Coach George & Coach Jeff:
 
We enjoyed meeting you last night.  We were very impressed with your program and your technique to not only explain to the players what to do but also why to do it.  Too often instructors only teach what to do but not the “why” part. Cody is very excited to begin training with IBA and feels that the program will take his game to a whole new level.
   
Thank you
Sherry Wilcox

Hi Jeff,
 
Andrew’s squad won conference with 13-1 record.  First game of States was a walkover against Moscow.  Our second game was against #1 Minico that fields two All-State players…including 6′10″ post.  In the words of our starting guard, “Andrew smoked him”.  Andrew was Player of the Game as he held their post to 6 points (2 while Andrew was on the bench) and ZERO offensive rebounds (had 5 total).  We won by a bucket.  The state championship went into overtime and we lost by a bucket to Madison. Team was 21-5 for the season.
 
“Your” boy done good!  Andrew got an offer from TVCC last week and is in the process of thinking it through.  

Dave Timmons

Carson has developed his shot with good elevation and a nice follow through!

Marie Probeyahn won the 2011 Maryland State Freethrow Shooting Contest this past week. She attributes her success to “practicing alot” and “learning the correct shot form during her training in the IBA program”. Congratulations Marie!

Dear Coach Jeff,
 
Thank you again for all your hard work with the kids!  Hudson came in knowing only the little his rec coach has covered this season – and we’ve already seen such a big improvement!

Good Morning Jeff,
 
I have to tell you…  Katie’s 7th grade AAU team has entered a high school summer league (in Montgomery County) to play against 9th graders.  Last night they played Whitman HS and won 47-24.  Here’s what I have to tell you…  Katie grabbed a rebound in the lane…the opposing Center threw her hands straight up and stood in front of Katie… Katie put up a looping shot (over the volleyball pole!) that swished.  The crowd went nuts!  I just want to let you know your drill perfectly prepared her for that moment.  Nice job!
 
Regards,
Paul

Andrew’s having a good year averaging 26 or 32 minutes per game.  Either #2 or #3 in scoring (8-10 points per, mostly six footers from the baseline or layups))  Defense is good.  Never really grew much since you worked him…listed at 6’5” and about 215 lbs.
 
Last night at Middleton, two early fouls sat him on the bench for all but three minutes of the second and third.  Then the beast took over.  Down by 6 at the start, Andrew scored 3 times and locked down their Elite travel-team center to ZERO shoots in the fourth.  Oh, and with 15 seconds left and with a three point lead, steps to the free throw line for two.  “TIME” by Middleton coach to ice the beast.  Back to the line……. Nothing but net both shots.  Awesome.
 
You built a beast. Feather in your cap, Coach.  Thanks for all the hard work with Andrew!
 
Dave Timmons

Meet Jeff Eakins:

Jeff Eakins is the founder and President of International Basketball Academy. He grew up in the world of basketball as his father played 10 years in the ABA/NBA. Jeff’s basketball experience includes a successful high school career and a brief time in the D-1 college ranks. Jeff has learned the game of basketball at the feet of his father and assisted him in his coaching endeavors after completing his playing days.

Jeff has coached with the Idaho Stampede of the NBA D-League which included working with players from the NBA’s Portland Trailblazers and Seattle Sonics as well as stars from the collegiate ranks. Jeff’s business contacts and networking abilities have helped him establish the International Basketball Academy in other States as well. Jeff has been able to put together a team of coaches and players to assist in his Academy that will bring a wealth of knowledge and quality to his program. These Ex-NBA players, coaches, and others will be a great asset to the State of Maryland as well as developing the skills of the youth in this community.

Coach Jeff’s ability to analyze a player’s form and abilities then adjust their mechanics in order to produce a fundamentally sound player has quickly built his reputation as a basketball player’s coach throughout the country. His unique ability to see what a player is doing wrong and then explain to them not only what they are doing wrong, but why they are doing it and how to fix it themselves has helped him produce one of the best programs in the country.

To contact Jeff, email him at coachjeff@shotdoctor.org

Meet George Probeyahn:

Coach George Probeyahn has been a staple in youth athletics here in Maryland for many years. Coach George specializes in weight training as well as speed and agility training for athletes in 4^th grade up through the college ranks. Having been a personal strength trainer to athletes of all ages for a number of years, Coach George has the ability to develop the young athlete physically to maximize peak performance. Coach George’s experience in training athletes began as an athlete in college himself. Over the years, Coach George has honed his training skills and built his personal training facility that rivals those of any in the area. This facility is equipped with machine and free-weight equipment that will quickly enhance the performance of any athlete. Coach George has been very successful in helping young athletes get ahead of the competition through his personal development and progress-keeping methods.