Gary Parker
@TrainerGParks
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Husband and Father/Basketball Player Development Coach And Skills Trainer/Albion College Basketball Alum/ Mentor/ MSW Wayne St. Univ./BCAM Member
Joined April 2020
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Celebration at home with the family and friends just how it should be. Congrats Brody! You were patient and persistent. You persevered with purpose and continually feed your passion. You have earned this Brody and I know you will never stop chasing your dreams! Love ya. Pops
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After 20+ years of H.S./Youth coaching, I’ve made the difficult decision to move on and focus solely on my training biz. I’ve enjoyed my stops @ Lake Orion, Groves, Clawson, B’Hills and Troy and I look forward to new challenges and adventures. Players please DM me for training.🏀
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@TheHoopHerald
@TheFieldOf68
There’s nothing here. Anyone who’s ever competed in a sport knows this. Things get heated. Things get tense. It’s part of being a team, and pretty typical of a winning environment. No need for dramatics or to create this as a narrative. It’s called coaching. Everyone will be ok.
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They say “A picture is worth a thousand words.” I would agree. Happy 18th birthday Brody! It’s an honor to be your Dad and I’m very proud of the young man you’ve become. Enjoy your day. Love ya kid.
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Coaches/Players. This is ridiculous. Be better. Hold yourself and team accountable. Picking up after yourself is not someone else’s job. Manners matter.
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Mason Parker, Troy High Sophomore Season Statistics.
PPG 19.2
FG 45.8%
EFG 56.0%
3PT 42.1%
REB 4.0
80 3 pointers Made = 3.2 per game.
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This is my Coach! Here at Albion College to celebrate Mike Turner’s court dedication. So many former players on hand is a testament to what he’s meant to us. Go Brits!
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Happy Bday Brody! The last 20 yrs have flown by but they’ve been magical. I admire you in so many ways and our friendship means the world to me. It’s a blessing to be your Pops. Love you my guy.
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It’s always a beautiful day for hoops! Speed work into slow to quick with double moves and finishes with Mase. Make it fun and feed your passion. 👏🏻🏀
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Bro’s hanging out on move in day. Brody’s officially on Oakland U. Campus. We are so excited to watch you grow on your next journey. Go get it!!
#brotherlylove
❤️🐻
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Great win for Oakland Basketball tonight over Toledo! Thanks to my guys Nate Hairston and Yante Maten for coming out to support Brody and the Grizzlies.
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My little man is officially an 8th grader. Way to go Mase! The sky’s the limit for you son. I’m very happy for you and proud to be your Dad and buddy. ❤️👊🏻👏🏻
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Mason met “The Judge” last night. Oakland Community College Head Coach Antoine Joubert attended last night’s regional action. Both teams competed at a high level. High School hoops at its best!
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When you go to an Oakland U game make sure to pay attention to the managers. They work! A crucial part to a teams success that sometimes goes unnoticed. This Oakland group is a true TEAM!
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Happy 14th Birthday Mason! Your smile and personality light up a room. Keep chasing your dreams and never look back! Let’s have a great day together.
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Where it all started, training my two favorite clients, my boys. Today marks my 15th anniversary training players and teams at all levels. Thank you to all the parents and players for all of your support and entrusting me. I am truly humbled and grateful. Getting better together
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First day of school Pic. Mason is officially a Freshman in High School. It’s going to be a great year!
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I love this picture of Brody and Men’s Basketball student manager Jake Masucci. Jake is a phenomenal kid and aspiring basketball coach. Looks like he’s off to a good start!
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Fortunate to have a extended Thanksgiving celebrating with some young Golden Grizzlies!
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Happy 16th Birthday Mason! Enjoy your day. I’m so grateful to be your Dad and Best Friend. Keep shining and smiling Lil Man. ❤️
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Knee replacement surgery went well. On the road to recovery 👍🏻
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This is a direct result of your hard work Mase! It’s an every day thing. ❤️🏀
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The Mitten Classic was a success! Great event that sent a lot of talented seniors out the right way.
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Shared happiness. I’m so happy and proud of the 4 of you! It’s been a pleasure watching you grow as a players and young men. You’ve created lasting memories for yourselves. Go out and do great things fellas!
#lead
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I’m so very proud of you Mase! ❤️
Thanks for taking me alongside you on the ride. It’s been a blast and our memories together will forever be cherished. You are home and in great hands.
I’m so excited and grateful to announce my commitment to Rochester Christian University. Thank you to
@klint_pleasant
and
@quin_rice
for believing in me. I’m excited to be a Warrior!
#GoWarriors
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What a beautiful day for hoops! Ball screen work with Mase. 😎🏀
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Mason is really enjoying playing for Jermaine Jackson Elite and Coach Andrew Myers. Andrew has a bright future in coaching. Mason keep getting better daily! 💪🏻🏀
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When I played at Albion College legendary Coach Mike Turner used to bark at me when I turned the ball over. “Parker take care of that thing it costs $55 and you’re broke!”. Great memory from a great Coach!
#HOFCOACH
#iwasbroke
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Happy Birthday Mase! Love you kid and so grateful, honored and proud to be your Dad! ❤️
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And so it begins…AAU season is about to be fun. Play free and with Joy.
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First time playing football, first play of game, first touchdown! Way to go Mason. You may have found a second sport buddy! 🏈
#81
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22 years ago to the day! Happy Anniversary Jenny ❤️. You haven’t changed a bit. Me on the other hand?? Ouch!! 😬🤦🏻♂️🤷🏼♂️
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This guy is such a great mentor for Mason and is a rising young Coach and trainer. Appreciate Andrew Myers coming to support Mase and the Troy Colts.
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Happy 18th birthday Mase! Love you kid. Enjoy your day. You make your family proud and grateful!
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Have really enjoyed the past 3 days at Hype watching some really good teams from across the state compete
@TheDZoneBBall
event. Some of Masons highlights vs. U of D against a well coached and strong team. Fellow ‘25 guard ( U of D) LeroyBlydenJr tough all game long.
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Full circle moment. Thank you to EMU Head Coach Stan Heath for coming out to watch Mason workout. Coach Heath was my assistant coach at Albion College 30+ years ago! He has been a friend and mentor ever since. Great coach but an even better man. Sport creates lasting friendships
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Grateful to have coached these two guys! Troy High alums Leon Ayers (‘17) and Brody (‘21). Friends since the 6th and 3rd grade respectively, it is so rewarding seeing them live out their dream of playing college hoops. So cool.
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Change can be a good thing and new beginnings are always refreshing. Lets get in that gym together kid! ❤️
Oakland G Brody Parker has entered the transfer portal.
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With all the undersized guards I work with I tell them the same thing. If you aren’t willing to be the toughest, grimiest, meanest, and most competitive kid on the floor you might want to consider another sport. Not everyone is willing to pay the price!
#chiponyourshoulder
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Michigan Student athletes for the win! Your resilience and courage displayed in the face of adversity is heroic. Today you are all champions and role models for generations of youth to follow you! You are the face of change and our most precious resource for a better world. Bravo
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AAU teammates Braeden Holder( Delasalle’25) and Mason Parker ( Troy High ‘25) hanging at Bank Hoops All State Underclassman Camp.
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‘21 Troy High grads Ethan Emerzian and Brody Parker battling in tonight’s WHAC conference game against Madonna. AAU teammates to high school teammates to college opponents. Creating memories for a lifetime. Years down the road they will remember these days fondly. ❤️🏀🤞🏻
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Mason spending quality time with HOF Coach Roy Williams. One of the benefits of following big brother on AAU trips. They had a great conversation and Coach remembered his letter to him😉 One of my very favorite moments along the way. Coach was so gracious and kind!
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Oakland’s Freshman celebrating the last regular season win against Cleveland State. Also celebrating Jamal Cain and Senior night. Tournament time!
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Great to see REACH teammates Devin Womack and Brody play against one another at the O’rena. Looking forward to a great hoops season!
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Basketball never stops. Macal River Community Park, Belize, Central America.
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First night of College Basketball! View of the Coliseum at West Virginia University. Made the road trip for Oakland v.s. WVU. Can’t wait to watch live hoops. Go Golden Grizzlies. Go get it done!
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So proud Mase! Your passion for the game shines bright. To receive an opportunity from your Mom and Pops alma mater is very special.❤️Your bounds are limitless kid. Go Brits!
After a great conversation with
@Nate_Frisbie
I am honored to receive an offer from Albion College. Thank you to Coach Frisbie and
@the12kid
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Made the trip down to Indiana to watch the Oakland/IPFW game with some of my Troy boys. Wasn’t pretty but we came away with the win!
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Players: Do yourself and teammates a favor. Set more screens. It is a great feeling to set a tough/hard screen to give your teammate a advantage. It is also an act of unselfishness and sets a tone for your team. Little things count in big ways and lead to wins & in your control.
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Today is your day Mase! Happy 15th birthday kid. You bring joy to my heart everyday and I’m so proud of the young man you’ve become. Keep smiling Mason. I love you. ❤️
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Have fun and the ❤️ comes next. Imagination and wonder in kids inspires growth. Atta boy Mase!
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My Mom is the toughest person I know and it’s not close! Struggling with COPD she finds enough strength to welcome home her son and daughter for a beautiful Christmas celebration. Every day is precious. Love each other strongly and appreciate every day together. U done good Mom.
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I’m happy to welcome Phil Ragan III as a summer intern. Phil personifies what a student athlete should be. He is a 2022 grad of U of D Jesuit and current Albion College guard. Great young man who will assist with skill development and mentoring younger kids. It’s an honor Phil!
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Extended version. Love that his teammates get hyped. And Coach Rush’s laugh is hilarious. Having fun. Couldn’t be better.
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These two competed in High School and today got a chance to in College. Trevor Smith and Brody catching up after the game. Always have had great respect for one another.
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Sadly the Troy Colts ended their record breaking and historic season with a loss to a very well coached, disciplined and talented Brother Rice team. No shame here, the Colts competed. Here’s a look at Mason’s halftime buzzer beater to cut lead to 25-20. Learn and get better!
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Happy Birthday Brody. Man has time flown by. Being your Dad is the absolute best and your family is proud of you in so many ways! Keep being you kid and make sure to live your best life. We love you BP. ❤️
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Can’t wait!
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Brody and Oakland Hoops alum Ty McGregor ‘94. Great to see former players supporting current players. Go Grizzlies!
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Michigan Unified ‘25 PG Lance Stone with a perfect pass off the backboard to Mase in this past weekends Mitten Recruit Spring Classic Tournament. Michigan Unified off to a strong start this spring season!
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Enjoying Oakland/Milwaukee game at the O’rena. Jamal Cain is a stud not just because of skill and athleticism. Check out his leadership in the huddle! And by the way, he’s won 3 50/50 balls getting on the floor! Plays with so much passion and it’s contagious to his teammates.
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Had the pleasure of watching Troy High Symphony Orchestra tonight. What a performance! Fortunate to be able to support one of my players, Senior Sarang Bhide Not only does he have a smooth jump shot the kid plays a mean violin. Proud of you Sarang! 🏀🎻
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Just the beginning Mase!
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I want to thank Coach Quin Rice for coming out to watch Mason and Jordan Wright ‘24 (Chippewa Valley) work out @ Oakland Fieldhouse today. Coach Rice is a heck of a guy and a grinder of an assistant coach. Not sure many others have been @ more H.S. games past 3 years!Go Warriors
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Unfortunately in 2020 Covid prevented the ‘25 class from attending their 8th grade class field trip. Grateful to be able to give Mase just a little taste of history this weekend. Ball and Books!🏀📚
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C rips into attack, retreat dribble into live ball move with finishes. Ben is a worker Coaches. Very coachable and learns quickly. Don’t miss out on this kid. DM me and we can talk more.
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Camp tour continues with these two. Braeden Holder(DLS ‘25) and Mason Parker( Troy High ‘25) teaming up at Macomb Community College Prospect Camp. Coach Niz and his staff put on a great camp full of energy! Kids got better today.
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Me and Mason with our friend Jerome Akins watching lifelong friends Jaden and Brody play against one another at the Breslin. Time sure does fly. I’m very grateful for this moment.
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Michigan Unified 17U looking strong at The Michigan Spring Challenge @ Legacy. Xavier Johnson’25 U of D Jesuit displaying his elite athleticism on assist from Mase. This is a fun group to watch. Off to Spooky Nook next weekend!
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A phenomenal decision Brody. Great fit, program, and a history of winning. Strong basketball tradition with father and son only 2 coaches in program history, surpassing over 1,000 wins together. We can’t wait to watch you compete and suit up for the Warriors. Go get it Son!
RU MEN’S BASKETBALL ADDS LOCAL DIVISION I TRANSFER, BRODY PARKER
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Wow. This is a day of celebration and an incredible proud dad moment. I’m so happy for you Mason. Your passion for the game inspires me. Thank you to
@klint_pleasant
and
@quin_rice
for giving my son this incredible opportunity! Go Warriors.
I am so grateful to receive my first offer from Rochester University. Huge thanks to
@klint_pleasant
and
@quin_rice
for the opportunity.
#gowarriors
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Make sure to catch Mase and his Michigan Unified teammates battle at MADE Hoops Midwest Mania in Hamilton, Ohio. Game times tmrw @ Spooky Nook are 9:10 and 1:50.
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AAU teammates Mase and Justin Lifshay ( Cousino’25) enjoyed their time at Albion College’s prospect camp. A great day and visit at my Alma Mater. Jody May and his staff run a class act program. Once a Brit always a Brit!
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Mason has decided to play.....Football! I’m glad he’s trying another sport. He still picked a hoops number 😂 🏈
#33
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Love the electricity you bring Mase. Keep playing with that chip on your shoulder kid! 😤
@BCAMCoaches
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Great day at Parker Gymnasium. Mason and Ben Canty (Bloomfield Hills, Schoolcraft CC) working on drift dribbles into attack and finishes. Ben is a 6’5 wing with length, athleticism and good skill. Finishes strong with both hands. Coaches please DM me. You won’t regret the call.
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Our Girls keep dancing! Go Colts! 🏀💃
𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒!!
For the first time in school history,
@TroyColtsGBB
are headed to the Elite 8!
@charlottesobot1
led all scorers with 24 points (16 points in the 4th quarter) and
@kendal_zeiter
dropped 23 and
@ElenaZesses
added 7.
AHHHHH TC
@MIPrepZone
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RU MEN’S BASKETBALL ADDS LOCAL DIVISION I TRANSFER, BRODY PARKER
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When I made my decision to play basketball at Albion College in 1989 for Mike Turner I was originally rejected. Coach Turner went to the admissions office to plead for them to accept me. They did. And it changed the course of my life! He promised my mom I would graduate. ❤️UCoach
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College Coaches: Plenty of 2021 unsigned Seniors in a open run @ Oakland Fieldhouse tonight from 5-7.
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Proud of you Mase. Keep getting better everyday!
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Grand Valley Head Coach Cornell Mann actively involved in drills at his own camp! Campers love it when the head coach shows passion. Leadership comes from the Top, down.
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Top 5 things I Ike to remind myself as an Assistant Coach/Head Coach
1.) Beat them to the office. 2) my job is to assist the head coach. Never undermine their authority. 3) add value daily and stay after practice to help players. 4) Don’t be a “Yes” man. ) Invest in each other!
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Thank you to former Detroit Tiger great Craig Monroe for coming out to support the Troy Colts in their victory over Harper Woods! Colts are now 12-1.
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Happy Birthday Brody! Some days I wish I could make time stand still. So proud of the young man you’ve become. Love you my guy!❤️
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This warms my heart. I think all of us can remember being that little kid just falling in love with the game and looking up to the high school players in our communities. It’s part of what makes sports so special. It spreads joy! With great power comes great responsibility.
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Great to see my guy
@JadenHardy1
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I’m not interested in comparing kids to one another. I can see the passion and love for the game in players. Look in their eyes. Players that value and respect the game. Players that don’t cheat the game. Young purists of sorts. This is who I want to go into battle with.
#winners
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Players: Watch Kyle Guy after he turns the ball over. He hurts his team twice after poor body language and lack of effort to get back on D. Make sure YOU are NOT that Guy.
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