About Us

Dear Hoopers,

Let’s get straight to the point. I love the game of basketball. It has been the thing I have cared about most for as long as I can remember, and it continues to shape my life today. Teaching this game is not something I take lightly. It is a privilege to work with so many of you, from experienced players who share my passion to young athletes who are discovering the joy of basketball for the first time.

I have been fortunate to experience this game at every level, both as a player and a coach. Those experiences have given me a perspective that I am proud to bring back home to Minnesota. The lessons you learn through basketball stay with you forever. They build discipline, confidence, and toughness. They teach you how to respond to challenges and how to keep choosing growth even when it is difficult.

At Hoop Habits, we believe greatness is built through consistent effort. It comes from the habits you choose, the decisions you make, and the work you put in when no one is watching. Our training reflects the reality of competition. We teach the game the way it is actually played. Fast. Dynamic. Full of reads and reactions that demand understanding as much as skill.  It is exciting to be part of your journey and to help shape the present and future of Minnesota basketball. I am grateful you are here, and I cannot wait to see what you become through this work.

Coach Tuck

Let’s Get To Work!

Why Hoop Habits?

Built and led by pros

Our trainers have all played at the highest levels and bring an unparalleled basketball IQ to training sessions with every athlete who walks through our doors.

Conceptual training that translates

We teach spacing, reads, decision-making, and game IQ — the “why” behind the skill that separates good from great.

A culture for the committed

Athletes who train here work harder, think the game better, and hold themselves to a higher standard.

Minnesota’s top talent trains here

From youth players to Division I recruits to professionals, Hoop Habits attracts the state’s most dedicated competitors.

Holistic athlete development

Skill work, strength, conditioning, mindset and nutrition support come together to give athletes everything they need to reach their full potential.

Our Approach

At Hoop Habits, we believe players improve most when training mirrors real game challenges. Our methods are designed to not only develop skills, but to teach athletes how to apply our training techniques and concepts to live game situations. How to think the game, and not just execute movements. Conceptual training is as important, if not more, than individual drill work. We focus on concepts such as spacing, reading the defense, and preparing for situations that athletes will encounter throughout the course of a game. When an athlete steps onto the court and recognizes a scenario before it unfolds, when they make a sound decision under pressure, and when their preparation shows in real time, that is when the work becomes visible. That is the moment they can say, with confidence, “WE WORK ON THAT!”

Meet Our Team

Anthony Tucker

Founder, Head Trainer

A Twin Cities native and graduate of Minnetonka High School, Anthony Tucker led the Skippers to a State Championship and a top 10 national ranking during his senior year in 2008. Tucker was named the Star Tribune Metro Player of the Year and graduated as the school’s all-time leading scorer. He earned a scholarship to play in the Big Ten for the Iowa Hawkeyes before finishing his college career at Minnesota State University – Moorhead, where he was named to the All-Conference and All-Region Teams.

Tucker boasts an accomplished 11 year professional career spanning nine countries and including four finals appearances, one MVP award, one scoring title, and three assist titles. He also played in the NBA G League for the Windy City Bulls. Coach Tuck has extensive coaching experience, from AAU to high school varsity to serving as Head Coach of the Taichung Suns in Taiwan’s T1 League. In the fall of 2025, he will enter his first season as the Head Coach of Holy Family girls basketball program.

Instagram:

@_ant_tucker

Chris Carr

Head of Strategic Partnerships, Hoop Habits; Director, Hoop Habits Elite Girls; President, Hoop Habits Foundation

Coach Carr is a former NBA guard who played six seasons with multiple teams, including the Minnesota Timberwolves, after earning Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Year honors at Southern Illinois University.

Following his playing career, founded 43 Hoops Academy, where he combined elite basketball training with life skills mentorship. Coach Carr has had successful coaching stints at Eden Prairie High School, Kansas State, Drury University and most recently coaching AAU in the Yanders Law program.

In 2022, Coach Carr was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame and now through his many roles at Hoop Habits is helping athletes grow through discipline, development, and opportunity.

Jadee Jones

Director of Player Development

Jadee Jones is a Minnesota native, having played high school basketball at DeLaSalle and Hopkins and finishing as a “Mr. Basketball” finalist in 2004. He earned a scholarship to play Division I basketball at Furman University and finished his career at Minnesota State Mankato. From coaching to skills training, Jadee has been one of the most influential leaders in the Minnesota basketball community over the last 15 years. As a part of the Apple Valley High School staff, he helped guide the program to three state championships in 2013, 2015, and 2017. Notably, he has been instrumental in the development of his brothers, Tyus and Tre Jones, 5-star recruits that played at Duke University prior to their NBA careers. Jadee has trained both throughout their careers and continues to do so today. He is widely considered to be the preeminent skills trainer in Minnesota, working with elite talent at the high school, college, and pro levels. Jadee now serves as the head coach at Minnehaha Academy, a program with a history of excellence. Jadee’s knowledge is unmatched and his passion for teaching the game is undeniable – an invaluable asset for Hoop Habits and our athletes.

Instagram:

@jadeejon3s

Courtney Boylan Douglass

Skills Trainer

Introducing Courtney Boylan Douglass – Since graduating and winning Miss Basketball Minnesota in 2008, Courtney has continued to stay involved with her passion for basketball. She was a 4-year scholar athlete and letter winner at the University of Michigan. Courtney then went on to be a Division I assistant basketball coach at Northern Kentucky University where she helped lead NKU to two consecutive winning seasons and post-season tournaments. She then played professional basketball in Israel for 8 seasons and recently retired after winning an Israeli League Championship in her last season.

During those 8 years, she would spend her summers in Minnesota working with thousands of basketball players and helping with the skill development at some of the top high school programs in the state. She now lives in Minnesota full-time and is continuing her passion for mentoring and developing basketball players at every age and level.

Instagram:

@courtneyddouglass

Nate Wolters

Skills Trainer

Nate played 10 seasons of professional basketball before retiring in 2023. Drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2013 NBA Draft, he played two seasons in the NBA. He continued his career overseas, where he played for some of the highest level teams in Europe. Nate played college basketball for South Dakota State University, where he was an NCAA All American and led his team to two Division I NCAA tournament appearances. Nate is excited to help players of all ages and skill levels get better at basketball while also having fun.

Instagram:

@nate_wolters6

Roger Johnson

Media Contributor

In his role as a Hoop Habits media contributor, Roger will be writing a periodic blog to engage readers on a wide variety of basketball related topics. While he spent the bulk of his career as a Marketing executive at Wells Fargo & Company, Roger has also done freelance work for Life Time Fitness providing content for their Ultimate Hoops website. Perhaps more important than Roger’s work experience is the passion he has for the game of basketball. He has extensive, perhaps even unrivaled (just ask him), experience and insights as a player, coach, parent and fan. Roger played collegiately for Moorhead State University and was a fixture in local amateur leagues for nearly two decades, continuing to play pick up ball into his early 60’s. He has shared his passion and knowledge of the game by coaching traveling and AAU basketball. As a proud parent, Roger enjoyed following the successful high school and college careers of his son and daughter. Roger is an original Minnesota Timberwolves season ticket holder and has had season tickets for both the men’s and women’s basketball teams at the University of Minnesota. In retirement, Roger’s fandom has continued as he attends 50 plus high school and AAU games each year. Based on his latest estimate, he has played in, coached or personally attended more than 3,000 basketball games in his lifetime.