‘Road to DSA’ - Testimonials

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Joanne Tsang (Parents of Gerald - Temasek Junior College)

It is with immense pleasure that I write this testimonial for Coach John, who played a pivotal role in preparing and our son, Justin, for the Direct School Admission (DSA) trials through a series of personalized one-on-one training sessions in basketball that enabled Justin to be successfully selected for his first choice of school in the DSA exercise. Justin was merely a "street baller" who never had professional training with any academy. Although he was winning games in the national school games and as captain of his school's hampionship campaign in the West Zone in 2023, he needed a structure and mentor to elevate his game. Coach John tailored each session to address specific areas of improvement. His expertise in basketball coaching was evident in the thoughtful and structured training program he designed, focusing on enhancing Justin's skills, tactical understanding, and overall game performance. Coach John's ability to create a positive and motivating environment was truly commendable. Justin not only developed as a basketball player but also gained confidence in his abilities through Coach John's encouragement and constructive feedback. The emphasis on both technical proficiency and mental resilience during the sessions undoubtedly contributed to Justin's growth as a player. What sets Coach John apart is his dedication to understanding Justin's unique strengths and areas for improvement. Coach John's attention to detail and his knack for identifying and refining Justin's skills were instrumental in his progress. Moreover, Coach John's passion for the game extended beyond the court. He imparted valuable life lessons about discipline, teamwork, and perseverance, instilling in Justin not only the skills required for basketball success but also the qualities that contribute to personal growth and character development. As a parent, I am profoundly grateful for the positive impact Coach John has had on Justin's basketball journey. His coaching prowess, coupled with genuine care for his students' overall well-being, makes him an exceptional mentor. I wholeheartedly recommend Coach John to any aspiring athlete seeking not only to excel in their sport but also to develop the qualities that extend far beyond the court. Thank you, Coach John, for your unwavering commitment and for being instrumental in Justin's journey toward success. Sincerely, Justin, Catherine, Jason

Jason Yeo (Parent of Justin - SJII)

“I am writing to you in regards to the online DSA Interview workshop.

My son, Hilfi, has always had difficulties expressing himself and communicating with others especially to those whom he is not close with. Hence, I was really worried that he will not be able to do well and answer the questions asked during his DSA Interview. However, with the bhelp of the DSA Interview workshop, it has helped to hone and enhance Hilfi’s communication and answering skills. On top of that, the workshop was very effective and covered a lot of relevant content and techniques that are not only useful for the interview but also for the oral examination. Those contents and techniques have proven to be very beneficial as some of the questions asked during the interview were similar to the content covered during the workshop. This has thus allowed Hilfi to make use of the answering techniques taught during the workshop in his interview session. Moreover, the pace and engagement of the workshop were very good, and the learning materials prepared were very informative and detailed.

With the help of the DSA Interview workshop, Hilfi was able to complete his DSA interview well and has successfully been given a position in one of his DSA choice of school. Hence, as I strongly believe that the DSA interview workshop wax an extremely worthwhile session and is beneficial for students who are interested in applying for DSA. I, therefore, would strongly recommend having this DSA interview workshop as I believe it can equip students with all the skills required when attending an interview.”

Fareeda (Parent of Hilfi - Dunman Sec)