Aaron Richards
About Aaron Richards
Aaron Richards is a Jr. NBA Certified Instructor at NBA Canada and a Senior System Administrator at Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited, based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
Current Roles at NBA Canada
Aaron Richards serves as a Jr. NBA Certified Instructor at NBA Canada, a role he has held since 2015. In this position, he focuses on developing basketball skills in children aged 5-8. The program he instructs aligns with the standards set by Canadian Sport 4 Life and Long Term Athlete Development. Participants in the Jr. NBA program receive a Spalding Rookie Gear Basketball and an NBA team-branded t-shirt. The training sessions consist of weekly 45-minute practices designed to be age-appropriate and engaging.
Role at Canadian Bank Note Company
Since 2014, Aaron Richards has been working as a Senior System Administrator at Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. His responsibilities include managing and maintaining the company's IT infrastructure. His role demands a keen attention to detail and expertise in system administration to ensure the smooth operation of the company’s networks and systems.
Founding Steel City Slam Basketball Club
In 2013, Aaron Richards co-founded the Steel City Slam Basketball Club in Sault Ste. Marie. He serves as the Director and Coach, overseeing the development and management of the club. His roles include organizing training sessions, coaching youth athletes, and promoting basketball within the community.
Previous Experience at Ontario Basketball
Aaron Richards worked with Ontario Basketball from 2013 to 2015 as the Head Coach for the Ontario Talent Identification & Development Program in Sault Ste. Marie. In this capacity, he was responsible for identifying and developing young basketball talent, preparing them for advanced levels of competition.
Educational Background in Computer Networking
Aaron Richards pursued a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Networking from Lake Superior State University, completing his degree between 2009 and 2012. Prior to that, he earned an Associate's degree in Computer Network Technology from Sault College of Applied Arts & Technology, where he studied from 2006 to 2009. His education has provided him with a strong foundation in computer network technology and systems.