At Play Right Sports Academy, player development isn’t a one-size-fits-all system. It’s a personalized journey, led by a coach who knows how to get the best out of athletes at every level. Coach Barnes, a veteran with roots at Blooming High School and deep ties to Division I and NBA player development, brings a powerful philosophy to the court: every player has a unique path—and it’s our job to help them walk it with confidence and clarity.

Coach Barnes brings championship experience at every level—high school, college, professional,and international. His diverse coaching background has created an elite player developer whohas guided athletes to the NBA, international careers, and coaching positions.As a Saginaw native with deep Michigan roots combined with global basketball experience,Barnes offers the perfect blend of local understanding and innovative thinking. His provenability to build programs from the ground up—demonstrated through Play Right Sports Academy— shows he doesn't just coach teams; he builds sustainable success through his philosophy ofdesire, dedication, and discipline.Players don't just become better athletes under Coach Barnes; they become better people. Hischaracter-first approach develops complete student-athletes who represent their program withdistinction both on and off the court.