Coach Jeremiah Dickerson (Team Global Select)

The sole purpose of Team Global Select is to create a positive light on academics & basketball. Team Global Select looks to develop young men and women to be the best version of themselves on & off the court. Team Global Select looks to make all dreams come to fruition for all Team Global Select players. Our philosophy is the youth is the key to the advancement of the world. Team Global Select looks to incorporate many academic enrichment programs. These programs include tutoring, SAT & ACT prep, academic seminars, grade reports, and school award achievements.

Team Global Select also includes other programs that push our student-athletes for success. They include Mental health classes, team bonding exercises, life seminars, keynote speakers, job fairs, Basketball training, NCAA ID classes, community services, ceremonies, and life skills.

– Team Global Select’s Mission & Purpose

In December 2025, Team Global Select 16U and 17U Boys announced they accepted an invitation to the Under Armour Grind Circuit.

Playing Career

As a player, Dickerson had a strong career, earning all-conference honors in college and competing at a high level in high school and AAU. Being coached by David West, an NBA All-Star, was as he calls it “a game-changing experience”.

He really instilled in us the importance of mastering the details — everything from footwork and positioning to understanding game situations. He constantly emphasized that the little things separate good players from great ones. Off the court, he pushed us to take care of our bodies through proper nutrition, recovery, and preparation, treating our development like professionals even at a young age.

He also taught us the nuances of the game — reading defenses, making smart decisions, and playing with a high IQ. That level of mentorship helped shape not just the player I became, but the coach and leader I am today.

– Dickerson on being coached by David West

Coach Dickerson describes his coaching philosophy being built on discipline, effort, and attention to detail, with a strong foundation in defense.

I believe defense sets the tone for everything — it builds toughness, creates offensive opportunities, and demands a level of communication and trust that makes teams successful. I focus on teaching players to take pride in getting stops, understanding rotations, contesting every shot, and playing physical without fouling.

– Coach Dickerson on his defensive foundation

Offensively, I emphasize playing smart, unselfish basketball, but everything starts with our defensive mindset. I want my teams to be known for their energy, intensity, and ability to control games on the defensive end.

– Coach Dickerson on his offensive strategy

When evaluating a player and their talent, I focus on several key areas. Basketball IQ is crucial — I look at how well they read the game, make decisions, and adjust in real-time. Body language is another big factor; how a player carries themselves through success, adversity, and coaching says a lot about their mentality. Defensive IQ is just as important as offense — understanding rotations, help-side positioning, and communication on defense separates impact players.

Communication overall, both on and off the court, is a major indicator of leadership potential and team chemistry. I also evaluate shooting ability, because being able to space the floor is essential in today’s game, and of course, athleticism — quickness, strength, and agility — plays a big role in a player’s ability to compete at a high level. All of these pieces together give a full picture of a player’s true value and potential.

– Coach Dickerson on how he evaluates his players and potential talent

Player Development & Relationship Building

In basketball, maintaining a positive and healthy environment starts with building a strong team culture every day. I make sure practices are competitive but encouraging, where players are pushed to work hard but also supported when they make mistakes. We celebrate effort plays — taking charges, diving for loose balls, making the extra pass — just as much as scoring. I stay consistent with communication, whether it’s giving honest feedback, checking in one-on-one, or simply reminding guys to stay focused on the bigger picture during tough stretches.

Team bonding off the court is just as important — it builds trust that translates into better chemistry in games. When players feel valued, respected, and part of something bigger than themselves, they stay mentally locked in and motivated to perform at their best.

– Coach Dickerson on how he approaches player development and utilizing communication

My favorite part about being a coach, mentor, and teacher in my community is seeing the growth — not just in players’ skills, but in their confidence, their mindset, and the way they carry themselves on and off the court. There’s nothing better than helping a kid believe in themselves, push through adversity, and achieve things they didn’t think were possible. I take pride in not just building better players, but helping shape better young men who can be leaders in whatever path they choose, whether it’s basketball or life.

– Coach Dickerson