AJ JOHNSON
Houston
Summary
- Title: Basketball Coach | Player Development Specialist | Program Builder
- Availability: Open to Travel & Relocation
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Elite Skills Coach | D20 Basketball – IFN Basketball
09.2024 - 08.2025
- - Developed 17U National Team athletes in advanced offensive and defensive execution
- - Led regional HS & MS teams, reinforcing fundamentals, pace control, and basketball IQ
- - Designed a 6-hour youth camp with NBA player De’Aaron Fox, training large athlete groups
- - Built structured workouts focusing on efficiency, confidence, and competitive toughness
Contract Basketball Coach | Cy-Fair Elite Basketball
08.2024 - 10.2024
- - Conducted high-intensity sessions for youth athletes, emphasizing discipline and skill growth
- - Led development programs for elementary and middle school players focusing on fundamentals and awareness
Founder & Operator | Triple Threat Nation Basketball Training (VA)
01.2020 - 01.2023
- - Founded and operated a basketball training business for grades 5–12
- - Designed individualized development plans, including shooting, ball handling, footwork, game IQ, strength, and conditioning
- - Organized camps, clinics, and small group sessions with strong client retention and community engagement
- - Marketed the program via social media, partnerships, and grassroots outreach
JV Coach | Charlottesville High School
01.2020 - 01.2021
- - Led player development emphasizing skill refinement, conditioning, and mental toughness
- - Collaborated with varsity staff to implement a unified system and playbook
- - Mentored athletes in leadership, resilience, and team-first culture
JV Coach | Monticello High School
01.2019 - 01.2020
- - Managed JV program operations and aligned development methods with varsity standards
- - Developed offensive sets, defensive rotations, and situational execution
- - Conducted film sessions to strengthen basketball IQ and decision-making
Head Coach | Shelbourne Middle School
01.2018 - 01.2019
- - Designed season-long development plans emphasizing fundamentals, decision-making, and leadership
- - Integrated academic accountability and character development into team culture
- - Improved late-game execution and team composure
Head Coach | Skyline Middle School
01.2017 - 01.2018
- - Directed practice planning, game strategy, and player development
- - Implemented progressive skill-building systems to enhance team cohesion
- - Established standards of discipline, sportsmanship, and accountability
Founder & Head Coach | XL Sports World – Mini Dunkers Program
01.2014 - 01.2017
- - Created youth programs in NC, ME, and VA focusing on fundamentals, coordination, confidence, and fun
- - Built sustainable enrollment through community partnerships and referrals
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management & Physical Education
Mayville State University
01.2016
Skills
- Player Development & Skill Training
- Practice Planning & Curriculum Development
- Program Leadership & Culture Building
- Offensive & Defensive Strategy Implementation
- Game Strategy, Adjustments & Scouting
- Film Evaluation & Basketball IQ Development
- Athlete Mentorship & Communication
- Community Engagement & Program Growth
Coaching Philosophy
Develop confident, disciplined athletes through high-repetition skill work, game-real decision-making, and accountability-driven culture. Every session is designed to translate to improved performance in competition.
Coaching Profile - Summary
High-impact basketball coach with 10+ years developing athletes from 5th–12th grade, elite travel programs, and high-level skill development. Proven ability to build competitive team cultures, elevate individual performance, and implement systems that translate directly into game success. Founder of a successful basketball training business, with experience in practice design, player progression, leadership development, and mentorship. Former collegiate and overseas professional player (NCAA DI, DII, JUCO, NAIA), offering advanced game insight and leadership.
Player Development System
- Master fundamentals under pressure
- Build basketball IQ: spacing, pace, reads
- Enhance competitive toughness with situational training
- Foster leadership and composure on and off the court
- Transfer skills to live-game performance
Playing Experience
NCAA DI, DII, JUCO, NAIA, United Kingdom, Norway, Ireland, El Salvador, International experience strengthened adaptability, leadership, and understanding of diverse playing systems
Timeline
Elite Skills Coach | D20 Basketball – IFN Basketball
09.2024 - 08.2025
Contract Basketball Coach | Cy-Fair Elite Basketball
08.2024 - 10.2024
Founder & Operator | Triple Threat Nation Basketball Training (VA)
01.2020 - 01.2023
JV Coach | Charlottesville High School
01.2020 - 01.2021
JV Coach | Monticello High School
01.2019 - 01.2020
Head Coach | Shelbourne Middle School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Head Coach | Skyline Middle School
01.2017 - 01.2018
Founder & Head Coach | XL Sports World – Mini Dunkers Program
01.2014 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management & Physical Education
Mayville State University