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Derik Malone, Founder

Having served for nine seasons as men's basketball coach at Stonehill College, Derik's responsibilities include recruiting and on-court instruction. His ability to effectively communicate with passion and purpose was instrumental in recruiting and instructing the Stonehill team that reached the Division 2 Final Four in 2006. In addition to his coaching duties, Derik is also an instructor at Massasoit Community College where he teaches a number of business courses. Read more...

You can contact Derik at ddmalone@alwaysaimhigh.com.

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Marquis Taylor, Director of Player Development

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Marquis was a four-year starter and member of the Stonehill team that reached the Division II Final Four during the 2005/2006 season. Upon graduation from Stonehill, Marquis received numerous contract offers to play professionally in Europe. As a player, Marquis possessed a tremendous passion for the game of basketball that has only grown since his began coaching. While at Stonehill, some of Marquis’ accomplishments included:

  • Scoring more than 1,350 points and grabbing more than 650 rebounds
  • First team All-Conference
  • Honorable mention All-American
  • Most Outstanding Player in NCAA Tournament Northeast Region
  • Member of the United States Junior Olympic team that won the gold medal in Australia

Some of Marquis’ responsibilities include individual & small group instruction, increasing players’ speed, quickness, agility & strength, and developing individual programs tailored to meet each player’s individual basketball goals.

You can contact Marquis at mqtaylor@alwaysaimhigh.com.

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