Who we are
Our coaches
The people who train, mentor, and push our players every day, on the court and in the classroom.
12UJimmy Little
Coach
Jimmy Little is one of our 7th grade Vito Focused coaches. Coach Jimmy has 27 years of middle school PE and Health teaching experience at Julius West Middle School and was awarded the 2014 SHAPE Maryland Middle School PE teacher of the year award. Coach Jimmy was recently awarded an Outstanding Alumni award from his Alma Mater James Madison University for his work mentoring and training other PE teachers. Jimmy has coached basketball at all levels, spending time at the Varsity level for 14 seasons at Richard Montgomery and Clarksburg High Schools, as well as coaching at area camps and recreation for both boys and girls k-5. Coach Jimmy has spent the last few years coaching with Vito.
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16UJohn Crowe
Coach
Coach John Crowe is a dedicated basketball coach, mentor, and program builder with over 10 years of coaching experience. Passionate about developing student-athletes both on and off the court, he has built a reputation for emphasizing discipline, accountability, leadership, and hard work. As the Head Regional Varsity Coach at New Hope Academy, Coach Crowe is committed to preparing athletes to compete at the highest level while helping them reach their academic and collegiate goals. His coaching philosophy goes beyond wins and losses—focusing on character, teamwork, and creating opportunities for young athletes to succeed in life. Coach Crowe is the Founder of Crowe Basketball Academy, where he provides elite player development, skill training, and mentorship to athletes looking to elevate their game. He also serves as the Assistant Director of Vito Official, helping lead the organization's vision, athlete development initiatives, branding, and community engagement. In addition, Coach Crowe is the creator of #WeOnTheApp (WOTA), a growing platform and movement dedicated to giving athletes, coaches, and programs greater exposure while building a community centered around basketball, opportunity, and excellence. Whether coaching on the sidelines, training in the gym, or leading innovative programs, Coach Crowe's mission remains the same: to inspire, develop, and empower the next generation of athletes to reach their full potential through leadership, mentorship, and a commitment to excellence.
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