
DEVELOPING SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN'S NEXT GENERATION OF PLAYERS
MEET THE FOUNDER
Rodney Turner Jr
Coach Rodney is a former collegiate and high school basketball player who discovered a passion for helping players improve through coaching. With over 8 years of training experience, his athletes have earned opportunities to play college basketball at every levelfrom Division I programs to NAIA schools. Grounded in detailed instruction, Coach Rodney draws on both his playing and coaching experience to guide every player toward their goals. His authentic personality and ability to connect with athletes creates an environment where players feel comfortable taking risks, learning from setbacks, and pushing beyond their perceived limits. Coach Rodney doesn't just develop basketball skills he builds confident, adaptable competitors who understand that effort and learning fuel long-term success.
Coach's coaching philosophy centers around holistic player development, focusing not only on technical skills but also on leadership, teamwork, and mental toughness. His personalized approach ensures that each player receives individualized attention and tailored guidance to maximize their potential.


OUR TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
Development Through Deliberate Practice
At Step Up Basketball Training, we believe skill advancement comes from structured learning and purposeful competition. Our goal is to develop young athletes into fundamentally sound, adaptable players who compete with purpose, learn through effort, and elevate teammates. Every training session focuses on detailed fundamental work proper shooting mechanics, efficient footwork, confident ball-handling, and intelligent defensive positioning. We teach athletes to view setbacks as stepping stones, transforming mistakes into learning opportunities that accelerate development. This learning-first mindset, combined with proven coaching methods, has helped 25+ athletes earn college basketball opportunities across all competitive levels. Located in southwest Michigan, Step Up Basketball Training serves youth and high school athletes throughout the greater Kalamazoo area who are serious about taking their game to the next level.


