Founder and lead skill development coach helping athletes build skill, confidence, basketball IQ, and long-term habits.
Coach Fitzgerald is passionate about helping athletes develop the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to succeed both on and off the court. Through a positive, high-energy training environment, he focuses on skill development, basketball IQ, work ethic, and character development. His goal is to provide every athlete with a clear path for growth while building confidence, discipline, and a lifelong love for the game. I believe in a development-first approach that emphasizes fundamentals, basketball IQ, confidence, and character. Every athlete receives coaching that meets them where they are while challenging them to reach the next level. My goal is to help players develop the skills, mindset, and discipline needed for long-term success on and off the court.
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Coach Najee brings playing, coaching, camp, and athlete-development experience into every session.
USA Basketball Youth Gold Licensed Coach
Former NCAA Division I Basketball Walk-On, University of Maryland Eastern Shore
1,000+ skill development sessions conducted
Training athletes from youth through college levels
Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach
Director & Head Coach, FNFF Lady Elite Travel Basketball Program
Former State Championship Coach
Bachelor's Degree - Exercise Science
USA Basketball Youth Gold License
10+ years coaching experience
Parents call out Coach Najee's patience, clear instruction, encouragement, and visible skill progression.
Excellent basketball instruction for my son. Great progression with his skills. He has become a better player with Coach Najee, and we will definitely continue.
Great guy. Very knowledgeable and patient. I can see a tremendous improvement in my son's basketball knowledge and skills.
Najee is an awesome and encouraging coach. My son looks forward to every session and his confidence keeps growing.
Our first interaction was great. I would highly recommend Fitz N Fit for parents looking for a coach who truly develops players.
Start with a small group evaluation so Coach Najee can learn the athlete's goals, skill level, and best development path.