Meet Coach Brandon Taylor
Founder & Head Trainer | RecruitPreps
Brandon Taylor is a former professional basketball player and Penn State University standout with a lifelong passion for basketball and developing young athletes. Raised in Tabernacle, New Jersey, Brandon grew up in a family with deep basketball roots. His passion for the game began at an early age and continued to grow as he developed his skills and pursued opportunities to compete at higher levels.
Brandon attended Trenton Catholic Academy, where he helped lead his team to a New Jersey Non-Public B State Championship and Tournament of Champions title. A 1,000-point career scorer, Brandon was also named the 2011–2012 Trenton Times Player of the Year. He continued his basketball career at Penn State University, competing in the Big Ten Conference from 2012 to 2016. A four-year varsity player and senior team captain, Brandon earned Third-Team All-Big Ten honors and finished his collegiate career with 1,289 points. He graduated with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Sociology.
Following college, Brandon pursued a professional basketball career overseas, competing in Greece, Switzerland, Sweden, and Finland. His international experience exposed him to different playing styles, coaching philosophies, and approaches to player development, further expanding his knowledge of the game. Today, Brandon brings his experience and passion for mentorship to RecruitPreps. His mission is to empower young athletes through basketball training, helping them develop strong fundamentals, build confidence, and understand the importance of discipline, teamwork, and accountability. Through RecruitPreps, Brandon is committed to creating a positive learning environment where athletes of all skill levels can develop their abilities, embrace challenges, and build the foundation for success both on and off the court.
Meet Coach Chance Patterson
Co-Founder & Head Trainer | RecruitPreps
Chance Patterson is a basketball coach, skills trainer, and partner at RecruitPreps, where he oversees player development and helps guide daily operations and business growth. Since 2019, he has trained athletes with an emphasis on fundamentals, individual skill development, confidence, and overall performance.
Chance earned his bachelor’s degree in Sports Management from Saint Peter’s University in 2018. His coaching experience includes AAU basketball beginning in 2019, with additional stints during the winter and spring of 2022. He coached high school junior varsity basketball during the 2023 to 2024 season and served as head assistant coach and junior varsity coach during the 2025 to 2026 season.
Beyond coaching and training, Chance has co-hosted a free, single-day basketball skills camp and helped organize high school basketball events. Through these efforts, he works to create opportunities for athletes and strengthen connections within the basketball community.