Today we’d like to introduce you to Isaiah Thomas.
Hi Isaiah, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today.
I was always someone who wanted to create, build, and perfect things. My mindset wasn’t for the typical world where you go to college and get a degree and work for somebody else. I was built to lead. Even though in the beginning I did go to college for a little bit. Slowly but Surely I knew I was meant for better. I didn’t really feel fit in. God had better plans for me. And that’s when I started my entrepreneurial journey. I started my entrepreneurial journey about 2 years ago. I got the idea to create a basketball skills coaching business called “@zaychrisbasketball” alongside a clothing brand called “ZCCOLLECTIONS” that would “uplift the quality athlete”.
The idea was that we could create a holistic environment to help build a safe positive and uplifting environment for basketball athletes. Growing up basketball was by far my favorite sport. I didn’t play in high school but I played some AAU and College. High school basketball or sports in general sometimes isn’t the safest place to be. I experienced a lot of heartache because of the influences I had around basketball. So years later I created the business I have today.
I’m based out in Murray and Paducah Kentucky currently. I branched out here from California and Texas.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
I started my business right when COVID hit. So it wasn’t the smoothest road. It still isn’t but it’s so worth it when you know that you have a purpose on this earth to do good things. But what really gives me hope even now is Romans 8:28 “All things work for the GOOD of those who love god and are called according to his purpose”.
The lesson I’ve learned is to be thankful for what you have because always chasing next without being content isn’t peaceful. The easiest part about building a business is that it didn’t take me much motivation to start because I fell in love with making and building it. I learned that when you absolutely love what you do, it truly doesn’t feel like a “job”. So it’s never a matter of I have to do this, it’s I get to do this.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
My name is Isaiah Thomas, I was born July 28th, 1999, I’m from Long Beach California and I’m a Basketball Skills Coach. I grew up around the game of basketball pretty much my whole life. I’m a military brat so I moved around a ton. I’m no stranger to the grind but also not a stranger to rest.
A couple of ways I would describe myself are passionate, enthusiastic, and optimistic. A little bit about what I do is I teach athletes the skills they’ll need to be able to win at the game of basketball all the while making the space we train in the most positive safe and uplifting environment it can be through the music we play all the way to the people we surround our athletes with.
So, before we go, how can our readers or others connect or collaborate with you? How can they support you?
You can contact/work with me through my social media. INSTAGRAM: @__isaiahthomas @zaychrisbasketball my Personal EMAIL: isaiahcthomas7@gmail.com or my business one.
Also if it’s your first time hearing about me you can watch and subscribe to our YouTube channel for free training videos @zaychrisbasketball
I provide TONS of training options that will fit your needs. Go follow us and share our profile with a friend I hope to talk to you soon.
Pricing:
- ONLINE WORKOUTS $45-50
- GROUP SESSIONS 200 a month (NON-NBA PLAYERS)
- ONE ON ONES $1250 For 2 Days
Contact Info:
- Website: https://zaychrisbasketball.com/products/group-sessions
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/__isaiahthomas/
- Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/zaychrisbasketball/
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCBUzjSAijbAvkcOunOVfqyw
