Location: Wildcats Basketball Centre - AKA Cumberland Basketball Stadium
Start Date: Tuesday 14th of October 2025
Duration: 10 Weeks 
Time: 5.00pm to 6.30pm
Coaches: Marvin Bayer - Kaylan Bayer
 
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
 
Elevate your game with MAD's Apex Program—the ultimate training ground for serious players ready to dominate! This intense, skills-focused program hones the exact abilities you need in real games, delivering the results you’ve always dreamed of. Proven to develop and prepare athletes for representative teams, the MAD Apex Program builds confidence, sharpens your play, and gets you playing smarter. It’s challenging, it’s demanding, but it works—plain and simple. If you’re ready to make that rep team and take your game to the next level, join the MAD Apex Program today and see the difference for yourself!
 
Program Highlights
 
Comprehensive Skill Development: Master offensive, defensive, rebounding, playmaking, and decision-making skills through detailed instruction.
In-Depth Breakdowns: Learn the nuances of elite-level play, from footwork to strategic reads.
High-Level Coaching: Gain insights from professional coaches on how to dominate both ends of the court.
 
What you will learn at the Apex Program.
 
Offensive Skills:
Master fundamental offensive skills, including shooting, passing, and dribbling.
Develop techniques to score against taller or more physical defenders.
Learn to finish effectively in the paint under contact.
Hone jab-step and crossover series to create separation from defenders.
Perfect pull-up jumpers and step-back shots for perimeter scoring.
Master hesitation and change-of-direction moves to beat defenders off the dribble.
Defensive Skills:
Develop on-ball pressure to disrupt ball handlers and force turnovers.
Learn help rotations and weak-side defence to shut down team offences.
Master rim protection techniques, including shot-blocking and altering shots.
Improve defensive footwork for quick slides and closeouts on shooters.
Rebounding Skills:
Learn to box out effectively to secure defensive and offensive rebounds.
Develop positioning and timing to dominate the boards against bigger opponents.
Master tip-ins and put-back scoring opportunities off offensive rebounds.
Playmaking & Decision-Making:
Learn to read defensive schemes and exploit mismatches for teammates.
Develop precise passing, including skip passes, lobs, and outlet passes for fast breaks.
Master decision-making in high-pressure situations, such as pick-and-roll reads.
Improve court awareness to anticipate plays and make smart choices.
Athletic Development:
Train with drills to enhance speed, agility, and lateral quickness.
Improve strength, explosiveness, and endurance through targeted conditioning.
Learn advanced footwork for quick cuts, pivots, and defensive slides.
Team-Oriented Skills:
Develop screen-setting techniques for on-ball and off-ball plays.
Master off-ball movement to create scoring opportunities.
Learn transition play, including fast-break decision-making and finishing.
Mental Skills:
Build mental toughness, confidence, and focus under pressure.
Gain insights into the mindset of a complete, two-way player.
 
WHY CHOOSE MAD FOR DEVELOPMENT?
 
At MAD Performance, we are committed to shaping your child into a complete, elite basketball player ready for representative, state, or national competition.
 
Here’s why MAD Performance stands out as the premier choice for your child’s basketball development:
World-Class Training Philosophy: Our unique methodology blends the best practices from European and American coaching styles. We combine Europe’s emphasis on fundamentals, team play, and tactical precision with America’s focus on athleticism, creativity, and individual skill development, creating a holistic program tailored for success in modern basketball.
Elite Coaching Staff: Our nationally certified coaches bring extensive experience, having trained players who’ve excelled at representative and professional levels. They provide personalised feedback, ensuring your child masters skills like playmaking, defence, and rebounding.
Top-Tier Mentors: Beyond coaching, our mentors guide young athletes in mental toughness, leadership, and goal-setting, fostering the mindset needed to compete at the highest levels.
Unmatched Resources: From cutting-edge training facilities to advanced drills and film analysis, we provide the tools to elevate your child’s game. Our camps, like the Ultimate Skills Camp, teach modern actions (e.g., Zoom, Pistols, Drag Screens, Hammer Screens) and develop well-rounded skills.
Proven Results: Our programs are designed to give your child a competitive edge, enhancing their court vision, decision-making, and confidence to shine in tryouts and games.
 
Choose MAD Performance to give your child the best basketball education, blending global expertise with personalised coaching. With our world-class staff and resources, we pave the way for your child to cross over to greatness!