About Us
We Not Me Athletics
We Not Me Athletics is a dedicated platform that revolves around the principles of student-athlete growth and development. The essence of our mission is encapsulated in the famous saying, "it takes a village to raise a child." We firmly believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive community where the collective efforts of coaches, mentors, parents, and fellow athletes contribute to the holistic development of each student-athlete. Our approach goes beyond the individual, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, discipline, and character building. Through a comprehensive program, We Not Me Athletics strives to create an environment that nurtures not only athletic skills but also instills values that will guide these young individuals towards success both on and off the field. We are committed to shaping well-rounded individuals who understand the significance of collaboration and community in their journey towards excellence.
Noah Griffith, Founder & Executive Director
Coach Noah Griffith has over seven years of coaching experience, having served as a women’s basketball manager at St. John’s and Temple University. Currently the head coach at the Kew Forest School. He has also coached for notable AAU programs such as the Riverside Hawks and run other successful basketball programs. With a background in Sport Business and Athletic Administration from St. John’s and Temple, Coach Noah is dedicated to fostering athletic excellence and personal growth in young athletes. Committed to holistic development, Coach Noah emphasizes the importance of academic achievement, character building, and community involvement, ensuring student-athletes excel both on and off the court.
Dominique Lucien, Operations Director
I’m excited to be a part of the Select Hoops family! I’ve been around sports my whole life and now I am happy to be able to assist in youth athletics with Select Hoops. While studying at St. John’s University I began working with groups like Queens College, ESPN, and MSG. My years as an Operations Manager with large retailers and background in sports management, enable me to confidentially join in Select Hoop’s goal to maintain the best community in all of NYC youth basketball. Feel free to say Hi at practices, and thank you for having me in the We Not Me Family!
Dylan Anglade, Social Media Content Creator
Dylan Anglade joins our team as a Digital Content Producer with 6 years of experience curating and creating content in the basketball space. He leverages his expertise in communications honed at St. John's University to craft engaging narratives that inspire and connect with audiences. With a foundation in Youth Development and a coveted TEAM USA Youth Coaching License, he seamlessly blends his passion for basketball with creative storytelling.
Our Coaches
Coach Rory Plunkett
Coach Rory Plunkett initiated and has been the Head Coach of the boys high school team at The IDEAL School of Manhattan since 2019. Rory has also served as the Athletic Director at The IDEAL School of Manhattan since 2022. He holds a Masters Degree in Special Education and a concentration in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Colorado University Denver. Rory started coaching AAU in 2022 and his 13U team won a Zero Gravity Championship in it’s first season. Since then he has been the Head Coach or Assistant Coach on over 12 teams ranging from 12U to 17U. Rory is also a NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) Certified Personal Trainer which helps him prepare his teams physically and athletically for competition. As a coach and director, Rory just wants to set the youth up for success in higher education and beyond.
Coach Prince Reina
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Coach Trezden Matthews
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Coach Andrew "Drew" Anderson
Coach Drew is an alumni of Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School. Played four years of high schools hoops honed his love for the game and created a passion to coach and teach the youth. As a coach, his passion for the purity of the game with an emphasis on fundamentals and efficiency, while also facilitating the development of players on and off the court is what drives Coach Drew to keep coaching to develop better student athletes
