Meet Our Coaches & Trainers
Coach Vinny Andrea 16u CoachCoach Vinny Andrea brings a wealth of playing experience and a dedication to coaching development to the Chosen Elite Club Basketball program.
Playing Career Coach Andrea’s journey in basketball includes collegiate play at Whittier College, where he competed in the NCAA Division III SCIAC conference. Before Whittier, he honed his skills at the junior college level at Los Medanos College. His foundation in the sport was built during his high school career at Heritage High School, Training at Chosen Training, and the Team Select AAU club. His passion for the game, a driving force since childhood, has provided him with numerous valuable opportunities. Coaching and Development Building on his playing foundation, Coach Andrea is now committed to shaping the next generation of players. He currently serves as a Junior Varsity Basketball Coach at Clayton Valley High School. This experience, combined with his high-level playing background, allows him to effectively guide and develop athletes within the Chosen Elite framework. He is focused on transitioning his knowledge and competitive spirit into a positive and impactful coaching career. |
Trainer: Shonn BriggsShon Briggs is a former Division I basketball player and seasoned professional athlete who now serves as a trainer with Chosen Elite. Briggs played collegiate basketball at CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners men's basketball before continuing his career professionally overseas, where he competed for several years against high-level international talent.
During his professional career abroad, Briggs gained extensive experience playing in competitive international leagues, sharpening his skills in scoring, guard play, defensive pressure, and game management. His time overseas exposed him to different styles of basketball and elite-level competition, helping shape the knowledge and discipline he now brings to player development. At Chosen Elite, Coach Briggs focuses on developing complete athletes through:
Through his experience at the collegiate and professional levels, Coach Briggs provides athletes with insight into what it truly takes to compete and succeed at higher levels of the game—aligning with the Chosen Elite mission of developing athletes in skill, character, and leadership. |
Coach Austin Beltram 12/13u Head Coach
Coach Austin is a former standout player at Heritage High School and currently attends Los Medanos College (LMC). During his high school career, he established himself as one of the top shooters in the league, leading the BVAL in three-pointers, while also serving as a varsity team captain and earning All-Tournament honors for his performance and leadership.
As the 12U/13U Coach for Chosen Elite, Coach Austin is committed to developing young athletes through strong fundamentals, teamwork, and discipline. He focuses on helping players improve their basketball IQ, shooting ability, and confidence while learning how to compete the right way.
In addition to basketball, Coach Austin has a strong interest in philosophy, psychology, and human behavior, which influences his coaching style. He believes sports provide a powerful platform to teach life lessons such as perseverance, accountability, and leadership.
Coach Austin’s goal is to help every athlete grow both on and off the court, preparing them not only to become better basketball players, but also resilient individuals who can positively impact their teams and communities.
As the 12U/13U Coach for Chosen Elite, Coach Austin is committed to developing young athletes through strong fundamentals, teamwork, and discipline. He focuses on helping players improve their basketball IQ, shooting ability, and confidence while learning how to compete the right way.
In addition to basketball, Coach Austin has a strong interest in philosophy, psychology, and human behavior, which influences his coaching style. He believes sports provide a powerful platform to teach life lessons such as perseverance, accountability, and leadership.
Coach Austin’s goal is to help every athlete grow both on and off the court, preparing them not only to become better basketball players, but also resilient individuals who can positively impact their teams and communities.
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