Larisa Nakasone
Larisa Nakasone has a holistic approach to development, not only focusing on basketball skills, but also body health and athleticism, mental training, and self-growth. Her goal is to create a collaborative environment that supports individuals to continuously be better versions of themselves.
Larisa has previously worked at UPBasketball facility as a Player Development Coach, where she led and assisted skill development workouts for athletes of all levels. It was here that her passion for mindfulness and mental training flourished under Mike Franco, a professional Mental Skills Coach. She learned the benefits of meditation and the positive impact that visualization had not only on the court but also in life. Prior to UPBasketball, Larisa worked as an executive assistant at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Credit Suisse.