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Our Mission
Basketball is my vehicle; life is the lesson. I want to help the next generation of players grow in a positive and supportive way, providing the teachings, workouts, and tools to become the best version of themselves — on and off the court.
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The
Core
Of
Me
Basketball has been more than a game for me—it’s been my teacher, my challenge, and my way to impact lives.
I started as a kid in England, playing for my local club and quickly realizing I loved the game more than most around me. That passion carried me across the world to Australia, where I continued to chase opportunities to play, coach, and grow.
Over the years, I’ve worn many hats: player, coach, mentor, and student of the game. I’ve been fortunate to learn from incredible coaches and programs across the UK, Europe, and Australia, each experience shaping the way I teach today.
What I’ve learned is simple: basketball is bigger than just wins and losses. It’s about growth, discipline, teamwork, and resilience. It’s about helping players become not just better athletes, but better people.
Now, through Coach Morley Basketball and Buckets Academy, my mission is to impact 100,000 players—on the court and in life. Every drill, every conversation, every session is designed to teach skills that transfer well beyond basketball.
This isn’t just about building players. It’s about building people, one basket at a time.
The Journey
Coaching started young — helping younger kids in my village, supporting my dad with cricket, and stepping into leadership roles in Scouts. At 16, I began coaching my school’s year 7 basketball team.
After university, I joined a local community program, working with kids from challenging backgrounds. Watching them grow as players and people solidified my passion for coaching.
Key mentors shaped my approach:
- Coach Troy (high school coach) — taught me hard work, teamwork, and the importance of small details.
- Father Jay (All Saints Basketball Club) — showed me that every player deserves your best, always.
- Jordan Lawley (NBA Player Development Coach) — during a week of camps in 2019, I learned how to differentiate player development from team training, help players leverage their strengths while addressing weaknesses, create drills for both 1-on-1 and large group settings, and most importantly, pass on knowledge efficiently using short, detailed cues that let players discover how to apply them.
A defining moment came in 2018 at FRENCHY USA Camps in France. As the only non-American coach, I initially felt out of place, but quickly found my role and became the lead coach. Mentoring players and fellow young coaches during this experience cemented my commitment to full-time basketball coaching.
Coaching Philosophy
I focus on more than just basketball skills. My sessions help players:
- Persevere through challenges
- Build communication and accountability
- Develop confidence and life skills alongside basketball IQ
I invest time in relationships with players and parents, ensuring a supportive environment where growth happens naturally.
Over my career, I’ve coached players who have progressed to college basketball in the U.S., semi-professional leagues in Australia and the UK, and beyond. I hold coaching qualifications across the UK, U.S., and Australia, with a strong sport science foundation to back up my methods.
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