Guelph's premier Basketball Development Service

Quotes & Testimonials

"Any player from Guelph who is any good has gone through Shaker."

James Gillingham
OFSAA CHAMPION
Canadian National Team
Div1 Bradley University
Bundes Liga West Germany

"Without Shaker I wouldn't be where I am today, I've learned everything from him."

Sarah Teeter
Ontario Provincial Team
University of Guelph Gryphons

"Over the last 3 years of participating in the Shake True Hoops program, I have seen my skills and confidence in myself improve tremendously."

Kim Cupid
OFSAA Gold Medalist
District 10 All-Star

"It's great to see kids develop in front of your eyes over the course of the summer. We teach the kids not only basketball skills but also life lessons that help them grow. The students are not forced to participate and they are allowed the choice to have fun. In my experience every child enjoys their time and wants to continue playing throughout the camp. Children make new friends and learn to play as a team during their time here."

STH Coach Sean McKenna

"Steve has a great ability to communicate the essentials to young athletes."

Leo Rautins
Toronto Raptors NBA analyst
Head Coach Team Canada

"There are precious few 'talented' coaches at any level of sport. I think Steve has a true talent."

Dan McNally
Athletic Director Acadia University
Former University of Guelph Football Head Coach

"Steve has worked on the development of my three children's basketball skills for the past 9 years. He is as astute at recognizing children's potential (physically, spiritually, and mentally) to play ball as he is a player of the game."

Mark Franklin
Parent

"As I watch my children's individual basketball skills improve, what has been ever more rewarding is seeing their increased enthusiasm and confidence towards the sport."

Claire House
Parent

"Shaker helped me develop my game throughout my career. His knowledge and instruction allowed me to round out my skills so I could succeed at the next level."

Mike Ayanbadejo
Professional ball player in Europe
4 time District 10 All-Star, 2 time District 10 MVP
3 time member of the Ontario Provincial Team

"Shaker helped me understand the game and how I could work hard to become an all-star at this level. He always prepares you for the future."

Koven Padayachee
University of Guelph starter (4th year)
1996 District 10 Dunk Champ

"The sound base I got from Shake True Hoops allowed me to add a new dimension to my game every year since I was twelve."

Chris Popofski
3 time District 10 All-Star
University of Guelph Gryphons

"Shaker's one-on-one skills sessions forced me to work on my skills and pay attention to detail."

Darren Veira
2 time District 10 All-Star
University of Wilfrid Laurier starter and Rookie All-Star

"STH Summer High Intensity Program is the most beneficial training I have ever received. It develops every aspect of your game so that you become fundamentally sound."

Mike King
3 time District 10 All-Star
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Div. 1
Canadian National Team Member
International Pro-Player

"I didn't have a lot of experience but in one summer I improved my vertical by 8 inches. I can now dunk the ball and have become a defensive presence as a starter."

Chris Scott
1 time District 10 All-Star
University of Wilfrid Laurier

"As much as Shake True Hoops has helped me with my basketball skills, it is the lessons I've learned to apply off the court, that I will retain for my entire life. Whether it be in school or at work, my work ethic learned through Shake True Hoops gets me to the top."

Scott Jastpers-Fayer
University of Cape Breton Capers Captain
Team Ontario 03-04, D10 MVP