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OUR TEAM

DIRECTORS

Cierra Bravard

Shoot 360 Cleveland Director

Cierra signed with WNBA team, Seattle Storm in 2013. After one season, she began her professional Euro-basketball career playing in Spain, Hungary, and France for a duration of 8 years. On the floor, Cierra focuses on post player development. Off the floor, she is working behind the scenes with Shoot 360 Cleveland ensuring all our technology is operating smoothly.

Christine Birkas

Facility GM / Member Experience Director

Christine is the smiling face you see when you walk through our doors. She is the record-keeper for all things related to scheduling, memberships, birthday parties, and event rentals.

Johnny Faddoul

Program Director / Player Development Director

Johnny is entering his third season as an assistant coach for the Storm men’s basketball program in 2023-24 where he has helped elevate the program with his recruiting, skill work, coaching, and game planning.

Alex Conn

Adult Program Director

Founder of the NEO Next Level Adult Basketball League, Alex brings his expertise in organizing and managing our Adult Leagues and Programs.

Jess Wolanin

Member Experience Assistant

TRAINERS

Jack Stevens

Jack has trained players from 19 different Division 1 Conferences including: Big 12, SEC, Big 10, ACC, and Big East. He has experience working with numerous Professional players from the NBA, G League and top overseas leagues in Europe, Asia, Australia & South America. Jack is also currently in his 4th season as the assistant men’s basketball coach at the College of Wooster.

Mel Burke

Mel Burke Jr. is in his second year as an assistant with The College of Wooster men’s basketball program. Was on staff for five years with Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School boy’s program. There, he was part of two district titles. Basketball skills trainer for 5 years of all ages/levels (youth, HS, college, professional)