Meet the Phoenix Hotshots Leadership
Bryan MacKay - Founder and Lead Instructor
Bryan MacKay has lived in the Phoenix Valley for the past 15 years. A native of the San Francisco Bay Area, he earned his Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology and his Master's degree in Business Administration (with an emphasis on Sports Marketing). He has created and managed many sports teams, including teams for Mountain Dew and the Phoenix Hotshots. He competed at an elite level in both running and speedskating. Additionally, he has coached youth sports, particularly basketball, for several years, including his son, who is currently a Division II player. Bryan's specialty lies in taking motivated athletes and guiding them to reach the pinnacle in their sport. Throughout his career, Bryan has been surrounded by elite athletes from various sports and has learned firsthand what it takes to excel. His strengths are in his candidness, communication skills, and willingness to incorporate feedback.
Wyatt MacKay - Instructor
Instructor Wyatt MacKay is currently a player and student at SAGU located in Phoenix, AZ, where he is also involved in youth sports coaching. Last season, he played for Western New Mexico University. A graduate of North Canyon High School in Northern Phoenix, he was the #4 scorer in Arizona for the 2022-2023 season while at North Canyon. Wyatt has received numerous awards from the AIA, showcasing his achievements in both athletics and academics. As a dedicated two-sport athlete, he competes in the 800/1500 meters during the Spring track season. His rigorous training regimen reflects his commitment to both sports and his pursuit of a degree in exercise physiology, allowing him to provide valuable insights to young athletes and contribute to programs like the Phoenix Hotshots.
What Makes The Phoenix Hotshots Special?
Phoenix Hotshots - Reign Fire!
What differentiates the Phoenix Hotshots from other training services is our ability to craft highly engaging and unique approaches to learning. Founder Bryan MacKay has 8 years of experience in K-12 education and was responsible for creating a new curriculum company that focused on unique and fun ways to engage teen learners. We do this at Phoenix Hotshots through various methods; first, we employ a wealth of drills that make learning enjoyable, secondly, we have young coaches who can effectively demonstrate drills and communicate with players on their level, and thirdly, we accurately track and verbalize improvement. Our belief in youth sports coaching is to teach at a level tailored to each player, ensuring they get the most out of their time on the court with us. This may vary for each player. We work diligently to help each athlete advance, making them feel capable of taking on the next challenge while keeping the experience enjoyable.
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