The Miami Knights was created to provide structured basketball training and skill development for students preparing to play on school basketball teams and AAU teams. The program focuses on helping young athletes strengthen their fundamental skills while developing a deeper understanding of the game.

 

The mission of the Miami Knights is to develop skilled, disciplined, and well-rounded student-athletes through high-quality basketball training, physical fitness, and character development.

 

Our program focuses on:

 

• Skills Training and Development

• Physical Fitness and Conditioning

• Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Habits

• Game Strategy and Basketball IQ

• Live scrimmages to apply learned skills in real game situations

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The Miami Knights program is led by Head Coach Gavin Harley, an experienced and accomplished educator, basketball, and football coach.

 

Harley brings over eight years of coaching experience and holds:

 

• a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science

• a Master’s Degree in Advanced Coaching

 

He currently serves as the Head Coach of both the Varsity and Junior Varsity basketball teams at Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High School.

Under his leadership during the 2025–2026 season, the Junior Varsity team achieved an undefeated season, marking a major milestone for the program. Additionally, the Varsity team advanced to the playoffs for the first time in 10 years, demonstrating the strong leadership, discipline, and development Coach Harley brings to his athletes.