Founder | Elite Player Development | Athlete Mentor

At Cherish the Hardwood Collective, Amanda brings a lifetime of experience as a high school, collegiate, and professional athlete to every player she works with.

Her passion for teaching goes far beyond skill development. Amanda is committed to helping athletes understand the discipline, mindset, and work ethic required to succeed at every level of the game while building confidence that extends far beyond basketball.

Whether an athlete is just beginning their journey or preparing for the next level, Amanda helps guide them with the same principles that shaped her own career—commitment, resilience, and a deep respect for the game.

Amanda understands firsthand what it takes to compete at the highest levels of basketball. From high school records to collegiate success and a 14-year professional career overseas, she has lived the journey many young athletes dream about.

Her approach is built on helping athletes:

• Develop elite skills

• Strengthen basketball IQ

• Build confidence

• Embrace discipline

• Grow as people beyond the court

“My goal is to help athletes become their best SELF both on and off the hardwood.”

Education & Leadership

Amanda continued her education while pursuing her athletic career.

• B.A. in Psychology

• M.A. in Education

• M.S. in Sports Leadership & Coaching

• Elementary Teaching Certification

She has taught and coached both internationally and locally, bringing together athletic development, education, leadership and mentorship.

What Amanda Helps Athletes With

🏀 Elite Skill Development

🧠 Mental Performance

🤝 Mentorship

🌍 Next-Level Preparation

Why Athletes Trust Amanda

Amanda combines:
✅ elite playing experience
✅ educational leadership
✅ professional knowledge
✅ authentic mentorship

She understands what athletes need because she has lived the journey herself.

Beyond the Court

Outside of coaching and teaching, Amanda is passionate about:

• Athlete development

• Youth mentorship

• Education

• Community growth

• Helping athletes become their best selves

Her mission is simple:

Teach every athlete to cherish the hardwood.

Connect With Amanda

Train with purpose. Grow with intention. Respect the game.

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High School careeR

• 4-Year Varsity Ludington High School

• 1997 All-American

• 4 YEAR All-State Honors

• Runner-Up for Miss Basketball

• Mason County/West Michigan Hall of Fame Inductee

• 2,190 career points/1,487 career rebounds

• UofM/UWGB

• Newcomer of the Year/Player of the Year

• First Team All-Conference/MVP

• All-American Honors

• Academic All-American

• scored 1,000+ points

• 2 conference championships/NCAA Tournament

Amanda went on to play 14 years professionally overseas.Throughout her professional career she earned:

• Multiple league championships

• Multiple All-Star selections

• 3-Point Shooting Champion in multiple countries

• Bundesliga single-game record:
  69 points in one game

• Player of the Year honors/EuroLeague honors

• Import Player of the Year honors

Her professional experience gives athletes insight into:

• Elite preparation

• International basketball

• Longevity in sport

• Overcoming adversity