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IN-PERSON TRAINING
EXPLORE ALL UNDERDOG BASKETBALL TRAINING SERVICES
It Doesn't Get Easier. You Get Better.
Underdog Basketball Training LLC is the Lehigh Valley’s highest-rated skills development program, dedicated to helping players of all ages and skill levels reach their full potential. Led by Christopher Moran, an experienced and passionate trainer, Underdog Basketball combines expert coaching, proven training methods, and a player-first approach to develop fundamental skills, improve basketball IQ, and build confident athletes. Whether through private sessions, group training, or specialty programs, Christopher and the Underdog team are committed to elevating your game every step of the way.
Private Training
One-on-one sessions tailored to your unique goals, focusing on skill refinement and rapid improvement.
Group Training
High-energy, skill-focused workouts that combine drills and live play in a supportive team environment.
Camps & Clinics
Focused, high-impact training experiences designed to accelerate player development throughout the year.
The Work Starts Here
Explore our diverse range of programs designed to meet different skill levels and goals.
Private Training Options
Our private training program delivers a fully customized, one-on-one experience built around each athlete’s unique needs, skill level, and goals. Every session is designed to target specific areas of improvement, whether it’s refining shooting mechanics, mastering ball handling, enhancing footwork, or building game IQ. With undivided attention from the Lehigh Valley's highest-rated skills development trainer, players receive detailed instruction, instant feedback, and a clear plan for progress. Private training offers flexible scheduling and focused, high-impact workouts for athletes committed to taking their game to the next level.
Group Training Options
Our group training programs bring together players from across the area and beyond, welcoming all ages and skill levels into a supportive, high-energy environment. Each session is designed to develop well-rounded players by blending focused drills covering shooting, ball handling, footwork, and basketball IQ with live game situations that challenge decision-making and build confidence under pressure. From beginners learning the fundamentals to experienced players refining their craft, our group training programs are built to foster teamwork, personal growth, and a lifelong love for the game.
Trusted and Loved by Hundreds of Lehigh Valley Residents
Our Proven Development System
5-phase system designed to meet athletes where they are and elevate them beyond.
Our Core 5-Phase System
Phase 1: Ball Handling Mastery
This phase builds the essential ball-handling skills every player needs to succeed. Athletes focus on control, coordination, and confidence with the ball in both hands through a series of structured drills. The goal is to create a rock-solid foundation that supports all higher-level skills developed later in the system.
Phase 2: Framework
In this phase, players learn the building blocks of offensive movement and decision-making. They develop an understanding of footwork, spacing, pace, and how to flow into actions. By learning the framework, athletes gain the structure they need to execute skills effectively within real basketball situations.
Phase 3: Dynamic Adaptability
Players are pushed beyond predictable patterns by introducing new angles, speeds, and responses. This phase teaches athletes to adapt their skills to different scenarios, defenders, and court environments. Variability strengthens a player’s ability to stay creative, versatile, and effective regardless of external factors.
Phase 4: Disruption
Disruption training challenges players with unpredictable pressure, high-speed situations, and disruptive defensive behavior. The goal is to raise resilience and sharpen instincts under stress. By learning to stay composed and execute in chaotic environments, athletes build game-proof confidence.
Phase 5: Live Decision Making
The final phase integrates everything learned into live, competitive play. Players make real-time reads, react to defensive cues, and build the ability to consistently choose the best option under game-like pressure. This phase turns practiced skills into winning habits that translate directly to real games.