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James Scott at Nike RISE Academy

Elite Performance • Footwork Specialist • Injury Prevention

JAMES SCOTT

Building Champions Through Science-Backed Movement Training

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15+
Years Experience
300+
Pro Athletes Trained
50+
NBA Players
12
Countries
98%
Injury Prevention Rate
About James

BUILDING ELITE MOVEMENT

James Scott is a globally recognized elite performance coach specializing in footwork, injury prevention, and biomechanical optimization. With over 15 years of experience working at the highest levels of professional basketball, he has transformed the careers of NBA All-Stars, Olympic athletes, and championship-winning players across the globe.

His proprietary training methodologies combine cutting-edge sports science with practical application, focusing on neuromuscular optimization and movement efficiency. James has been trusted by some of the biggest names in basketball, including working alongside the late Kobe Bryant at Nike's Kobe Academy.

NBA Elite Trainer
Global Reach
Championship Clients
Science-Backed
James Scott with Kobe Bryant
Client Testimonials

WHAT THE PROS SAY

★★★★★

"James doesn't just train athletes. He reprograms them. My footwork went from good to elite in three months. The attention to detail and scientific approach is unmatched."

KJ

NBA All-Star Guard

Eastern Conference

★★★★★

"After my ACL injury, I thought my career was over. James rebuilt my movement patterns from the ground up. I came back stronger and more efficient than ever before."

MT

Professional Forward

EuroLeague Champion

★★★★★

"The level of preparation and customization James brings is incredible. Every session is tailored to exactly what I need. He sees things in movement that no one else does."

DR

Olympic Athlete

Team USA Basketball

★★★★★

"I've worked with trainers all over the world. James is different. His understanding of biomechanics and how to apply it practically changed my entire game."

LM

NBA Rising Star

First Round Draft Pick

★★★★★

"James helped me add 4 inches to my vertical and cut my injury time by 70%. His methods are backed by real science and the results speak for themselves."

CP

Pro Basketball Player

Spanish Liga ACB

★★★★★

"Training with James during the offseason transformed my lateral quickness. Defenders who used to give me trouble can't stay in front of me anymore."

JW

Starting Point Guard

NBA Western Conference

SERVICES

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01 Elite Footwork Programming Proprietary footwork systems that transform movement efficiency and court speed.
02 Injury Prevention & Recovery Science-backed protocols to prevent injuries and accelerate recovery times.
03 Biomechanical Analysis Advanced motion capture and analysis to identify and correct movement inefficiencies.
04 Performance Optimization Comprehensive training programs designed to maximize athletic output.
05 Team Training Camps Intensive group sessions for professional teams and development squads.
06 Remote Consulting Virtual training programs and video analysis for athletes worldwide.
Knowledge Center

SPORTS SCIENCE HUB

Access cutting-edge research, educational content, and live webinars on performance optimization, injury prevention, and biomechanics.

Research Papers

Neuromuscular Optimization in Elite Basketball Athletes

Journal of Sports Science • 2024

Footwork Patterns & Injury Prevention Correlation

International Journal of Athletic Training • 2023

Biomechanical Analysis of Lateral Movement Efficiency

Sports Medicine Review • 2023

ACL Recovery Protocols: A New Approach

Physical Therapy in Sport • 2022

Vertical Jump Enhancement Through Ankle Mobility

Journal of Strength & Conditioning • 2022

Webinars & Events

15
DEC

Elite Footwork Masterclass

Live breakdown of professional-level footwork techniques used by NBA athletes.

Upcoming • Live
08
JAN

Injury Prevention Deep Dive

Understanding the science behind preventing common basketball injuries.

Upcoming • Live
22
JAN

Biomechanics for Coaches

Essential biomechanical concepts every basketball coach should understand.

Upcoming • Live
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LET'S
WORK

Ready to take your game to the next level? Whether you're a professional athlete, team, or organization, I'm here to help you achieve elite performance.

Locations
San Diego • San Francisco • Shanghai
Booking
By Appointment Only