CCA Basketball

A message from Coach Alfonzo Duncan, Head Basketball Coach

It is an honor to join the Cornerstone Christian Academy family as your Head Basketball Coach. After more than 30 years of coaching, competing, and serving at every level of this game, I can say with confidence that this opportunity means something special to me. I do not take it lightly.

Basketball has taken me across the country and through some of the most competitive programs in college athletics. Those experiences taught me what it takes to develop young people into competitors, leaders, and men and women of character. That is exactly what I am here to do at CCA.

I believe basketball is bigger than the game itself. It is a platform. Every practice, every film session, every conversation on the sideline is a chance to pour into a young person's life in a way that lasts far beyond their playing days. My commitment to each of our student-athletes is simple: I will challenge you, I will support you, and I will never stop investing in who you are becoming.

My coaching philosophy is grounded in accountability, discipline, faith, and excellence. We will work hard. We will compete at a high level. And we will do it the right way, with integrity, unity, and a standard that reflects our faith and our school's mission.

I am also deeply committed to helping our student-athletes pursue opportunities at the collegiate level. My background in NCAA compliance and recruiting means I understand that process inside and out, and I will be a resource for every family in this program.

I am grateful to God for this chapter and excited for what lies ahead. Let's get to work.

Coach Alfonzo Duncan
Head Basketball Coach, Cornerstone Christian Academy

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  • Head Basketball Coach, Cornerstone Christian Academy

    Coach Alfonzo Duncan brings more than 30 years of coaching and athletic administration experience at both the high school and collegiate levels to Cornerstone Christian Academy. His career spans NCAA Division I, NCAA Division II, and NAIA institutions, giving him a rare and well-rounded perspective on what it takes for student-athletes to succeed at the next level.

    Coaching & Administrative Career

    Coach Duncan has held positions as head coach, assistant coach, athletic director, assistant athletic director, and NCAA compliance administrator throughout his career. His coaching journey has taken him to Florida Atlantic University, Virginia Tech, North Carolina A&T State University, Livingstone College, Clinton College, the University of the Virgin Islands, Charlotte Country Day School, St. John's Northwestern Military Academy, and several other respected programs. Along the way he has been part of conference championship teams, NCAA Tournament appearances, and nationally recognized basketball programs.

    NCAA Compliance Expertise

    One of Coach Duncan's most distinctive qualifications is his tenure as Associate Athletic Director for Compliance at Livingstone College, where he oversaw NCAA Division II compliance and eligibility requirements for more than 250 student-athletes. His deep knowledge of NCAA regulations, recruiting standards, and eligibility requirements is a significant asset to CCA families. As college athletics continues to evolve with transfer portal regulations and shifting NCAA requirements, Coach Duncan is uniquely positioned to help our student-athletes and their families navigate the recruiting process with confidence.

    Philosophy & Mission

    Throughout his career Coach Duncan has consistently prioritized academic achievement, character development, leadership, and athletic excellence. His background as a motivational speaker, educator, and administrator aligns naturally with Cornerstone Christian Academy's mission of developing student-athletes both on and off the court. His influence reaches far beyond wins and losses.

    We are grateful to welcome Coach Duncan to the Cornerstone family and look forward to the impact he will have on our students, families, and community for years to come.

  • Athletic Trainer

    Ryan is a world-renowned basketball skill-development specialist, athletic trainer, and author with over a decade of experience developing elite-level basketball talent. His expertise spans player development, shooting mechanics, ball-handling, footwork, and overall athletic performance. Ryan has conducted basketball camps and clinics in 30 states and 8 countries, reaching thousands of athletes at every level, from youth and high school players to professional and NBA athletes.

    Ryan has worked closely with some of the NBA’s top stars, including Stephen Curry, Trae Young, Anthony Edwards, Zach LaVine, Mac McClung, Khris Middleton, and Seth Curry. He co-directed the Stephen Curry Skills Academy, where he provided elite skill training to athletes while working alongside Curry himself. Ryan also served as the basketball coordinator for a national Sprite commercial, training NBA athletes Trae Young and Anthony Edwards, ensuring peak performance and precise skill execution on camera.

    His approach combines cutting-edge training techniques, personalized skill development, and holistic performance strategies, helping players maximize their potential while reducing injury risk. At the North Carolina Premier Post-Grad Program, Ryan brings this world-class expertise directly to the athletes, providing individualized skill sessions, team development strategies, recovery guidance, and strength & agility programming. His goal is to ensure that each player leaves the program technically, physically, and mentally prepared for college-level basketball and beyond.