Curriculum

The TOUCH Curriculum: Building Elite Basketball Players—On and Off the Court

What Is the TOUCH Curriculum?

The TOUCH Curriculum, developed by Founder and CEO Ryan Sypkens, leverages his experience as a record-breaking NCAA shooter and mentor under elite trainers like Phil Handy, former Head of Player Development for the Los Angeles Lakers. This rotating, skill-based training system equips athletes with a complete foundation in the game—covering offensive and defensive fundamentals, on-court intelligence, and elite movement patterns.

How It Works: Rotating Skills + Life Skills = Lasting Success

Our dynamic Rotating Curriculum cycles through eight essential skill areas—from shooting and ball handling to defensive footwork, conditioning, and basketball IQ. Each training rotation also emphasizes a critical life skill—such as accountability, confidence, or discipline—that helps athletes build unwavering character and mental resilience. It’s designed not just to optimize performance on the court, but to develop leaders in life.

The Mindful Shooter Course: Mind Meets Muscle

Ryan Sypkens is also a Certified Performance Psychologist through the KBME program, and works with world renowned mental skills coach Graham Betchart. They integrate mental training into every session for a holistic approach. The Mindful Shooter Course blends the physical curriculum with psychological strategies—like visualization, power talk, performance anchors, and goal setting—to help athletes develop confidence, focus, and consistency under pressure.

Backed by Experience, Built for Growth

  • Founder’s Credentials: Ryan Sypkens holds NCAA Division I records for three-point shooting (Big West Conference all-time leader, national leader in three-point percentage), and played professionally across Colombia and Japan. He also coached at the prep level (Prolific Prep – GSP) and has worked with rising NBA talents like Ben McLemore and Terence Davis II.
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  • Elite Mentorship: Guided and inspired by top development specialists such as Phil Handy, Ryan continues the legacy of excellence in player training.

  • Certified and Consistent Teaching: All Touch Shooting coaches undergo rigorous TOUCH Certification, ensuring they deliver the same high-level training and mindset with every athlete, in every class.

Why the TOUCH Curriculum Works

  • Systematic Skill Mastery: Consistent rotation ensures balanced development—preventing gaps in fundamentals while layering advanced concepts.

  • Mental and Character Development: Life skills are embedded into each session, building focus, responsibility, and leadership beyond the game.

  • Physically Informed, Psychologically Sharp: Athletes learn not just how to train, but how to perform under pressure, using proven performance psychology tools.

  • Pro-Level Guidance: Developed and delivered by elite-level practitioners with real-world experience at collegiate and professional levels.

Elevate your game with the TOUCH Curriculum—where skill meets mindset.


Whether you're training for competition, refining fundamentals, or seeking total-player growth, Touch Shooting delivers purpose-driven basketball development that lasts a lifetime.