About Us
At Elite Basketball
We are dedicated to developing young athletes through professional coaching, elite-level training, and a passion for the game. Our academy is built on the foundation of Love & Consistency (LC), ensuring that every player receives structured development, personalized guidance, and a supportive environment to thrive.
🏀 Our Mission
We aim to empower players of all levels—from beginners to elite athletes—by providing high-quality coaching, game-focused training, and a pathway to competitive success. Our programs focus not just on skill enhancement, but also on teamwork, leadership, and mental resilience to shape well-rounded athletes on and off the court.
🔥 What We Offer
- Comprehensive Training Programs – Covering fundamentals, advanced techniques, and game strategies
- Elite-Level Coaching – Led by experienced coaches with strong playing and coaching backgrounds
- Competition & Development Pathways – Helping players transition from grassroots to representative levels
- State-of-the-Art Facilities – Training in top-tier venues with high-performance equipment
💡 Why LC Elite?
- Tailored Training – Programs designed to suit each player’s skill level & goals
- Small Coach-to-Player Ratio – Ensuring personalized attention & faster improvement
- Proven Track Record – We have helped numerous players make rep teams and improve game performance
🏆 Join LC Elite and Take Your Game to the Next Level!
Whether you are just starting out or looking to push your skills to the highest level, LC Elite Basketball Academy is here to guide you every step of the way. Train. Compete. Succeed.
Our values

EXCELLENCE
Setting the Standard
- Delivering professional-quality coaching at every level
- Maintaining high standards in all aspects of training
- Pursuing continuous improvement in our methods

PASSION
Igniting the Love for the Game
- Bringing energy and enthusiasm to every training session
- Creating an engaging and fun learning environment
- Inspiring young athletes to embrace basketball

Development
Growing Future Champions
- Providing age-appropriate skill progression
- Building both athletic ability and character
- Fostering confidence through achievement
Our Classes
Our training provides a structured basketball development program where young players systematically refine essential skills such as passing, shooting, and dribbling. Through progressive training, they strengthen their strategic awareness, decision-making, and teamwork, building confidence and deepening their passion for the game. Our expert coaching is dedicated to unlocking each player’s potential, helping them excel both on and off the court.
COACHING TEAM
Archie Watson
“I believe mistakes are an important part of every athlete’s development. By encouraging players to take positive risks, learn from setbacks and remain confident through challenges, I aim to help them grow into resilient, capable and self-assured basketballers.”
Archie Watson
“I believe mistakes are an important part of every athlete’s development. By encouraging players to take positive risks, learn from setbacks and remain confident through challenges, I aim to help them grow into resilient, capable and self-assured basketballers.”
• St Kevin’s College — 2020–2022
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Wattle Park Saints — 2022–2026
Chelsea D Angelo
“As both a player and a coach, I aim to inspire a genuine love for basketball while teaching the value of hard work, resilience and teamwork. My goal is to help young athletes grow in confidence, embrace challenges and develop qualities that will support them well beyond the basketball court.”
Chelsea D Angelo
“As both a player and a coach, I aim to inspire a genuine love for basketball while teaching the value of hard work, resilience and teamwork. My goal is to help young athletes grow in confidence, embrace challenges and develop qualities that will support them well beyond the basketball court.”
• WNBL — 2018–2022
• NBL1 — 2018–2026
• Australian Gems, FIBA U19 World Cup Silver Medal — 2019
• Italy Serie A2 — 2023
• Tauihi Basketball Aotearoa, New Zealand — 2024
• WCBA, China — 2025
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Melbourne Girls Grammar — 2018–2020
• JackJumpers NBL Junior Academy — 2018–2021
• Melbourne Boomers Junior Academy — 2018–2021
• LC Elite Basketball Academy— 2025–Present
Felix Su
“I aim to create a positive, disciplined and supportive environment where every athlete feels confident to learn and improve. My coaching focuses on strong fundamentals, smart decision-making, teamwork and accountability, while helping players develop the confidence, resilience and respect that will benefit them both on and off the court.”
Felix Su
“I aim to create a positive, disciplined and supportive environment where every athlete feels confident to learn and improve. My coaching focuses on strong fundamentals, smart decision-making, teamwork and accountability, while helping players develop the confidence, resilience and respect that will benefit them both on and off the court.”
• LC Elite Basketball Academy — 2017–2021
• Warrandyte Venom U18, VJBL — 2023–2024
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Camberwell Dragons U14.4 Boys Assistant Coach, VJBL — 2025–2026
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, Deakin University — 2023–2026
James Lu
“I believe lasting improvement comes from passion, persistence and the willingness to embrace challenges. I aim to create an environment where players train with purpose, support one another and develop the confidence to improve every day.”
James Lu
“I believe lasting improvement comes from passion, persistence and the willingness to embrace challenges. I aim to create an environment where players train with purpose, support one another and develop the confidence to improve every day.”
• Chinese University Basketball Association — 2003–2006
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Doncaster Panthers U18 Boys Head Coach — 2018–2019
• Balwyn Blazers U10 Boys Head Coach — 2020–2021
• Ringwood Hawks U12.6 Boys Assistant Coach — 2022–2023
• Warrandyte Venom U14.1 Boys Assistant Coach — 2023–2024
• Dandenong Rangers U12.11 Boys Head Coach — 2025–2026
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Head Coach
Jason He
“I aim to help young players build strong fundamentals, confidence and a deeper understanding of the game. By creating a supportive and challenging environment, I encourage athletes to work with purpose, learn from every experience and become reliable teammates both on and off the court.”
Jason He
“I aim to help young players build strong fundamentals, confidence and a deeper understanding of the game. By creating a supportive and challenging environment, I encourage athletes to work with purpose, learn from every experience and become reliable teammates both on and off the court.”
• Ivanhoe Grammar School Firsts — 2022–2025
• AGSV All-Star Team Selection — 2025
• Big V Youth League 1 Men — 2025–2026
• Bulleen Boomers and Camberwell Dragons, VJBL U16–U20
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Camberwell Dragons U18.2 Boys Assistant Coach, VC — 2025–2026
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach —–Present2
• Camberwell Dragons School Holiday Program Coach
Josh Mackinnon
“I aim to help young athletes build confidence through strong fundamentals, disciplined habits and a clear understanding of the game. By creating a positive and challenging environment, I want players to enjoy the process of improving, learn to compete with purpose and feel prepared to take the next step in their basketball journey.”
Josh Mackinnon
“I aim to help young athletes build confidence through strong fundamentals, disciplined habits and a clear understanding of the game. By creating a positive and challenging environment, I want players to enjoy the process of improving, learn to compete with purpose and feel prepared to take the next step in their basketball journey.”
• Victorian Junior Basketball League (VJBL) Youth Player — 2021
• North West Basketball Union (NWBU) Player — 2022
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Hawthorn Magic U12.7, VJBL — 2023–2024
• Hawthorn Magic U12.5, VJBL — 2024–2025
• Hawthorn Magic U20.2, VJBL — 2024–2025
• Hawthorn Magic U12.3, VJBL — 2025–2026
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach — 2025–Present
• Basketball Victoria State Development Program (SDP) Coach — 2025–Present
• Basketball Victoria Future Development Program (FDP) Coach — 2025–Present
Katie Harrington
“I want every young athlete to feel supported, challenged and excited to improve. My coaching focuses on building strong habits, confidence and resilience, while helping players understand that consistent effort and a positive attitude can open opportunities both in basketball and in life.”
Katie Harrington
“I want every young athlete to feel supported, challenged and excited to improve. My coaching focuses on building strong habits, confidence and resilience, while helping players understand that consistent effort and a positive attitude can open opportunities both in basketball and in life.”
• Big V Division 1 Women — 2024–2026; Team MVP and nominated for Defensive Player of the Year and Youth Player of the Year
• University of Wyoming Women’s Basketball, NCAA Division I — 2025–Present
• Carey Grammar Firsts — Captain and three-time MVP
• Nunawading Spectres NBL1 Development Player
• Victoria Navy U20 Emergency Player
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Carey Grammar Year 7B Coach
• Hawthorn Magic U12.4 Girls Coach
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach
• Rep Ready Coach
Kristofao Abdul-Rahman
“I believe effort matters more than the final result, character matters more than talent, and every player deserves to be challenged and believed in. My goal is not only to teach basketball, but also to develop hardworking, coachable and supportive teammates who compete with heart and leave every session better than when they arrived.”
Kristofao Abdul-Rahman
“I believe effort matters more than the final result, character matters more than talent, and every player deserves to be challenged and believed in. My goal is not only to teach basketball, but also to develop hardworking, coachable and supportive teammates who compete with heart and leave every session better than when they arrived.”
• McKinnon Cougars Big V Youth Men, Youth League 1 — 2024; Finals Runner-Up
• Victoria University UBL Development Player — 2025–Present
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Prahran High School Boys Basketball Coach — 2023–2024
• McKinnon Cougars U12.2 Boys Assistant Coach, VJBL — 2024
• South East Warriors U14 A Grade Assistant Coach, McKinnon Basketball Association — 2024
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach — 2026–Present
Larry Chen
“I believe young athletes grow best when they are challenged with purpose and supported with consistency. My goal is to help every player develop strong fundamentals, confidence and resilience, while learning to compete with discipline, respond positively to adversity and never give up on their potential.”
Larry Chen
“I believe young athletes grow best when they are challenged with purpose and supported with consistency. My goal is to help every player develop strong fundamentals, confidence and resilience, while learning to compete with discipline, respond positively to adversity and never give up on their potential.”
• Altona Gators Division 2 Men, Big V — 2019–2020
• Coburg Giants U14.2 Boys, VJBL — 2019–2020
• Hume City Championship Men, Big V — 2022–2023
• Melbourne University Championship Men, Big V — 2023–2024
• Warrandyte Venom U14.1 Boys, VJBL — 2023–2024
• Keysborough Cougars U12.1, VJBL — 2024–2025
• Camberwell Dragons Championship Men, Big V — 2024–2026
• Camberwell Dragons U14.4, VJBL — 2025–2026
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Head Coach
Luke Scicluna
“I aim to create an energetic and encouraging environment where players are excited to learn, compete and improve. By focusing on fundamentals, confidence and consistent effort, I want every athlete to leave training with greater belief in their ability and a clear understanding of how to keep progressing.”
Luke Scicluna
“I aim to create an energetic and encouraging environment where players are excited to learn, compete and improve. By focusing on fundamentals, confidence and consistent effort, I want every athlete to leave training with greater belief in their ability and a clear understanding of how to keep progressing.”
• SEDA USA Select Team — 2024
• U20 Division 1 Championship MVP
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• SEDA Clinic Leader — 2022–2024
• McKinnon Domestic Saints U14 Head Coach — 2024
• Sandringham Domestic Titans U18 Head Coach — 2026–Present
• Founder, L1 Hoops
• Four years of coaching experience
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach
Mikey Zhang
“My coaching philosophy is centred on developing skilled, disciplined and confident athletes through consistent effort and teamwork. I strive to create a positive environment where every player feels supported, continues to improve and has the opportunity to reach their potential both on and off the court.”
Mikey Zhang
“My coaching philosophy is centred on developing skilled, disciplined and confident athletes through consistent effort and teamwork. I strive to create a positive environment where every player feels supported, continues to improve and has the opportunity to reach their potential both on and off the court.”
• OTL Elite, AAU — 2023
• The Knox School First Team — 2023–2025
• Waverley Falcons U18–U20, VJBL — 2023–2025
• RMIT Youth League, Big V — 2025–Present
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach — 2022–Present
• Dandenong Rangers U12.12 Boys, Regional League 1 VJBL — 2025–2026
Olivia Dunning
“I aim to use my playing and coaching experience to help every athlete grow into the player they want to become. By creating a positive, encouraging and enjoyable environment, I hope to develop each player’s confidence, work ethic and lasting passion for the game.”
Olivia Dunning
“I aim to use my playing and coaching experience to help every athlete grow into the player they want to become. By creating a positive, encouraging and enjoyable environment, I hope to develop each player’s confidence, work ethic and lasting passion for the game.”
• Waverley Falcons, VJBL — 2014–2022
• Dandenong Rangers, VJBL — 2023–2024
• Hawthorn Magic Youth League Women, Big V — 2024–2026
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Solway Basketball Club Team Coach — 2017–2025
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach
Owen Guito
“I believe a positive attitude is one of the most valuable qualities an athlete can develop. My goal is to help players remain confident, optimistic and willing to learn, even when they face challenges, so they can continue growing both as athletes and as individuals.”
Owen Guito
“I believe a positive attitude is one of the most valuable qualities an athlete can develop. My goal is to help players remain confident, optimistic and willing to learn, even when they face challenges, so they can continue growing both as athletes and as individuals.”
• Chileague Cup Runner-Up — 2018
• Cita Hati West Cup Champion — 2018
• Gloria Cup Champion — 2018
• Gloria Cup Champion — 2019
• Bali Cup Third Place — 2021
• Springnation Runner-Up, Australia — 2023
• Springnation Runner-Up, Indonesia — 2023
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach
Robbie Heath
“My goal is to develop confident competitors by building the mindset, discipline and daily habits needed to succeed. I aim to challenge players to compete with purpose, take ownership of their development and carry the confidence and resilience they build through basketball into life beyond the court.”
Robbie Heath
“My goal is to develop confident competitors by building the mindset, discipline and daily habits needed to succeed. I aim to challenge players to compete with purpose, take ownership of their development and carry the confidence and resilience they build through basketball into life beyond the court.”
• West Chester University Student-Athlete — 2019–2020
• Pepperdine University Student-Athlete — 2020–2021
• Diamond Valley Eagles, NBL1 — 2021
• Cairns Taipans, NBL — 2021–2022
• Ringwood Hawks, NBL1 — 2022
• Keilor Thunder, NBL1 — 2023
• Central Coast Crusaders, NBL1 — 2024
• Waverley Falcons, NBL1 — 2025
• Hume City Broncos, Big V — 2026
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach — 2025–Present
Ryan Vernal
“I believe every player deserves the opportunity, guidance and support to succeed. While motivation can change from day to day, discipline and consistent effort create lasting improvement. My goal is to help athletes make the most of every opportunity and develop habits that allow them to reach their potential.”
Ryan Vernal
“I believe every player deserves the opportunity, guidance and support to succeed. While motivation can change from day to day, discipline and consistent effort create lasting improvement. My goal is to help athletes make the most of every opportunity and develop habits that allow them to reach their potential.”
• Ringwood Hawks VJBL — 2009–2014
• Victoria University Andrew Gaze Basketball Academy — 2016
• NTSI Pennsylvania College — 2016–2017
• Knox Raiders — 2017–2021
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Boronia Saints — 2012–2022
• Camberwell Grammar — 2019–2025
• Haileybury — 2019–2025
• Knox Raiders VJBL U16.4 — 2020–2022
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach — 2026–Present
Shawn King
“I believe coaching is about more than teaching basketball skills. My goal is to share my love for the game while helping young athletes develop confidence, discipline, teamwork and leadership—qualities that will support them both on the court and throughout their lives.”
Shawn King
“I believe coaching is about more than teaching basketball skills. My goal is to share my love for the game while helping young athletes develop confidence, discipline, teamwork and leadership—qualities that will support them both on the court and throughout their lives.”
• Carey Grammar First Boys and Girls Head Coach — 2016–2023
• Melbourne University and University Basketball League Head Coach — 2022–2024
• University Basketball League National Champion — 2023
• Camberwell Dragons Championship Men Head Coach, Big V — 2024–2026
• Camberwell Dragons Director of Coaching — 2025–Present
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coaching Director
Tommy Shi
“I aim to share my passion for basketball while helping young athletes improve their skills, confidence and understanding of the game. Through an environment built on teamwork, discipline and respect, I want players to grow not only as basketballers, but also as positive and responsible young people.”
Tommy Shi
“I aim to share my passion for basketball while helping young athletes improve their skills, confidence and understanding of the game. Through an environment built on teamwork, discipline and respect, I want players to grow not only as basketballers, but also as positive and responsible young people.”
• Doncaster Panthers U18.1, VJBL — 2023–2024
• Hawthorn Magic U20.3, VJBL — 2024–2025
• Hawthorn Magic U19.1, EDJBA — 2025–2026
• Hawthorn Magic U20.2, VJBL — 2025–2026
COACHING EXPERIENCE
• Koonung Comets U16.4 Head Coach — 2024–2025
• Hawthorn Magic U12.6 Assistant Coach, VJBL — 2025–2026
• LC Elite Basketball Academy Coach
Our Philosophy
Passion
Loving the game is the foundation for growth. Players who bring energy and enthusiasm to training and games develop faster and have more fun along the way.
Attitude
A positive, coachable attitude makes all the difference. Working hard, staying resilient, and respecting teammates and coaches all help create a strong learning environment for everyone.
Consistency
Real improvement comes from consistent effort over time. Every training session and every game is an opportunity to grow and get better.
Progress
The goal is continuous improvement. Whether it’s refining skills, understanding the game better, or building confidence, every player should strive to take the next step forward.
Competition
Healthy competition pushes players to be their best. Playing against strong opponents teaches valuable lessons and builds mental toughness.
Teamwork
Basketball is a team sport, and success comes from working together. Good communication, trust, and supporting teammates on and off the court are key to a team’s success.