Xavier began his first collegiate basketball season with the Fredonia State Men’s basketball program in 2013-2014. After his basketball career ended at SUNY Fredonia, he then became an assistant coach for the Fredonia State Women’s Basketball team from 2014-2016. He now resides in Radisson, NY with his girlfriend Maggie. Xavier currently serves as the Executive Director/Business Development Director for ED23.

As an Orangeman, Jones season stats averaged 67% throughout his college career and he also played professional basketball overseas in the Netherlands and locally for the Rochester Razorsharks post college. Jones is a mentor and instructor on and off the court, who served as an Assistant Basketball Coach at Syracuse Academy of Science and Nottingham High School, leading him to become the first ever Head Coach of the JV Basketball Team at OnTech Charter High School. Jones is passionate about working with the youth and has been involved with all ages. Jones can be seen volunteering throughout the community and beyond through his partnership with former Syracuse University teammate, Eric Devendorf hosting back to school basketball clinics and opportunities for the youth that motivate and provide resources. In his spare time, Jones is always looking for ways to give back towards youth development (physical, mental, emotional focus) through partnerships with local nonprofit organizations, and attends special events and guest seminars, where he shares his personal story to motivate, uplift and encourage others.

His passion for coaching is to help the youth achieve their goals and make a difference in the community. He is excited to begin his journey with ED23 Hoops and help take this program to the next level. Nicholas Peckham is 30 years old and happily engaged. Nick & his fiancé currently have a 6-year-old child.

She has served as the assistant varsity women’s basketball coach at Guilderland High School near Albany, NY along with coaching for several youth basketball programs in the City of Syracuse. She is passionate about player social-emotional development and self-esteem building. My hobbies include traveling, playing basketball, cooking and baking, and spending time with family and friends.

He played AAU for multiple teams over the span of 5 years, traveling all across the Northeast. He has played within the Liverpool Basketball program in high school. He’s new to the coaching scene but eager to grow his basketball knowledge to help others be successful!

Erin transferred to SUNY Cortland where she received her Physical Education & Health degree. She is currently a physical education teacher and has a Master’s in Coaching and Physical

Education. Erin is a certified basketball coach that has been coaching basketball for ten years. She started out coaching modified boys’ basketball at Liverpool in addition to coaching boys for Salt City Hoops. She then went on to coach girls’ JV and Varsity basketball. Erin has years of experience including running her own program, camps, coaching clinics, and training athletes at the high school and collegiate levels.

He was First Team All-League Finger Lakes West, Ronald McDonald House All-Star, All-Greater Rochester Honorable Mention, team MVP, and played AAU for WNY Xrossover. After graduation, he went to Rochester Institute of Technology to play basketball before transferring to Syracuse University to study Economics and Policy Studies.  He currently is the men’s Basketball Team student manager. In his spare time, he also coaches for WNY Xrossover 12U team.

Walter attended Onondaga Community College we he found his passion for being a trainer and strength and conditioning coach. With 7+ years of training and coaching athletes, Walter has worked with professional overseas basketball players and has coached and helped multiple 1,000+ scorers on the high school and college level. He doesn’t just build better bodies he builds better people! 

After graduating high school in 1995, Bob enlisted in the Navy. He was commissioned in 2004 and continues to serve in the Navy Reserve where he holds the rank of Commander. Bob previously worked as a sportswriter for an Upstate New York newspaper where he covered high school and college sports.

His coaching philosophy is fundamentals-first, developed through discipline, humility, hard-work and selflessness.

She is currently the Head Coach for Henniger High school girls’ varsity basketball.  Throughout Coach Love’s basketball career, her accomplishments include playing overseas and being ranked in the top five for steals and assists. During her journey, after suffering various injuries, she discovered a newfound love of helping athletes rehabilitate and learn injury presentation. Her training philosophy comes down to two quotes: “Whisper criticism and scream praise, and “It doesn’t matter who comes in front of you to guard you – they still can’t check you.”

He left OCS as their All-Time record holder in Assists (Game, Season, and Career). After High School Josh attended Cayuga Community College (CCC) from 1997-1999 and led the team in scoring and assists. He was selected to the NJCAA Region 3 All-Star game his sophomore year. After his basketball career ended, he came back to OCS to serve as an Assistant to Hall of Fame Coach Larry Behm. Currently, Josh serves as a 1-4 Grade Girls Coach with Marcellus Youth Basketball and runs the 4th Grade Girls travel team. His goal is to help CNY Youth develop a lifelong love of the game. Through this love, they will develop sportsmanship, discipline, and work ethic that will help them beyond basketball.

A passionate volunteer, he has coached both youth basketball for Syracuse City Parks & Recreation and youth football at Eastwood Bears, each for 10 years. Through these roles, Coach Sharpe has focused on teaching young athlete’s valuable lessons in teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.

Currently, Coach Sharpe serves as the Founder and President of Eastwood Youth Football & Cheer (Eastwood Grizzlies Pop Warner), an organization committed to providing children with a positive, supportive environment to learn and grow through football and cheerleading.

Among her many experiences, she was especially passionate about playing AAU basketball with the Corning Sky Hawks, where her love for the game continued to grow.

Today, Sarah has rediscovered that same passion in a new role—head coach. Most recently, she proudly led her daughter’s school 10U team through an undefeated season, inspiring young athletes with the same determination and enthusiasm that shaped her own basketball journey.

Her coaching philosophy centers on developing coachable, confident players by building strong individual technical skills. She believes that when players grow individually, their confidence develops naturally. Through individualized player development, she cultivates a team-first mindset that highlights each player’s unique strengths. This team-centered approach creates a competitive yet developmental environment where athletes are empowered to succeed both individually and collectively.

Joseph played basketball at Cayuga Community College (JUCO) from 2006–2008 after competing at both the JV and Varsity levels at Central Square High School from 2003–2006.

He has coached youth basketball for several years in the Camillus area. From 2019–2024, Joseph served as a Head Coach for Holy Family School, working with teams ranging from 2nd through 7th grade. He also spent two seasons as a Head Coach with Camillus Optimist Youth Basketball, coaching 4th and 5th grade teams.

In addition to basketball, Joseph coached West Genesee Pop Warner Football from 2021–2024, including two years as head coach of the 10U team and one season as an assistant coach on a state championship team.

Joseph is dedicated to creating a positive, disciplined team environment where young athletes can grow both on and off the court.

Richard has served as both a Head Coach and Coaching Assistant for Upstate CYAA boys AAU programs, helping develop training plans, implement game strategies, and mentor players in competitive environments. His teams have seen significant success, including an undefeated championship season in the 10–12 year-old division in 2025 and a division championship in the 7–9 year-old division in 2024. He was also honored as a Head Coach during the 2023 CYAA Upstate AAU All-Star Weekend

Known for his strong communication and leadership skills, Richard emphasizes skill development, discipline, and sportsmanship. He is committed to helping young athletes improve both on and off the court while creating a positive and competitive team culture.