Travel Basketball Coach

## Description

**Position Overview**

The Peter Blum Family YMCA is seeking passionate, reliable, and knowledgeable Travel Basketball Coaches to lead and develop youth athletes in a competitive yet values-driven environment. This role focuses on player development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and representing the YMCA positively at practices, games, and tournaments.

Travel Basketball Coaches play a key role in helping athletes grow both on and off the court while upholding the YMCA’s mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Plan and lead organized, age-appropriate practices focused on skill development, teamwork, and game strategy
• Coach teams during league games and weekend tournaments, including travel as required
• Teach offensive and defensive concepts, and basketball IQ
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and disciplined team culture
• Communicate effectively with players, parents, and YMCA staff
• Ensure player safety and enforce YMCA policies and codes of conduct
• Assist with player evaluations, team selection, and program events as needed
• Represent the Peter Blum Family YMCA in a professional and respectful manner at all times

## Qualifications

• Previous basketball coaching experience (travel, AAU, school, or club level preferred)
• Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals, rules, and game strategy
• Ability to work with youth athletes of varying skill levels
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Positive role model who emphasizes sportsmanship and character development
• Availability for evening practices and weekend games/tournaments
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to pass YMCA background screening requirements

**Preferred Qualifications**

• Playing or coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level
• Experience working in a YMCA or youth development setting
• USA Basketball, AAU, or similar coaching certification

**What We Offer**

• Opportunity to coach in a respected, community-focused organization
• Competitive part-time compensation (based on experience)
• Access to YMCA facilities and professional development opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on young athletes