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Binderhoops
Skills
Academy
WHERE PLAYERS BECOME GREAT SHOOTERS


Steven Binder, aka, “Bingo” has been involved with basketball for his entire life — as a player, at all levels including an award winning college career and as a travel and AAU head coach. Steven has trained and studied the art of shooting & developed his winning techniques for over 25 years. He helps players become more fundamentally sound shooters & scorers of the basketball, builds confidence and just become better overall players as a result.

He works with beginners, youth, high school, college and professional players & teams – He has also been a scout for the New York Knicks.

In college, Coach Binder was known as one of the best outside shooters in the entire NCAA and was nationally ranked in the top ten of the NCAA for Free Throw and Field Goal percentage. He was also nominated for the GTE Academic All-New England and All-American teams.

Steven helps players achieve results through proper techniques & developing the right mental approach.

  • WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Proper fundamentals of becoming an excellent shooter. Repetition is key- training your mind and body so you can shoot consistently is critical to becoming a sharp shooter.
  • IMPROVING YOUR SHOT: Observe the pattern of shots taken and missed. Why are shots missed? Learn the fundamentals to become a better shooter.
  • THE SYSTEM: Learn about B.E.E.F- Balance, Eyes, Elbow, and Follow-through. You will be taught the fundamentals to becoming an accurate and consistent shooter, which includes learning proper mechanics, jump shooting, foul shooting, distance shooting, and importantly, the learned skill of getting open to receive the ball and shoot.
  • FOUL SHOOTING: Can be the difference in winning and losing games. Better foul shooting can be learned with proper technique, training & practice. Increased made free-throw percentages by at least 10 -15%. The psychology of superior foul shooting will be covered. Steven has helped players from youth to professional to be more confident & improved free-throw shooters.
  • TAKE ACTION: If you want to be a great shooter, improve fundamentals and technique, score more points and enjoy the game even more, call The Shooting Skills Coach.

Steven has decades of experience training male and female players at ALL skills levels beginner to advanced. His system teaches confidence and consistency through training and having a positive mental approach.

Steven Binder is involved with skills training, clinics and speaking events with the following organizations:

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MEDIA & OPINIONS

“Steven is a master shooting skills instructor. He develops players to improve their skill level. And, the way he works is mindful, respectful and effective.”
Mike Flynn
Mike FlynnOwner Philadelphia Belles Nike Elite Teams, Blue Star Media and Board Member of the McDonald’s All American Team
“Steven is an excellent shooting skills trainer. He develops players and makes them better. Plus, he helps raise confidence levels & with becoming a great shooter, that is key. He is very professional and is committed to improving your game. If you are looking for real results this is your trainer.”
Glen Grunwald
Glen GrunwaldExecutive Advisor of Canada Basketball, Senior Advisor of the Memphis Grizzlies & Former General Manager of the Toronto Raptors and NY Knicks, NBA
“Steven Binder is a skilled basketball trainer. As a former basketball player – he understands what it takes to get players & teams to the next level. Steven is a talented, passionate and devoted developer of basketball players.”
John L. Raybin
John L. RaybinPresident, Greenwich Stars Basketball Organization
"Coach Binder cares about developing young athletes into better versions of themselves. I witnessed this first hand as an AD when observing Steven coach our boys basketball team. He improved their basketball IQ, developed their fundamentals, and taught them invaluable life skills. Coach Binder is one of those rare people that finds a way to bring out the best in those around him, both on and off the court.”
Jeff ShirkDirector of Athletics, The Pine School
“Steven’s expertise as an elite shooting coach with youth, college and pro players is unique. His techniques and understanding of how every player is different allows for extraordinary results.”
Jerry PowellSkills Trainer, Basketball Results, NY
“Steven dramatically helped BOTH my son and daughter’s shooting techniques and offensive skills set. They have become more confident players as a result, and their love of the game has increased in such a positive manner. After trying many other skills trainers, Steven is the real deal and makes the workouts fun too.”
Parent of High School & Middle School Players.
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Steven Binder, professional skills trainer & coach, was named Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach at The Pine School of Hobe Sound, Florida. Steven will lead this program in player development, coaching & help foster the growth of the entire basketball program at all levels for the school. The Pine School, an elite college preparatory school, plays a highly competitive sports schedule.

2023 - 2024 Season Summary

  • 19-3 (Best Record in School History)
  • Sweet 16 Finalist in the Florida High School State Athletic Association Tournament (First Time in School History)
  • #16 in the State Class 2A Rankings (Best in School History)
  • #1 in the District for Total Offense
  • #1 in the District for Total Defense
  • Coach Multiple All-State and Academic All-State Players
  • Selected by the Florida Athletic Coaches Association: Coach of the Year for Class 2A
  • Selected by the Best of Palm Beach Tournament: Head Coach for the 2024 Palm Beach County Girls Basketball All-Star Classic-North Team
  • Selected by the Florida High School Athletic Association-Florida Athletic Coaches Association:
    Head Coach for the 2024 FACA Girls All-Star Basketball Classic-South Team
  • Watch: The Pine School's incredible season on Fox News