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EDUCATING BASKETBALL IN THE RIGHT MANNER
REAL SKILLS NYC
OUR CLUB IN NUMBERS
2.5K+
Games Played
100+
Trophies Won
500+
Club Members
65%
Win Ratio
REAL SKILLS NYC
EXPERIENCE ELITE COACHING AND ADVANCED BASKETBALL SKILL ENHANCEMENT
At Real Skills NYC, passion meets purpose both on and off the court. As a premier Training and Development Academy located in New York, we are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of basketball stars aged 4 to 17 years old. Our mission is to offer comprehensive basketball training and mentorship that not only enhances athletic skills but also builds character, discipline, and leadership.
REAL SKILLS TEAM
Daon Merritt
Founder & Head Coach of Real Skills
Daon Merritt, Founder and head coach of Real Skills NYC, brings over 20 years plus of experience as a former professional player and coach. A standout athlete from St. Raymond’s High School, Daon played at collegiate and professional levels before transitioning to coaching, where he has become known for his deep knowledge of the game and dedication to developing young talent. His leadership and passion have made Real Skills NYC a cornerstone in the community, providing athletes with the skills and guidance to excel both on and off the court.
REAL SKILLS NYC
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2021
Summer
City of mine
City of Mine Summer Champs 2021
2022
Summer
Reigonal CAMPs
Summer Reigonal Champs 2022
2022
Summer
National camp
Real Skills NYC National Summer Champs 2022
2024
Summer
National champs
Varsity Team - FCP Summer National Champs 2024
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REAL SKILLS NYC
Recent Achievements
King of the court aau champs
JV Team
2024
Stars & Stripes Classic AAU Champs
JV Team
2024
Sunday summer slam aau champs
varsity team
2024
1-1 classes from just $60
Working with Real Skills NYC has enhanced my performance and abilities on the court. I have steadily advanced to performing and even demonstrating some impressive finishes, all thanks to our coaches' training.
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