Head Coach 16U 17U

An Orange County native, Coach Pick has extensive experience in basketball. A former high school basketball player, he currently serves as the team manager for Concordia University, the assistant director for Newport Navigators (8 teams), and the JV head coach at Newport Harbor High School. Coach Pick has also worked with the Lakers and Jordan Lawley. He is excited to be part of the journey and to take his basketball career to the next level.

Founder & Director Head Coach

Coach Jay possesses a deep passion for basketball, influenced by his stepfather’s NBA career. With experience competing on the circuit and a solid foundation in player development, Coach Jay has trained alongside elite skills coach Jordan Lawley. His journey is marked by a commitment to growth, both as a player and a mentor, assisting athletes in refining their skills and reaching their full potential.

Assistant Coach 16U 17U

Player Mentor Coach - As a college basketball player, I am grateful for the opportunity to compete at a high level through scholarship opportunities at every stage of my journey. My Christian faith is the foundation of everything I do, shaping my work ethic, leadership, and dedication to the game. I understand firsthand what it takes to reach this level, and my experiences have fueled my passion for the sport beyond mere playing. After my professional career, I plan to transition into full-time coaching to develop talented athletes and shape young men of character, discipline, and integrity. My goal is to push them to be their best, holding them to high standards while mentoring, encouraging, and loving them in ways that prepare them for success both on and off the court.

Assistant Coach 16U 17U

Player Mentor Coach

Assistant Coach

Coach Ryan has an extensive background in the sport, recently graduating from Providence College, where he was a practice player for both the women's and men's teams. He has assisted in practices and run scouting for Big East play, as well as for NCAA tournament play in 2022, when the Providence Friars were a 4 seed, losing to the eventual national champions, Kansas. He has now moved out west from New Jersey and is working for NBA skills trainer Jordan Lawley, focusing on player development.

14U Head Coach

Coach Spencer began his coaching career shortly after his final college basketball season ended, starting at his alma mater, Greeley Central High School, where he served as the varsity assistant and led offseason development. He also trained athletes at all levels, from elite high school players to Division I athletes at the University of Northern Colorado. Recently, he relocated to Orange County to pursue coaching and training full-time, working under the mentorship of renowned trainer Jordan Lawley for the past two years.

Assistant Coach

Coach Snyder is from Chandler, Arizona, and developed a passion for athletics at an early age. He attended Tempe High School, where he played basketball, football, and track. As a basketball player, he earned first-team All-Region honors and was named Offensive Player of the Year in his conference.

After high school, Coach Snyder continued his basketball career at Westcliff University, where he played four seasons of collegiate basketball. During his time there, he was part of two conference championship teams.

Currently, Coach Snyder is deeply invested in player development as a skills trainer. He has trained alongside renowned trainers Jordan Lawley and Tony Vasaturo, gaining invaluable experience in developing players at all levels. Additionally, he contributed to Octagon's 2022 pre-draft process, working with athletes preparing for the next step in their professional careers.

Coach Snyder is passionate about mentoring athletes both on and off the court, guiding them to reach their full potential. His favorite Bible verse is 1 Corinthians 3:7.