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STAFF
Under 16's
With the boys having high expectations for this year, the team has retained many of the same players from last season and also incorporated some new talent into producing a highly competitive group of players. This season is going to be a good one for this team!
James Cummings
u18 NBL HEAD coach | MEN'S NBL DIV 3 ASSISTANT COACH
James plays a key role in driving the club’s growth and success. After spending eight years in Europe learning the game under top-level coaches, James brings valuable experience and insight to his leadership.Since joining the club four years ago, James has led both the seniors and juniors, helping to build a strong, development-focused pathway for players of all ages.
He also oversees coach development across the club, ensuring high standards and a consistent approach to training at every level.Dedicated to creating a positive and ambitious environment, James continues to help shape the Royals into a respected and community-driven basketball club, focused on long-term growth and opportunity.
Kevin Moore
U16 NBL Head Coach
Coach Kev is in his third year of coaching having played since school age. He's played ball at his place of work and at National League level along with community level competition. Kev joined Stevenage Royals as he's looking to put back into the club after his son spent many years with us and relying on others kind volunteering to keep teams playing, before he left for university.
James Whybrow
MEN'S Assistant Coach
I first starting learning basketball at Russell Hoops when I was 13 years old. I then played as captain of the team at my secondary school in years 9 and 10. After I left school I went to Oaklands College where I progressed my knowledge and understanding of the game and competed for two years while I was 17/18. In 2016 as part of Russell Hoops, I played in the U18s team on a tour to Madrid, where I competed against high level players in a friendly tournament.
I started coaching in 2022 and began assisting the coaches of the U16 National League team towards the end of the 21/22 season. I am always looking to learn and progress my knowledge and ultimately help the players I coach reach their highest potential.
COLLEEN SHELLEY
ASSISTANT COACH
I’ve been fortunate enough to play ball from the ages of 10-27 at a high standard. My playing career; Canadian Junior Commonwealth team, Ontario Regional & National championship finalist and Ottawa University player.
Since then I've been coaching for over 30 years in Canada & the UK: Coached U11, U14 & U17 boys and girls teams in Canada for HoopKids & Eastern Ontario Basketball Association. Recently took Herts county U11A&B boys teams to win in playoffs in 2022 & 2023.
I’m blessed that most of my coaches when I was a player were volunteers. This is my payback to the sport I have grown to love so much as a volunteer coach to Stevenage Royals & Russell Hoops. I’m so pleased basketball has grown so much in Stevenage and Hertfordshire community.
JASON Martinez
U14 NBL HEAD COACH
I represented the London Towers National League Team from U14 all the way through to U20 level. During this time, I was fortunate enough to play in European tournaments in France and Belgium, as well as play in the RAF Final Four and National Cup Finals, respectively.
I represented England at U15 and U16, playing in a handful of fixtures both at home and abroad during this time. I was also selected for an International Representative team that toured New England, USA competing against AAU and High School teams from the region.
As a coach, I have completed the Level 2 award and have ambitions to complete the Level 3 programme. I have coached at university level, prior to coaching National League but also enjoy coaching plenty of other sports in my day job as a secondary school PE teacher.
T ATES
minis HEAD COACH
I represented the London Towers National League Team from U14 all the way through to U20 level. During this time, I was fortunate enough to play in European tournaments in France and Belgium, as well as play in the RAF Final Four and National Cup Finals, respectively.
I represented England at U15 and U16, playing in a handful of fixtures both at home and abroad during this time. I was also selected for an International Representative team that toured New England, USA competing against AAU and High School teams from the region.
As a coach, I have completed the Level 2 award and have ambitions to complete the Level 3 programme. I have coached at university level, prior to coaching National League but also enjoy coaching plenty of other sports in my day job as a secondary school PE teacher.
LEONN MEADE
U12 NBL ASSISTANT COACH
I represented the London Towers National League Team from U14 all the way through to U20 level. During this time, I was fortunate enough to play in European tournaments in France and Belgium, as well as play in the RAF Final Four and National Cup Finals, respectively.
I represented England at U15 and U16, playing in a handful of fixtures both at home and abroad during this time. I was also selected for an International Representative team that toured New England, USA competing against AAU and High School teams from the region.
As a coach, I have completed the Level 2 award and have ambitions to complete the Level 3 programme. I have coached at university level, prior to coaching National League but also enjoy coaching plenty of other sports in my day job as a secondary school PE teacher.
KEANE HEWITT
U12 & U18 NBL ASSISTANT COACH
I represented the London Towers National League Team from U14 all the way through to U20 level. During this time, I was fortunate enough to play in European tournaments in France and Belgium, as well as play in the RAF Final Four and National Cup Finals, respectively.
I represented England at U15 and U16, playing in a handful of fixtures both at home and abroad during this time. I was also selected for an International Representative team that toured New England, USA competing against AAU and High School teams from the region.
As a coach, I have completed the Level 2 award and have ambitions to complete the Level 3 programme. I have coached at university level, prior to coaching National League but also enjoy coaching plenty of other sports in my day job as a secondary school PE teacher.
BAGGIO GRAY
U16 NBL ASSISTANT COACH
I represented the London Towers National League Team from U14 all the way through to U20 level. During this time, I was fortunate enough to play in European tournaments in France and Belgium, as well as play in the RAF Final Four and National Cup Finals, respectively.
I represented England at U15 and U16, playing in a handful of fixtures both at home and abroad during this time. I was also selected for an International Representative team that toured New England, USA competing against AAU and High School teams from the region.
As a coach, I have completed the Level 2 award and have ambitions to complete the Level 3 programme. I have coached at university level, prior to coaching National League but also enjoy coaching plenty of other sports in my day job as a secondary school PE teacher.
AJ
MEN NBL DIV 3 HEAD COACH
I represented the London Towers National League Team from U14 all the way through to U20 level. During this time, I was fortunate enough to play in European tournaments in France and Belgium, as well as play in the RAF Final Four and National Cup Finals, respectively.
I represented England at U15 and U16, playing in a handful of fixtures both at home and abroad during this time. I was also selected for an International Representative team that toured New England, USA competing against AAU and High School teams from the region.
As a coach, I have completed the Level 2 award and have ambitions to complete the Level 3 programme. I have coached at university level, prior to coaching National League but also enjoy coaching plenty of other sports in my day job as a secondary school PE teacher.
Dan RAYMEN
ASSISTANT COACH
I represented the London Towers National League Team from U14 all the way through to U20 level. During this time, I was fortunate enough to play in European tournaments in France and Belgium, as well as play in the RAF Final Four and National Cup Finals, respectively.
I represented England at U15 and U16, playing in a handful of fixtures both at home and abroad during this time. I was also selected for an International Representative team that toured New England, USA competing against AAU and High School teams from the region.
As a coach, I have completed the Level 2 award and have ambitions to complete the Level 3 programme. I have coached at university level, prior to coaching National League but also enjoy coaching plenty of other sports in my day job as a secondary school PE teacher.
tally strachan
social media coordinator
I went to see Basketball at the 2012 Olympics and thought it looked fun. Dad found a local training session in Ware that I started that summer, it turned into Russell hoops where I just trained and went to camps for 4 years. Played for county in 2016-18, joined Oaklands Wolves in 2016 and played there until 2020. In that time was part of the girls u14 national champions team.
Always loved art, studied it at all exam levels and then Fine Art degree at the University of Hertfordshire. Graduated with first in September 2025. Work as a children book illustrator part time and pet portrait artist.
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