MAnagement
JASON BENADRETTI - Technical Director
Jason was born and raised in Southern California. He went on to study at the University of Arizona where he obtained a Business Management degree and later furthered his education, earning a master's degree from the University of Texas-Pan American.
He has extensive basketball experience on multiple levels of the game, including HS, JUCO, NAIA, NCAA D1, and the NBA. His NBA experience includes working as a regional advance scout for the Orlando Magic, where in-person scouting of future Magic opponents was a major responsibility of his.
Jason has also worked for scouting services, assisting NBA teams with in-person scouting of NBA Draft prospects.
In addition to this, he has a vast player development background, where he has helped to produce 40 NBA Draft selections in the last 8 years alone. He works with individuals from the youth levels to collegiate, international, and NBA players.
As an international sports consultant working with teams and federations from various sports, his travels have also taken him to all parts of the world and to 6 continents. Jason currently serves as the Director for Core Focus Sports Group.
TOMASO SASDELLI - Scouting Director
Tomaso was born in Bologna, Italy and graduated from the University of Bologna with a major in Business and further a postgraduate MBA in Marketing. With huge experience as a sales export manager in different markets and for different industries, he eventually specialized in the markets in Eastern Europe. Sasdelli has lived in Russia and Latvia and speaks five languages including Italian, English, French, Spanish and Russian.
He obtained the Italian Federation coaching license in 2011 and then turned his passion and devotion for the game into a job. Tomaso is currently in charge of creating relationships, scouting and recruiting prospects in Europe. He is a key figure in the European youth basketball scene, consistently recruiting the best young talents for major Italian clubs, as well as for U.S. schools and colleges.
STAFF
Marco Bonamico - Basketball Supervisor
Mitch Reaves - Director of College Recruiting
Mitch Reaves - Director of College Recruiting
Legend of Italian basketball.
Gold medalist at the FIBA European Championship in 1983 and silver medalist at the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games with the Italian National Team. Winner of two Italian championships and cups with Virtus Bologna during his playing years.
After his playing career ended, Marco had a successful career as a basketball manager, leading the Italian LegaDue as President and also the Italian player's association as the Director. He has been working for Italian National TV as a commentator for some of the most important basketball games.
Marco is known as "The Marine".
Mitch Reaves - Director of College Recruiting
Mitch Reaves - Director of College Recruiting
Mitch Reaves - Director of College Recruiting
As an experienced coach with stops at multiple NCAA D1 colleges, including Washington State University, Seattle University, and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Mitch is not only incredibly well-respected, but very well known too.
Having participated in 3 NCAA Tournaments, including 2 while working with Tony Bennett (current Virginia Head Coach) and 1 while on staff at Cal Poly, Mitch is no stranger to success. In addition, he has coached over 20 professional players, including multiple NBA players over the years. Now, he looks forward to combining his passion for helping people and his deep relationships in college basketball to help the EET family to accomplish their goals of playing college basketball.
Olga - Head Scout-Pусскоязычные страны
Mitch Reaves - Director of College Recruiting
Olga - Head Scout-Pусскоязычные страны
Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, and with Belorussian origins, Olga eventually moved to Italy 11 years ago. With a degree in Business and with an expertise in communication psychology, Olga is capable of identifying players with the right personalities and characteristics. Moreover, she has great experience in helping the families to choose and settle into Italian clubs.
Ольга родилась в Санкт-Петербурге, имеет белорусские корни. 11 лет назад переехала на ПМЖ в Италию. Получила высшее образования в области бизнеса и имеет опыт в психологии коммуникации. Ольга способна выделить игрока с подходящим характером и личностью. А также есть большой опыт в помощи семьям в выборе и обустройстве в клубах Италии
Almantas Kriksciunas - Scout-Lithuania
Shaxob Sharifov - Scout-Uzbekistan & Kazakhistan
Olga - Head Scout-Pусскоязычные страны
Almantas was born in the small town of Jonava, Lithuania and graduated from the University of Klaipeda with a Bachelors degree in Business Management.
Almantas has been in sports his entire life, closely following the game of basketball and playing since he was a child.
Known as AK to his friends, he has successfully developed sports businesses in the Baltics and is the right person to answer any questions Lithuanian families may have.
With his knowledge of the Lithuanian market, local talents, and fluency in the Russian and English languages, he will help families to find the best possible solution.
Vlad & Anton Dziuba - Scouts-Ukraine
Shaxob Sharifov - Scout-Uzbekistan & Kazakhistan
Shaxob Sharifov - Scout-Uzbekistan & Kazakhistan
The most influential basketball family in Kiev, the Dziubas know talent when they see it.
Vlad is a very well-known talent scout in Ukraine, and has already reported to EET some good Ukrainian talents in the past. Now, the relationship has become official with the addition of him to our team.
Anton is a professional basketball player of 206cm, who has played professionally in Spain and Ukraine. Now, he is starting his coaching career and also specializing in the scouting and development of young players.
The Dziuba scouts are the best in this field in Ukraine and they have the experience not only in evaluating talent, but also in supporting the families of the young players in making the right decisions for their future basketball and academic careers.
Shaxob Sharifov - Scout-Uzbekistan & Kazakhistan
Shaxob Sharifov - Scout-Uzbekistan & Kazakhistan
Shaxob Sharifov - Scout-Uzbekistan & Kazakhistan
A highly experienced manager with strong organizational and relational skills, Mr. Sharifov is a very will known person in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
His deep knowledge of the local environment and culture, is of great help to the families that aspire for an academic/athletic career abroad.
Feel free to contact Mr. Sharifov for any questions related to academic and athletic opportunities abroad.
Ansis Šenne - Scout-Latvia
Adrian Cabañas - Scout-Spain
Ansis Šenne - Scout-Latvia
As a regular in the Baltic States basketball environment, Ansis has been involved in basketball from all possible directions. It started as a player in the Latvian Youth Basketball League and carried on from there to several amateur leagues in Latvia and LBL3. In addition, he has been a basketball equipment sales consultant for national teams, and a regular on the camp scene as a coach throughout Europe. Now, he unites his biggest passions, which are traveling Europe and basketball. His mission is to help players chase their goals by find the right playing opportunities, and reaching the highest levels possible.
Ivan Lui - Scout-Italy
Adrian Cabañas - Scout-Spain
Ansis Šenne - Scout-Latvia
As someone who has truly lived the American experience, Ivan, is well prepared to identify and help players to reach their goals of competing in the U.S.A.
Having graduated from Florida International University in Miami and having spent time working at the University of Miami and Miami Dade College, Ivan's experience in NCAA and collegiate operations is immense. He has assisted with the international student enrollment process and worked face to face with influential donors and VIP. With a background and strong passion in football and basketball, he aims to help players realize their dreams, whether in the U.S.A. or in Europe.
Adrian Cabañas - Scout-Spain
Adrian Cabañas - Scout-Spain
Adrian Cabañas - Scout-Spain
A native of Spain, Adrian, is a Scout with an impeccable reputation. Always seeking to further himself academically, he has studied at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Tilburg Universiteit, and now is advancing his knowledge base even more at the Universidad Nacional de Estudios a Distancia and the Universidad Católica de Murcia in Sports Psychology and Big Data in Sports.
As a basketball coach with experience working with youth players, he understands the daily challenges that athletes are presented with, and the opportunities that may exist for them. He aims to continue to help more players to study and play in the U.S.A., as well as help any players to realize pathways within Europe.
Loïck Faivre - Scout-France
Loïck Faivre - Scout-France
Adrian Cabañas - Scout-Spain
A regular in the sporting scene in France, Loïck, is a graduate of the prestigious IESEG School of Management in Paris.
With experience interfacing with various stakeholders, including the ITF, ATP, and WTA, just to name a few, Loïck, has also worked closely with players and the media to help ensure smooth operations of the legendary Roland Garros.
With the ability to speak French, Spanish, and English, and an eye for talent, he lives to help those with potential to find pathways in their sport.
Kieran Matthews- Scout- UK
Loïck Faivre - Scout-France
Kieran Matthews- Scout- UK
London born and raised, Kieran is an established individual in the UK basketball scene. As a standout in high school, Kieran was set to have opportunities to reach the collegiate ranks, but when an injury hit, he lost scholarships and the opportunity to compete at a higher level.
. This has been a huge driving force ever since, as he has sought out ways to help others and make sure they get the necessary exposure and opportunities as the Director of On My Grind.
His ten years as a coach across every level of British basketball, ranging from the grassroots stages, to the Elite Youth Basketball League and the National Team pathway have put him in a position to support players and families and to always put them and their developmental needs first.