Pro Basketball Player
Mentor
Entrepreneur
Driven by discipline, creativity, and making ’em pay every day.
Built Through Experience. Refined Through Discipline.
For over 15 years, Tyren Johnson has competed professionally across Europe and the Americas, adapting to different teams, coaching systems, and roles. That journey required more than talent. It required structure, mental discipline, and the ability to perform under pressure.
Today, Tyren mentors athletes and individuals who are serious about growth, performance, and long-term development.
Work With Tyren
MENTORSHIP
Personal mentorship for athletes and individuals seeking structure, clarity, and accountability. Built from real professional experience and focused on long-term growth.
Makempay Academy
Structured basketball development systems designed to build consistent, game-ready players through proven professional principles.
Speaking
Leadership, discipline, and performance talks for teams, organizations, and athletes looking to develop stronger mental and professional foundations.
THE JOURNEY
From being cut twice in high school … to spending three years on the bench in college … to building a 16-year professional career overseas.
My path wasn’t easy — but every setback turned into fuel. Now I’m sharing the lessons, discipline, and mindset that carried me from the last man on the roster to a trusted pro, so you can shortcut the struggles and start making them pay.
The Makempay Philosophy
Makempay is about preparation and discipline. It means developing the habits, structure, and mindset necessary to perform when opportunity comes.
Success is not built on motivation alone. It is built on consistency, discipline, and preparation over time.
This philosophy is the foundation behind Tyren’s mentorship and Makempay Academy.
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Get professional insights and development principles built from 16+ years of professional experience.
THE TYREN JOHNSON SHOW
MY PODCAST
In each episode, we’ll unlock the secrets to resilience, goal achievement, and personal transformation. Whether you’re an athlete striving for greatness, an entrepreneur chasing your dreams, or anyone seeking to level up in life, this podcast is your source of inspiration and practical wisdom.
Expect in-depth conversations with top athletes, coaches, experts in mental conditioning, and thought leaders from various fields. We’ll share real-life stories of triumph over adversity, dissect the psychology of peak performance, and provide actionable tips to help you become the best version of yourself.
HOW TO MAKEMPAY
E-BOOK
Being an unknown prospect at a small 2A school in the sugarcane fields of Louisiana, I found a way to make my dreams come true. Receiving a scholarship to the University of Louisiana, I spent three years on the bench in college. I still had my dreams, and that’s when I began developing the foundational skills to adopt the MAKEMPAY mentality. Going from the bench to the MVP of the Sun Belt Conference, I defeated the Odds. 16 years later. I have played in NBA Preseason games with the Indiana Pacers and in eight countries around the world.
Through inspiring stories and concrete advice, this book will help you understand my process. It will teach you how to Makempay.
With the book’s tips, you will be able to add a decade or more of knowledge I’ve gained from my experience and that of other professional athletes around the world.
WORLDWIDE
BASKETBALL CAMPS
PERSONAL COACHING
I personally participate in every Makempay Camp — teaching, competing, and making sure each player gets real feedback.
WORLDWIDE EXPERIENCE
From Europe to the U.S., I’ve hosted camps across multiple countries and cities, bringing global insight to local players.
PRO LEVEL TRAINING
Every camp is built on drills, systems, and lessons from my 16-year professional career — the same standards I lived by as a pro.ck.
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