THE OFFICIAL HOME OF
NJ RAPTORS BASKETBALL
MEET THE COACHES
“Coaching is unlocking a players potential to maximize their growth.”
COACH EJ
HEAD COACH / OWNER
Coach EJ, Edward Jones is from Long Branch, NJ, and has played four years of college basketball, two of which were at Ocean County College. Edward then transferred to Delaware Valley University, where he earned his bachelor's degree in Business Marketing. EJ is the JV and Assistant Varsity basketball coach at Monmouth Regional High School. He has coached AAU for six years and provides private skill training to basketball players for 5+ years.
COACH STU
High School Coach
Coach Stu is a current graduate student at Rutgers university. Coach Stu played basketball for Saint John Vianney, and is now honored to be serving as their Head Freshman Coach and Varsity Assistant. Coach Stu is excited to be joining the Raptors program and looks forward to bringing his experience and passion to help athletes grow both on and off the court.
COACH KEVIN
Middle/High School Coach
Coach Kevin Bio Coming Soon!
COACH T
High School Coach
Coach T is the current Assistant Varsity Coach at Saint John Vianney High School, bringing over a decade of New Jersey coaching experience to the role. Contributing to over 150 wins, he has a track record of success. Previous coachng experience includes a National Championship run and top 10 National ranking with Ocean County College, a Jersey Shore Championship game appearance and 50+ B-South win streak with Toms River North HS and a brief stint with the NCAA Division II Georgian Court University. Coach T played his college ball career with Ocean County College and #2 ranked D3 William Paterson.
COACH DARIUS
LEAD COACH
Coach Darius is from Asbury, NJ. He has played college basketball at the University of Bridgeport & Genesee College where he was a part of a regional 3 championship team. He has coached AAU basketball for 3+ years. Darius provides private skill training to basketball players. Reach out today to schedule private lessons!
COACH JALEN
Middle/High School Coach
Coach Jalen Bio Coming Soon!
COACH FRAN
Middle/High School Coach
Coach Fran Bio Coming Soon!
Delia
Program Director
Delia graduated in 2022 with a Masters degree from NYU and has been working full-time as a Clinical Psychotherapist since. A former athlete herself with a type A personality, Delia came on board the Raptors program in 2023 and has been a catalyst for the programs growth ever since. From team schedules, gear orders, coordinating travel, and everything in-between, Delia is your go-to person for any and all Raptors questions or concerns. Please don't hesitate to reach out!
