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Brendrick DeAngelo Simmons, now known as DeAngelo Simmons in the world of basketball, is the youngest of ten children.  Growing up in his household, he was looked after by his older siblings; primarily by Johnny, his older brother, who guided and coached Simmons in basketball throughout his career at Farmerville High in Farmerville, Louisiana. With a passion for excellence and an inner drive to succeed, DeAngelo was elected to be Vice-President of his class, and was an outstanding student-athlete, achieving All- District and All- State honors in basketball, baseball, and track.

DeAngelo’s success in academics and basketball, continued at the collegiate level at Tyler Junior College in Texas, Southern University in New Orleans, and finally at the University of Louisiana at Monroe where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Physical Education. During his college life, Simmons became passionate about teaching the fundamental principles that the game of basketball instructs. He quickly recognized his calling to become a mentor to his young nephews who followed his path to basketball success. It seemed predestined for Simmons to become a basketball skills developer long before a career as a top sports agent became a reality. Guided by his natural abilities, a strong determination to succeed and a proven expertise in coaching and teaching, DeAngelo decided to implement his well-learned techniques and methodology to become a Skills Development Coach.  This set the stage for his career in professional basketball and the founding of BDS Sports Agency, one of the top 25 nationally ranked sports agencies.

In 2006, Simmons became a Certified NBA Agent after producing 4- and 5-star talent through his unique skills development training and coaching. His students became All-Conference Standouts propelling them to the NBA level, where one student under Simmons management became a 4-time All-Star. Simmons went on to negotiate over $200M in contracts for that one single player. That player became the 3rd highest paid player in the entire NBA behind the likes of LeBron James and Steph Curry in the 2017-18 season. Simmons’ ability to teach basketball, manage players and families, and negotiate contracts makes him a triple threat in the basketball industry.

After tremendous success at BDS, DeAngelo embarked on a new journey, to become CEO of CORE4, a basketball training facility in Atlanta, GA.  Here student-athletes of all ages and skill levels receive private training from youth camps to professional development.  Along with basketball training, CORE4 houses post graduate and undergraduate programs to prepare athletes for college careers and to perform at peak levels both on and off the court.  DeAngelo’s holistic approach to training, community service and full life enrichment has led to the creation of 8:28 Sports Ventures where our team seeks connection, achievement, impact and above all, purpose.

DeAngelo Simmons’ life and career reflects his belief that anyone can accomplish their heartfelt dreams if they simply adhere to the understanding that everything in life takes “TIME” and adheres to a “PROCESS” where commitment is the common denominator.