WHO WE ARE

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Coach Krystal has been a coach with the PV Thunder girls for 11 years. She has been involved in basketball and athletics for 25 years, first as an avid basketball player and now in the role of mentor and coach. Coach Krystal grew up in Lynchburg, Virginia where she attended E.C. Glass High School. During her time there, she was part of the varsity basketball team for four years and was elected team captain for two of those years. In addition, Coach Krystal played competitively on an AAU team. She is a graduate of James Madison University and the University of Maryland College Park. Besides coaching the PV Thunder girls, Coach Krystal also serves as the Head Varsity Coach at The Potomac School. Prior to joining the Potomac School, she assisted the McLean High School varsity girls’ program with winning their first district championship in 42 years. During her five-season tenure at McLean, the team played in four district championships, winning two of them. Prior to joining the McLean coaching staff, Coach Krystal served as the head varsity coach at a local private school where she was able to rebuild the program, which resulted in the school’s first appearance and ranking in the VISAA state tournament. She brings her experience and passion for working with youth to help the student-athletes on her teams become the best players and people that they can! #ItsBiggerThanBasketball

  Coach Adeeb has been a coach with the PV Thunder girls for six years. He has been passionately involved with basketball for majority of his life and is now pursuing a career in youth development through basketball. Coach Adeeb was born in Sydney, Australia, but has spent most of his life in the Montgomery/Howard County area of Maryland. Growing up, Coach Adeeb participated in all levels of basketball competition, including AAU, recreational, collegiate intramural, and even a brief overseas opportunity in the United Kingdom. He graduated with an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland College Park. Coach Adeeb seeks to help his players grow and improve as individuals and athletes through the experience of sport. He recently founded his own basketball training company, The Roo Lab, where he focuses on examining the micro skills in basketball to give players every possible edge against their opposition. Most importantly, Coach Adeeb believes that sport, especially basketball, brings communities together and gives people an opportunity to discover their potential both on and off the court.

Coach Stella is a senior at James Madison High School, where she has played on the varsity team for the last four years, winning three state championships. She is a former player of both Coach Krystal and Coach Adeeb. Coach Stella will continue her continuing her basketball career next season at the College of the Holy Cross. Throughout the years, she has served as mentor for younger players and helped coach at several basketball clinics and camps in the Northern Virginia area.  Coach Stella is looking forward to sharing her knowledge and passion for the game with our 17U players this season.

  Coach Todd has been the varsity assistant coach of Woodgrove High School, in Purcellville, Virginia since 2021. Since being an assistant varsity coach at Woodgrove, he has helped to transform the culture and building of talented players coming into the program. This season Woodgrove won their conference, Region C Championship, and 1st State Class 4 State Championship 2024 with an overall record of 29–1. The 2021–2022 team won the Potomac District going undefeated in the conference for the second year in row, winning the 5A Regional Championship, and making it to the 5A State 2022 Championship game. Coach Todd has worked with many all-conference, regional and state recognized players at Woodgrove High School. He has also been the assistant and head coach for the girls JV basketball teams at Woodgrove from 2017–2020, helping build a strong JV program at Woodgrove. Coach Todd has also coached track and field at Woodgrove High School since 2017, specializing in sprints and jumps. He has been coaching girls travel basketball since 2013 with the Loudoun Freedom basketball organization, Loudoun Middle School Travel League, and Loudoun Flight High School select, helping many of his former players go on to play in college or in high school. Coach Todd earned a scholarship for track and field to attend George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia in 1981. While at George Mason, he participated in the long and triple jump, placing 7th in the triple jump in IC4A’s (Intercollegiate Association of Amateur Athletes of America) two years in row, along with placing in many track and field invitational meets. Coach Todd graduated from Park View High School in Sterling, Virginia in 1981. While at Park View, he was a three-sport varsity athlete (football, basketball and track and field). He was a second team all-district running back and state runner-up in the 1981 football championship, a starting varsity point guard on the 1981 Park View district championship, and collectively earned six gold medals, one silver medal, and two bronze medals in the 1981 district and regional track and field championships along with breaking the regional triple jump record. Coach Todd still holds the long jump and triple jump record at Park View and was elected to the Park View Hall of Fame in 2011. He resides in Purcellville, VA with his wife, Marci, and two daughters, Jaidyn and Rylee. Both of Coach Todd’s daughters are current athletes at Randolph College and University of Lynchburg.

 Coach Joe started coaching youth sports in 1981 as a high school intern working with elementary school football programs in Shreveport, LA. His love of sports and of mentoring youth through sports has continued to this day, primarily in his favorite sport of basketball. Coach Joe has coached adult and youth basketball on various levels since 1989. He has served as the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Dominion High School, Sterling, VA since 2016. Prior to his tenure at Dominion, Coach Joe was associated with the Seneca Ridge River Bend Basketball League (SRRBBL) from 2003–2015, serving as a coach and division coordinator. He has also coached AAU/Travel for over 20 years, and was a founding coach with Loudoun Flight in 2017. A believer in positive coaching, Coach Joe strives to show his players that “Basketball is not just about basketball; basketball is about life.” He strives to ensure that every player on his team improves as a player and a person throughout the season and beyond. Coach Joe makes sure that his teams embody “The Seven Respects,” his personal coaching philosophy. In his professional life, Coach Joe currently serves as Director, Corporate Business Operations in the IT Services Directorate at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). He has held several other positions with NGA over the past 12 years. Before his career in federal civilian government service, Coach Joe served 21 years in the United States Navy, retiring with the rank of Commander. During his military career, CDR Smith served tours of duty at the Joint Chiefs of Staff, U.S. Third Fleet, the Chief of Naval Operations Strategic Studies Group, numerous Fleet Squadrons, and multiple carrier battle groups in the Atlantic and Pacific Fleets. Coach Joe received Bachelor’s Degrees in Computer Science and Systems Engineering in 1989 from the United State Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. He received Master’s Degrees in Information Systems Engineering and National Security Affairs in 1999 from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. Coach Joe is the oldest of five children of Joe L. and Frances Smith, of Baton Rouge, LA. He is married to Kris (Collins) Smith, and they have two daughters (both of whom he coached in youth sports): Janika, a massage and rehabilitative health therapist; and Jalah, a castmember with the Walt Disney Company. “Coach Janika” and “Coach Jalah” have frequently assisted their dad by coaching, serving at the scorer’s table, and videoing games.

Coach Shawn, a basketball enthusiast and a student of the game, is a native of Passaic, NJ. He has enjoyed the sport ever since he was a small child and has played at multiple competitive levels including AAU, high school varsity and in the United States Air Force. Coach Shawn is a Cardinal certified VHSL official. He has refereed many levels of competitive play, including collegiate D3, JUCO and high school basketball. Additionally, Coach Shawn also serves as a volunteer for the Special Olympics. In total, he has over 20 seasons of basketball coaching experience across Travel and AAU organizations. Coach Shawn’s obvious passion for youth enables him to uniquely concentrate on and develop sound fundamentals, while maintaining a fun environment in order to develop outstanding players and teams. His teams have been highly competitive competing for championships including AAU Nationals, TFN Roses, and on the GUAA circuit.Coach Shawn is an honorably charged veteran, holds a Master’s Degree of Science from The George Washington University, and works as a senior level officer for the Federal Government. Additionally, he holds multiple professional and coaching certificates. Coach Shawn and his wife Bridget (also a basketball coach and decorated former player) live in the Northern VA area and are blessed with two daughters, both of whom play basketball at the collegiate level.

 Coach Shawn, a basketball enthusiast and a student of the game, is a native of Passaic, NJ. He has enjoyed the sport ever since he was a small child and has played at multiple competitive levels including AAU, high school varsity and in the United States Air Force. Coach Shawn is a Cardinal certified VHSL official. He has refereed many levels of competitive play, including collegiate D3, JUCO and high school basketball. Additionally, Coach Shawn also serves as a volunteer for the Special Olympics. In total, he has over 20 seasons of basketball coaching experience across Travel and AAU organizations. Coach Shawn’s obvious passion for youth enables him to uniquely concentrate on and develop sound fundamentals, while maintaining a fun environment in order to develop outstanding players and teams. His teams have been highly competitive competing for championships including AAU Nationals, TFN Roses, and on the GUAA circuit.Coach Shawn is an honorably charged veteran, holds a Master’s Degree of Science from The George Washington University, and works as a senior level officer for the Federal Government. Additionally, he holds multiple professional and coaching certificates. Coach Shawn and his wife Bridget (also a basketball coach and decorated former player) live in the Northern VA area and are blessed with two daughters, both of whom play basketball at the collegiate level.

Coach Mac has over 10 years of coaching experience, both as a head and assistant coach for boys and girls teams. He is currently an assistant on the St. Paul VI High School Boys coaching staff (where he played). Coach Mac brings a strong, game-focused approach, with an emphasis on situational matchups, team dynamics, and developing basketball IQ. He graduated from PVI, Virginia Tech (undergrad) and George Mason (graduate) and lives in Ashburn, VA with his wife Amy and four children.

Coach Josh has played and loved the game of basketball since he was a child. He has coached youth sports for a decade. A native of San Antonio, Coach Josh played collegiately at Washington University in St. Louis before graduating from Harvard. His high school accolades include selection to the Texas High School Coaches Association All-Star game, Academic All State, and a school record (still held) for charges taken in a season and career. A lawyer by training, he has served in several legal and non-legal positions in the federal government.

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Coach Brian has been involved with coaching youth sports for several years including Loudoun Flight, Dulles Youth Sports/South Loudoun Basketball. He has also taught music and mentored participants in youth camps. Coach Brian’s philosophy is to teach young players not only on-court skills to be successful athletes, but skills that can also help them be successful in life. Skills such as teamwork, leadership, situational awareness, and decision-making. But above all, showing the players how to have fun in the midst of competition. Coach Brian, a USA Basketball Gold Licensed coach, resides in Loudoun County, VA with his wife and is the proud Girl Dad of two basketball loving daughters.

Coach Colleen played collegiate basketball at Georgetown University. While at Georgetown, her team won the Big East regular season title in 1993 and made the first NCAA Sweet 16 appearance in the history of the Georgetown women’s program. Coach Colleen was a Big East Academic All-Star in 1993, was named to the Third Team All-Big East in 1995, held school records for 3-point field goals made (both single season and career) and 3-point field goal percentage, and was a four-year letter winner. She was also a member of the Big East All Star team representing the league in international summer competition throughout Europe during her four years on the hilltop. During high school, Coach Colleen was a three-time first team all-conference selection, and held leading scorer honors at her high school. While in high school, she played for the Philadelphia Belles AAU program.

Coach Emily is a recent graduate of James Madison University and is in her first year of coaching. She has experience playing at varying levels; including county, AAU, high school, and collegiate club. Coach Emily maintains extensive experience in the AAU realm where she played for the Potomac Valley Vogues, Premiere Sports Performance Academy (PSPA), and GTS Fusion (under Head Coach Katie Fudd). Coach Emily also played at James Madison High School in Vienna, Virginia and graduated in 2018. Coach Emily strives to maximize upon player’s abilities while emphasizing the criticality of fundamentals, increasing basketball IQ, and analyzing game time decisions.

Coach Mike founded the Virginia Hurricanes Girls Basketball Club in 2008.  He has coached numerous Hurricanes and Fusion basketball teams in local, regional and national tournaments. Coach Mike has also coached girls teams for Arlington County Travel Basketball (Division 1). He has coached many other youth sports teams throughout Northern Virginia over the past 20 years, including flag football, baseball and softball. In 2015, Coach Mike began coaching girls flag football teams in NFL Flag Football tournaments. He has become the most successful girls flag football coach in the country, winning an unprecedented five NFL Flag Football National Championships. Coach Mike is dedicated to teaching skills, teamwork and sports IQ.

Coach Maddy is in her fifth year coaching select basketball at varying grade levels. Her experience as a collegiate basketball player at Marymount University from 2016–2018 has provided her with a solid foundation in the sport. Currently, Coach Maddy holds the position of head varsity girls basketball coach at Washington-Liberty High School. Before assuming her current position at Washington-Liberty, she demonstrated her love for coaching across the spectrum, from elementary school to high school levels. This diverse experience attests to Coach Maddy's proficiency in honing players' abilities at every stage of their development.

Coach Carly is a recent graduate of Columbia University where she played point guard from 2019–2023 and was a member of the team that won the 2023 Ivy League Championship. She was a four-year Varsity player at St. John's College High School and led St. John's to three consecutive WCAC Championships and was named to the WCAC All-Conference First Team.

Coach Bruce is currently the Girls JV Head Coach at St. Paul VI, Commissioner of Dulles Youth South (DYS) Basketball, and Girls Varsity Head Coach of the Lunsford Middle School team. He has been coaching girls recreational, middle school, and travel teams in the Northern Virginia area for the past 10 years. Coach Bruce has also served in multiple administrative roles such as the Director of Travel and Director of Development (grades 2-3) for DYS/South Loudoun Basketball. He is a prior service U.S. Marine, former Law Enforcement and Intelligence professional, and has been in Government Contracting as a Program Manager for the last 15+ years. Coach Bruce currently resides in South Riding, VA with his wife and is a proud girl dad of two daughters - a sophomore at Coastal Carolina and 8th grader at Lunsford Middle School.

Coach Nick is currently an Assistant Coach with the St. Paul VI Varsity Girls Basketball program. He has served as the team’s operations specialist for the past 5 years. Coach Nick graduated from St. Paul VI in 2019 and was a manager for the Girls Basketball program during his time as a student. He currently serves as the Assistant Director of the Art Turner Memorial, one of the nation’s premier girls’ high school basketball tip-off tournaments. Coach Nick also serves as the Assistant Director for Scott Allen Summer Basketball Camps and has been in this role for five years. He has previously coached with the Potomac Valley Vogues, One on None, and Loudoun Flight. Coach Nick has also had the opportunity to work with Blue Star Media, USJN, and Collegiate Girls Basketball Report. He is currently attending graduate school at James Madison University and plans to earn his Masters in the Spring of 2025.

Coach Tayler is currently the Head Coach of the Varsity Girls Basketball program at Tuscarora High School in Leesburg, VA. She has been coaching high school for the last three years. Before Coach Tayler coached at Tuscarora, she was a player at George Mason University where she was a four year starter and was named captain for her senior year. Coach Tayler left Mason finishing 12th in assists all time and helping the team reach its second ever post season berth in 2018. Before attending George Mason, she attended Spotswood High School in Harrisonburg, VA. Coach Tayler was a two time state champion and was voted player of the year in 2014. She currently plays semi-professionally for the WABA Virginia Hearts.

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Coach Dee is a seasoned basketball enthusiast with a passion for the game that spans many years. With a background in both playing and coaching, he brings a wealth of experience to his role. From Coach Dee's time on the junior and varsity teams during his school years to coaching youth basketball, including within the Ashburn Youth Basketball League, he has always been deeply involved in the sport. Coach Dee is a career coach for adults and teens as well.. He channels his love for basketball into helping individuals become better leaders, both on and off the court. Coach Dee firmly believes in unlocking the true leadership potential in his players, not only in terms of on-court mastery but also in navigating the challenges of everyday life. Through his coaching philosophy, Coach Dee instills essential life skills such as teamwork, discipline, respect, and the importance of maintaining mental health. As a USA Basketball Gold Licensed coach, he is dedicated to enhancing his players' basketball IQ and fostering a strong sense of team unity. Residing in Loudoun County, VA, with his wife and children, Coach Dee takes pride in being a devoted father to two girls and a son. His youngest daughter shares his passion for basketball, actively honing her skills and exploring the game with curiosity and enthusiasm.

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