Coming into high school I dreamt of playing at the college level. However, it was not until I met my mentor and friend, Coach T, that my potential truly began to bloom. Coach T took me under his wing and became both a mentor and friend to me.
With Coach T’s unwavering support and guidance, I underwent rigorous training, honing skills on and off the court. Coach T constantly pushed me to my limits, instilling confidence and teaching valuable lessons about teamwork, strategy, and resilience. Through countless hours of practice and competition, my talent grew, and my dream of playing college basketball turned into reality.
Coach T showed his support and belief in me on and off the court every day. He showed up for all the big and little achievements in my life. Today, Coach T and I still maintain our bond, reflecting on the journey that brought us both success and forging a friendship that will last a lifetime.
From the community
In their own words.
Every testimonial below represents a real relationship, a real journey, and a real transformation. These aren’t just reviews — they are the mission.
Athlete
Jalen Smith
7 years with Coach T®
★★★★★
“Being with Coach T for the past seven years has been a transformative experience for me. Not only is Coach T an exceptional coach, but he’s also been an incredible mentor to me. He’s always there when I need someone to lean on, offering guidance and support not only in basketball but in other aspects of life as well. Whether I needed advice on school matters or was dealing with family issues, Coach T has always been willing to lend an ear and provide invaluable insight. His positive attitude is contagious, and I genuinely consider him to be like family.”
North Rowan HS → UNC Charlotte
Mentorship
Marshall Overcash
Grades 5–8 with Coach T®
★★★★★
“Just the energy that he’s able to bring into a room — brightening young kids’ day — it’s really awesome to watch. Coach T has been more than just a coach; he’s also been a mentor to me. Teaching me life lessons, showing me how to grow as a character, as a person, but also just helping me develop my basketball game. He’s really been a great friend, a great mentor, and I really love him for that.”
Salisbury Academy → Gray Stone Day → Univ. of South Carolina
Mentorship
Brady Vallance
Student & Mentee
★★★★★
“Working with Coach T has been a transformative experience for me, both on and off the court. Coach T’s simple yet impactful gestures, like starting our sessions with a genuine ‘how’s it going,’ create a positive atmosphere. It’s evident that he understands the significance of the small things in shaping someone’s day. I value our relationship not just for the basketball skills I’ve gained but for the mentorship that extends far beyond the court.”
Clemmons Elementary → South Davie Middle → Davie County HS
Athlete
Emma Cornelison
JLT Fieldhouse Alumni
★★★★★
“JLT Fieldhouse really changed my life. I went in for help with basketball once a week and I left the gym with a life lesson every time. Coach T makes each lesson different from the others as well as spending one-on-one time with you for what you need to work on, while making it fun at the same time. Coach T is determined to make you better and believes in you every step of the way.”
Erwin MS → East Rowan HS → Auburn University
Mentorship
Evan Barber
Gray Stone Day School
★★★★★
“Coach T has taught me great and valuable life lessons and real-world skills that you need to succeed in life. Leadership and communication — those translate over to the basketball court, but whether it be a school project or something at your job, you need those skills to be able to lead and communicate with the people you’re working with. And when you can do that really well, everything’s just easier.”
Gray Stone Day School
Athlete
Corbin Barber
5 years with JLT Fieldhouse
★★★★★
“I’ve been with JLT Fieldhouse for about five years now, and I wanted to give back to Coach T the way he’s given to me. Coach T has been an amazing coach for me and I hope that I can be just as good of a coach as he was for these younger kids in the program.”
Gray Stone Day School → High Point University
Mentorship
Mariana Zapata
Salisbury High School
★★★★★
“Coach T has changed me. Not only has he helped me with basketball, but he also made me realize that you have to have a great attitude and a positive mindset. He taught me to be positive about everything and not to give up on what you are working for. That has helped me not only become a better basketball player, but also a better person.”
Salisbury High School
Athlete
Daquarius Foggie
A.L. Brown High School
★★★★★
“From day one I knew he was crazy about basketball as much as me. Working out with Coach T, I learned a lot — leadership, putting your team first. Coach T used to always tell me to let somebody else do it, do something else. Once he started doing that, I kind of already figured — oh yeah, he wants me to be a top dog.”
A.L. Brown High School
Mentorship
Jenna Wheeler
West Rowan High School
★★★★★
“Coach T is basically like my life coach and when I need advice or basically anything now, I just go to him.”
West Rowan MS → West Rowan High School
Mentorship
Wesley Ludwig
North Hills Christian / Faith Academy
★★★★★
“Coach T is a really good coach. He brings out the best in me. I don’t look at Coach T as just my coach, but I also consider him a friend that I can go to when I have a problem. He has always taught us to put our team before ourselves and that is why we play so well together.”
North Hills Christian → Faith Academy
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