Train like a pro. Play with purpose.
Coach Poole Basketball Academy — Basketball Training in Bethesda, MD
Professional-level training, development and teams for boys and girls across the DMV.
Coach Eric Poole
- High Point HS (PG County)
- University of Richmond
- Professional Basketball Overseas
- Player Developer. Mentor. Coach.
The Journey. The Experience. The Difference.
Based in Bethesda, MD
Serving the DMV
Boys & Girls
Ages 6+
Elite Development
Skills. IQ. Strength. Character.
Compete & Succeed
Teams. Tournaments. Exposure.
What Parents Say
Families from across the DMV trust Coach Poole with their players.
"Coach Poole coached my daughter's team with passion and patience. He taught her how to play hard, play smart, and support her teammates."
"Having Coach Poole as a team coach was a game changer for our daughter. She learned more about basketball IQ and leadership in one season than she had in years."
"Coach Poole builds real relationships with his players. My daughter trusted him as a coach and looked forward to every practice and game."
"Coach Poole knows how to coach girls. He challenges them, encourages them, and makes sure they leave the gym better than they came in."
"Our daughter played for Coach Poole on a team and came home more confident every single week. His attention to detail and positive energy made a huge difference."
"Coach Poole's team environment is exactly what young players need — competitive, supportive, and focused on growing as athletes and people."
The Coach Poole Journey
From PG County to Division I to the Pros.
High Point HS
Prince George's County, MD
Built the foundation.
University of Richmond
Division I Basketball
Developed. Competed. Grew.
Professional Basketball
Overseas Experience
Learned the game at a professional level.
Coach Poole Basketball Academy
Bethesda, Maryland
Bringing experience home to develop the next generation.
Our Programs
Coach Poole Skills Clinics
Ages 6+
Individual and small group training to take your game further.
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Boys & Girls Teams
Ages 10+
- Bethesda Buckets
- Bethesda Buckets Select
- Bethesda Buckets Elite
Competitive local, regional, and travel teams.
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Little Buckets
Grades K - 2
Fun, fundamentals and confidence for our youngest players.
View Little Buckets detailsWhy families choose
Coach Poole
- Proven track record of player development
- Professional experience at every level of the game
- Focus on skill, IQ, strength and character
- Training that prepares players for what's next
- A positive, challenging and family-oriented environment
“My goal is simple: Help you become the best version of yourself on and off the court.”
– Coach Poole
Meet Coach PooleThe Journey Starts Here.
Train with experience. Compete with purpose.