Alodia Sports Academy specializes in taking your game to the next level by educating and training players on overall offensive skills with in-depth instruction on shooting. All of our certified instructors treasure the opportunity to work with student-athletes to elevate their performance.

NORMAN SCHIPPERS - President

Norman played Division I basketball at Stephen F. Austin, following a stand-out performance at Garden City (KS) Community College. He was an Academic All-American who twice led his team in scoring while shooting over 45% from the three-point area and over 85% from the free throw line. He still holds the all-time scoring record at Thomas More Prep-Marian High School (KS) – one of the top prep programs in the state.

Norman has been active in youth sports over the past 20 years – coaching teams, running and working basketball camps, organizing AAU basketball teams, and working with children on their skills development. Professionally, he ran some of North America's largest leadership and talent consulting firms.

With Alodia Sports Academy, Norman leveraged his background and experience to provide a unique experience for each and every athlete to improve his or her physical, mental and leadership skills. Norman's passion for helping athletes take their game to the next level and developing the leaders for tomorrow is the mission of Alodia Sports Academy.

TIM SCHUMACHER - Vice President, Strategy Development

Tim spent more than 17 years coaching basketball including time with three NCAA Division I colleges and as head coach of two Houston-area high schools (Klein Collins and Conroe). Tim led Klein Collins to a 141-44 record (76% winning percentage) and took teams to the Texas state Final 4, Elite 8, and Sweet 16 – while being ranked in the top 20 all five seasons. Tim was named district Coach of the Year on four occasions and a semi-finalist for state Coach of the Year. His players went on to play collegiately at various schools including Gonzaga, Texas, Tulsa and Georgia Tech.

As a collegiate player, Tim led the nation in 3-point shooting at Sheridan Wyoming JC– connecting on 55% from outside the arc. At Baylor, he was team captain, received the Presidential Leadership Award and was named Defensive Player of the Year. He also shot a sizzling 92% from the free throw line.

Tim is active in the Texas and national basketball communities. He served as Vice President of the Houston Basketball Coaches association, ran and worked many basketball camps, and is always designing innovative ways to help players elevate their games.

TERRY “SHUG” SCHIPPERS – Vice President, Kansas City

Terry Schippers played at Garden City (KS) Community College leading the nation in free throw percentage his sophomore year. He was recruited by several Division 1 schools including legendary coach Jack Hartman from Kansas State University. A career ending back injury at the end of his sophomore year halted his playing career and allowed him to be an assistant coach at Fort Hays State where he was a part of their two NAIA National Championships. He holds the all-time single season scoring record at Thomas More Prep-Marian High School where he averaged 25 points a game shooting 51% from the field and 86% from the free throw line. He spent two summers in college working the Los Angeles Lakers basketball camps with Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Over the past twenty years, he has been active coaching AAU teams--running basketball camps and skills clinics and working with kids on their basketball skills.

KEVIN ROY - Vice President - North Houston

Kevin began his coaching career while in college at the University of Akron – working with junior high boys and girls. Following graduation, he spent 14 seasons as a high school coach in the basketball crazy state of Indiana, winning several championships and receiving Coach of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards.

After spending time as an academic administrator, Kevin fulfilled his dream of creating a full-time boarding academy in the Houston area for elite tennis players. He leads a team of coaches, sports psychologists and sports performance trainers in helping highly skilled athletes gain a competitive edge and achieve outstanding results.

Kevin continues to work with elite basketball players, and has helped more than 30 receive Division I scholarships. Continuing his entrepreneurial ways, he developed a successful Web site that provides coaches and players of all levels tools they need to succeed.

TRENT CALDWELL - Vice President, Operations

Trent brings an extensive background and experience in operations and customer service to Alodia Sports Academy. As a key member of the leadership team as Alodia Sports Academy expands nationwide, Trent ensures operations run smoothly and customer service is first class at all times. He is excited to build the infrastructure Alodia Sports Academy needs to become the "Starbucks of Basketball Skills Education and Instruction."

Trent has a great passion for the game and seeing children fulfill their potential in sports and in life. If you see ANYTHING that could be improved to provide a better experience for you as a student, parent, coach or friend of Alodia Sports Academy, Trent will do his best to ensure we exceed your wishes!