills of dribbling, passing, and shooting. Techniques and game play will be taught in a fun and safe environment to enhance the overall knowledge of the game of basketball.
About the Instructor(s):
This program is instructed by Michael Pirog and Andrew Beaucar. Michael played football at Central Connecticut State University, and has countless coaching experience at various levels. Michael is a PE Teacher at St. Joseph School, and has a long tenure being a part of the BPRYCS department.
Tom Pirog has extensive experience playing and coaching sports as well as experience working with children through the department summer camps. Tom has played multiple sports at the varsity level and helps coach clinics at the Bristol Sports Armory and teams with Bristol Little League. Tom is excited to help prepare athletes for a higher level with Basketball this season!
Andrew Beaucar has been a part of the BPRYCS team for 4+ years. Andrew serves as a Physical Educator for the Bristol Public Schools and coaches multiple sports across middle school and youth levels. Andrew is excited to help coach another basketball season!
Program Benefits:
- Participants will be able to perform a combination of basketball moves (dribbling with both hands, crossover dribble, jump stop, pivots and various passes)
- Participants will understand the basics of rebounding
- Participants will be able to understand and participate in a 1/2 court 2 v. 1 drill.
