ABOUT.

Meet Terry Drake.

A Respected Leader in Player Development

Terry Drake is a nationally certified basketball trainer and one of the most respected names in Alabama’s basketball development community. Based in Birmingham, he has spent over a decade helping athletes transform their skills, mindset, and game performance through structured, high-level training.

Coaching & Training Credentials

  • Ganon Baker Certified Pro Staff Trainer – Level 3
  • Founder of Terry Drake Basketball / Pinnacle Basketball, LLC
  • Assistant Varsity Coach – Ramsay High School
    • Led team to two Final Four appearances
    • Won an AHSAA 4A State Championship
  • Director of Player Development – Ramsay Lady Rams
    • Guided the team to an Elite Eight appearance
  • Head Clinician at numerous national basketball camps
  • Certified leadership and entrepreneurship instructor
  • Public speaker and author focused on athlete development and character

Notable Athletes Trained

  • Amar’e Stoudemire – NBA (New York Knicks)
  • Jamarr Sanders – NBA D-League (Austin Toros)
  • Trevor Lacey – McDonald’s All-American / University of Alabama
  • Ricky Tarrant – Tulane University
  • Hundreds of youth, high school, and collegiate athletes

Training Programs Offered

  • One-on-One Skill Development
  • Small Group Sessions
  • College-Bound Athlete Training
  • Strength & Conditioning Integration
  • Video Breakdown & Game Analysis
  • Basketball IQ and Leadership Training
  • Customized Plans for All Levels

Current Training Locations

  • Birmingham, AL
  • Carbon Hill
  • Winfield
  • Jasper
  • Fayette County

Why Train with Coach Terry?

  • Over 10 years of proven results with players of all levels
  • Deep understanding of player development—from skill to mindset
  • Combines technical training with leadership and life coaching
  • Builds confidence, character, and game-day performance
  • Known for creating a culture of excellence and accountability
  • Offers video feedback and personalized progress plans
  • Frequently scouted and respected in the prep and college recruiting scene

Mission

Terry Drake’s mission is simple:

To develop well-rounded athletes who compete with skill, lead with character, and grow with purpose.

Whether you’re a beginner or a college-bound athlete, training with Coach Terry is about more than basketball—it’s about building a foundation that lasts beyond the game.

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