About

TRANSFORMATIVE SKILLS TRAINING

MEET OUR FOUNDER

Over a Decade of Division I Coaching Experience.

FOUNDER AND HEAD SKILLS TRAINER

COACH AMBER SMITH

Amber Smith brings over a decade of Division I women's basketball coaching experience, having honed her skills at prestigious institutions such as the University of Kentucky, University of Tennessee, Indiana University, and Louisiana Tech University. Throughout her career, she has developed standout SEC and Big Ten players, including Rhyne Howard, a two-time SEC Player of the Year and the first overall pick in the WNBA Draft. As a former player herself, Amber understands the game from an athlete's perspective, having been a standout guard at Kentucky where she ranked among the program's top assist leaders. Her coaching style emphasizes a holistic approach that combines skill development with leadership training and personal mentorship. By creating a supportive and positive environment, she empowers her players to excel both on the court and in life, ensuring they are well-prepared for collegiate competition and beyond.

"I have grown and transformed my mental, personal, relational, and physical skills by working and training to be the very best that I can as an athlete, coach, and business owner."

-Amber Smith

OUR MISSION

Transformative Skills Training is dedicated to empowering youth by equipping them with essential tools for navigating life, developing leadership abilities, enhancing basketball skills, and prioritizing their health. Our mission is to foster comprehensive growth in student-athletes-mentally, personally, relationally, and physically-within a supportive environment that values diversity, inclusivity, and authenticity.

OUR VISION

We envision a future where every student-athlete thrives as a well-rounded individual, equipped with the resilience, focus, and positive mindset needed to overcome adversity and achieve success both on and off the court. Through our commitment to holistic development and a nurturing community, we aim to inspire the next generation of leaders and champions.

TESTIMONIALS

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

"Coach Amber has been a guiding and impactful force in my life on the court and off the court. She has not only helped me become a better player for the sport but also helped me become a better person on a mental and spiritual level. Coach Amber instilled life lessons in me that taught me through her words and actions how to adapt to what is being handed to me and ultimately grow and learn from that. I am confident when I say that I won't meet another person with as much charisma, wisdom, spirituality, and as intentional as Coach A."

Julianna LaMendola

Indiana University, Sophomore

"Playing under Coach Amber was a point guard dream come true. To play someone who can explain the game so thoroughly and literally help you pick defenses apart. The passion and fire she coaches with makes you want to run through a brick wall."

Jaida Roper

University of Kentucky 2016-2020

"Coach Amber has profoundly impacted my life, bringing a sense of joy into each day with her positivity, sense of humor, and gratitude. Her consistent and honest mentorship has been a key part in my growth as a player, but especially as a person. Coach Amber's dedication to my development as a player was unmatched. Her personalized guidance not only enhanced my skills but also built my confidence, preparing me for each game."

Sara Scalia

Professional Basketball Player

"Amber was an integral part of my introduction to coaching collegiate basketball. In my first year of coaching, Amber went above and beyond anything you could ask for from a mentor. She taught me the ins and outs of the profession and the sport with the large amount of knowledge she's acquired throughout her playing and coaching career."

Isaiah Specks

Indiana University, Director of Player Development/Scouting