Player Testimonials
Max Strus, Cleveland Cavaliers
“Three words I’d use to describe Shane Heirman are: thoughtful, passionate, and charismatic. He truly cares about his players, to the point where I now consider him a friend—someone I know I can call anytime. Shane is deeply committed to getting the best out of his players and creating a strong, family-oriented environment. Even before starting a family of his own, he preached that mindset, and now with two kids, I imagine that’s only grown stronger. What sets him apart most is his ability to genuinely connect with players and support them through challenges on and off the court. I’m forever grateful he came into my life.”
Jordan Clarkson, New York Knicks
"Shane and I were college teammates, and I always had a lot of respect for his tenacity, work ethic, and toughness. He was everything you’d want in a teammate. He was reliable, competitive, and all in. It’s been awesome to watch his journey and see him thrive as a head coach, especially in my hometown of San Antonio!"
Paul Reed, Detroit Pistons
"Playing for Shane was one of the greatest blessings of my life. We spent countless hours in the gym, but what meant the most were the moments off the court, whether in his office, on the phone, or at his home. He was always there. He genuinely cares more about the person than the player. Shane believed in me before I even knew what I was capable of, and he taught me how to carry myself like a pro long before I ever signed a contract. I’ll always be grateful for him, and I’ll always be in his corner."
Kevin Miller, SMU Mustangs
“Having Shane as my coach during my first two years of college was truly a blessing—it was all worth it. Now that I’m older, I have a deeper understanding of how hard you have to work and how difficult it is to lead a team and win. I remember the times he pushed me to lead more, even when I thought I was already doing enough. That challenge made me a better leader and taught me to never settle—to always strive for more. Shane is the kind of person you can talk to about anything, on or off the court, and he’ll always be there when you need advice or support. I’ll always have love and deep appreciation for you forever, Shane!”
Dylan Hayman, UIW Basketball
"The opportunity to play for Shane was life-changing for me in so many ways. He taught me a great deal about the game, but even more about life beyond basketball. He instilled a culture of hard work and discipline in everyone involved with the program, yet always prioritized who we were as people over what we could do on the court. He showed up for me every single time I needed him, and his presence in my life has been an incredible blessing."
