Private Lessons & Coaches in Green Cove Springs, FL

I bring over 15 years of basketball playing experience and a lifelong dedication to the sport. Throughout my playing career, I received multiple offers to compete at the collegiate level, but due to relocation, I was unable to pursue those opportunities. Despite that setback, my commitment to basketball never wavered, and I have since focused on developing my skills as a coach and mentor. My goal is to help you achieve success, on and off the court!.

With over 27 years dedicated to basketball, Played at the collegiate level and Professional level for 11 years. Recently retired from basketball and looking to cultivate players' skills and strategic understanding of the game. My approach emphasizes fundamentals, high IQ, while fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment. Join me to elevate your game!

"Been working with Coach for many years. The confidence he give me in the training has helped me make my middle school teams and play JV as an 8th grader. Look forward to making varsity this season

Coach Eric Caler most recently served briefly at Edward Waters University after serving at Allen University of the SIAC as the Wide Receivers Coach and Head Coach of Allen's Men's and Women's Track and Cross-Country programs. While at Allen for the Fall 2024, Caler led a WR group that produced three receivers (Nanders Lawrence, Kaleb Commings, Montrell White) within the top twenty in receptions, yards and touchdowns, number two kick return man in the SIAC Conference, and top five kick returner (N. Lawrence) in the country in division two in 2024. While leading the track program through 2025 SIAC Indoor season culminating in conference champions and national qualifiers Measha Jones, and Jhyrique Mangum with 3 runners up and ten All-Conference performers. Prior to Allen, Caler served as the running backs coach, special teams coordinator and recruiting coordinator at Lake Erie College, an NCAA Division II program in Painesville, Ohio, in August 2023. Prior to his time with the Storm, Caler earned his Master of Science degree in Kinesiology from Alabama A&M University while also working as an offensive graduate assistant coach with the Bulldogs' football program for two seasons, where the offensive staff was awarded 2021 AFCA minority offensive staff of the year. Caler spent the 2020 season at Highland Community College, Highland, Kansas as the wide receivers coach for the Scotties, where he guided Deontay Campbel to All-Conference Honorable Mention honors in the spring season of 2021, and he would eventually become NJCAA All-American. Before entering the collegiate coaching ranks, Caler spent a season as the offensive coordinator at Advance Prep Academy, a post-graduate institution in Auburndale, Florida, in 2019. He also spent time at Westside High School in Jacksonville, Florida as the football teams' offensive coordinator and wide receivers' coach, guiding receiver Kenny Davis to All-Conference honors along with Central Michigan recruit Javon Gantt and as the track and field team's head girls' coach and jumps coach guiding 2018 FHSAA girls 100-meter State Champion Aniya Harper. Caler has also coached at Firestone High School in Akron, Ohio, where in 2015 the Falcons appeared in the City Series Conference Championship game. There he would guide All-Conference linebacker Asante Sante and was chosen to coach in the Summit County Turkey Day All-Star game. In 2015 at Theodore Roosevelt High School, Kent, Ohio, again with a talented position group culminating with an All-Conference player Matthew Lillibridge. Eric’s first season working at the high school level was at Field High School, his alma mater, in Brimfield, Ohio, where he began a string of success sending his first player, Luke Cruse, to the All-Portage Trail Conference team and culminating with a conference championship and state playoff appearance in the fall of 2014. The Kent, Ohio native attended Kent State University earning his bachelor’s degree in educational studies. While at Kent State he interned with the track and field team as an assistant jumps coach. Caler also coached with Ohio Special Olympics for 12 years, coaching basketball, volleyball, and track and field for Summit County, Ohio Special Olympics. Coach Caler began his coaching career in 2000 working with Field Youth Football in Portage County as head coach for five seasons, before moving onto Kent Youth Football serving in the same capacity. Caler is a proud military veteran, having been a member of the Ohio Army National Guard from 2002-2008. As a Specialist, Caler served with the Military Police for a 12-month tour in Iraq as a part of Operation Iraqi Freedom 3 earning the Army Accommodation Medal, along with a Combat Action Badge. Eric comes from a family with football coaching in their veins. His brother Brian Caler being a successful Head Football Coach in the German Football League, appearing in the German Bowl and European Championship in 2018. Eric has a 26-year-old son Elisha of Kent, Ohio and is a devout Muslim.

3 years of experience, certified coach, PPA Gold medalist, and love for the game!

Before stepping into this role, Wilson served as the Wide Receivers Coach at Edward Waters University, where his strategic vision and commitment to athlete development helped elevate the performance of his players both on and off the field. Wilson began his coaching career at Andrew Jackson High School in Jacksonville, playing a pivotal role in revitalizing the program. As Offensive Coordinator, Quarterbacks Coach, and Wide Receivers Coach, he helped lead the team to its first winning season in over a decade and its first district championship in 20 years. His ability to develop athletes resulted in multiple players earning post-season honors. He continued this success at Oakleaf High School in similar roles, maintaining his track record of mentoring players to achieve high performance and recognition. Before transitioning into coaching, Wilson had a distinguished nine-year professional career in the Canadian Football League and the Arena Football League. In Jacksonville, he became a fan favorite as a key player for the Jacksonville Sharks, contributing to three Arena League championships. Over his career, he recorded 413 receptions, 5,347 yards, and 116 touchdowns, earning All-League honors five times. He currently holds the National Arena League records for most career catches, receiving yards, and touchdowns. Wilson was a four-year starter at Tennessee State University from 2009 to 2013, where he played a crucial role in securing a Black College National Championship and an FCS playoff berth. A team captain, he was also honored with the National Football Foundation Scholar- Athlete Award for his achievements on and off the field. A Nashville native, Wilson was a three-sport letterman in football, basketball, and track at Pope John Paul II High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Human Performance and Sport Science from Tennessee State University.

Coach Mike Hollis began his kicking career back in 1985 serving as the kicker throughout high school, college, and eventually the NFL. He began his professional career in 1994 with the San Diego Chargers (pre-season only) and retired in 2004, spending 7 years with the Jacksonville Jaguars, 1 year with the Buffalo Bills, and 1 year with the New York Giants. During that time Coach Hollis (including playoffs): Played in 132 NFL games throughout his career, 1998 Pro Bowl, 1997 NFL Scoring Leader.

"Mike Hollis has two incredible gifts. The gift of kicking footballs and the gift of coaching others how to kicking footballs! I have been coached and mentored by Coach Hollis for the past 5 years and I have seen improvement in my kicking game tenfold! Between the ProForm he teaches and the devotion and passion he has to pour into the next generation, he is the coach to go to. I highly recommend getting some personal training with him and attending any camps he coaches at.

For the last 7 years, I've grown my passion and knowledge to guide players to reach their full potential on and off the court. I have a unique training style with the goal to push and maximize your growth and skills. Yet, there will always be a fun atmosphere around me. I’m new, fresh, and highly motivated. So let’s get to work!

I love the game. I’ve been playing basketball since I was nine years old so I will be good coach cause I still play basketball today. My job is to teach and preach.

I am a Florida-certified educator with 29+ years of education. I'm certified in Middle School Mathematics(Grades 5-9) and have dedicated my career to helping students build confidence and achieve success in mathematics. I have taught students in grades 6-9, including Algebra 1, Geometry, and middle school math courses. Algebra is one of my greatest passions, while helping students develop a deep understanding of mathematics while strengthening their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in General Studies with concentrations in Health Studies, Nutrition Studies, and Health Communication, and I'm currently pursuing a master's degree in Nutrition. I am passionate about helping individuals build realistic nutrition habits that fit their lifestyle and support long-term health. My coaching style is supportive, personalized, and focused on practical, evidence-based solutions for lasting behavior change.