ABOUT FNFF

Meet Coach NajeeFitzgerald

Founder and lead skill development coach helping athletes build skill, confidence, basketball IQ, and long-term habits.

ABOUT FNFF

A Development-First Basketball Pathway

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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Credentials & Experience

Coach Najee brings playing, coaching, camp, and athlete-development experience into every session.

Certifications

USA Basketball Youth Gold Licensed Coach

Playing Experience

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

Coaching Experience

Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach

Director & Head Coach, FNFF Lady Elite Travel Basketball Program

Former State Championship Coach

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Exercise Science

USA Basketball Youth Gold License

10+ years coaching experience

PARENT FEEDBACK

Families Notice The Confidence

Parents call out Coach Najee's patience, clear instruction, encouragement, and visible skill progression.

★★★★★

Great guy. Very knowledgeable and patient. I can see a tremendous improvement in my son's basketball knowledge and skills.

BP

Ben's Parents

Basketball Parent

★★★★★

Najee is an awesome and encouraging coach. My son looks forward to every session and his confidence keeps growing.

L

Ladonna

Basketball Parent

★★★★★

Our first interaction was great. I would highly recommend Fitz N Fit for parents looking for a coach who truly develops players.

T

Terry

Basketball Parent

Ready to Start Training?

Start with a small group evaluation so Coach Najee can learn the athlete's goals, skill level, and best development path.

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