OUR STAFF
At Impact Hoops our coaches are passionate about developing standout players and leaders. We're committed to building great relationships, creating a championship culture, and being great teachers of the game.
Founder/Coach: Jon Schmidt
Jon played high school basketball at MEI & college basketball at TWU. Jon graduated in 2011 with an education degree from UBC. Jon worked with the nationally acclaimed PGC Basketball from 2010-2016. It was during a PGC camp where the idea of starting a youth basketball program was sparked. In 2014 Jon founded Impact Hoops and has been leading Impact for the past 12 years. Jon's vision is to see Impact continue to grow as one of the premier youth basketball programs in BC.
Coach: Aly Nuruddin
Aly played high school basketball at Clayton Heights & college basketball at CBC. Aly graduated with an education degree from TWU and is currently teaching at Langley Christian. Aly is an assistant coach for the TWU Women's Basketball Team and has been coaching at Impact since 2016. Aly is an exceptional teacher, leader, and culture builder. Aly's had a remarkable influence on over 1000 players during his 10 years at Impact.
Coach: Matt Martens
Matt played high school basketball at Walnut Grove. Matt is currently working for the township of Langley and is training to become a firefighter. Matt attended Impact as a player for 5 years and has been coaching at Impact for the past 9 years. Matt is an outstanding energy giver, communicator, and relationship builder who uplifts every player in our program.
Coach: Leif Skelding
Leif played high school basketball at Centennial & college basketball at TWU. Leif is completing the final year of his education degree with plans to become a high school teacher. Leif has been coaching at Impact for the past 6 years. Leif is a phenomenal energy giver, encourager, and instills confidence into every player in our program.
Coach: Cailey Ayer
Cailey played high school basketball at Sardis Secondary and college basketball at CBC. Cailey is a youth care worker in Chilliwack and has been coaching at Impact for the past 3 years. Cailey is a natural connector, a great communicator, and brings a high level of knowledge to the players in our program.
Coach: Cassidy Buchanan
Cassidy played high school basketball at Brookswood and is currently playing college basketball at TWU. Cassidy attended Impact as a player for 2 years and has been coaching at Impact for the past 3 years. Cassidy brings a passion for the game, a smart basketball mind, and a commitment to help every player in our program improve.
Coach: Sydney Bradshaw
Sydney played high school basketball at Langley Christian and is currently playing college basketball at TWU. Sydney has been coaching at Impact for the past year and has been a great addition to our coaching staff. Sydney brings a high level of detail, gives great feedback, and cares deeply about every player in our program.
Coach: Kathryn New
Kathryn played high school basketball at Langley Christian and is currently working on her education degree at UBC. Kathryn attended Impact for 3 years as a player and has been coaching at Impact for the past 6 years. Kathryn brings a high level of intensity, focus, and passion that raises the level of every player in our program.
Coach: Asher Mayan
Asher played high school basketball at Langley Christian and college basketball at TRU. Asher is completing his education degree with plans to become a high school teacher. Asher attended Impact for 5 years as a player and has been coaching at Impact for the past 8 years. Asher brings incredible focus, precision, and attention to detail which helps every player in our program.
Coach: Mitch Morgan
Mitch played high school basketball at Winston Churchill & college basketball at TWU. Mitch is currently coaching at Langley Christian and has been coaching at Impact for the past 3 years. Mitch brings a high level of passion, energy, and joy that creates a great experience for every player in our program.
Coach: Gabe Vig
Gabe played high school basketball at MEI and is currently playing college basketball at Briercrest. Gabe attended Impact for 7 years as a player and has been coaching at Impact for the past 3 years. Gabe brings a high basketball IQ, strong relational skills, and commitment to living out our culture.
