2026 - 2027 MARYSVILLE GETCHELL SELECT BASKETBALL COACHES

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Head Coach

Rainier Yee

I believe every player can improve with hard work, dedication, and a willingness to learn.  As a coach, I focus on teaching strong fundamentals, defensive intensity, basketball IQ, and teamwork while creating a competitive environment where players are challenged to become the best version of themselves.  One thing I tell my players is that hard work and dedication will always give you an opportunity to succeed. Talent can give you a head start, but consistent effort, discipline, and the desire to improve are what separate great players over time. My goal is to help every player grow not just as a player, but as a teammate, leader, and person. 

Assistant Coach

Kyla Lopez

My coaching philosophy is centered around building children up, both on and off the court.

While basketball teaches skills like teamwork, discipline, effort, and resilience, I believe the

bigger goal is to create an environment where every player feels encouraged, valued, and

challenged to become the best version of themselves. Through sports, I hope to help players

develop confidence, accountability, perseverance, leadership, and the ability to support

teammates. More importantly, I want children to love the game, believe in themselves, and

understand that growth also comes through effort, attitude, and teamwork.

Head Coach

Andrew Munoz

 I have coached basketball for over five years, with a passion for creating a positive environment where players can grow on and off the court.

My coaching philosophy centers on player development, teamwork, and fun. I believe basketball should combine hard work, strong team chemistry, personal growth, and plenty of joy.

I strive to coach from a positive perspective, encouraging players to work hard, support one another, learn from their mistakes, and develop confidence in themselves and their teammates. I also believe that the best results come when coaches and parents work together to create a supportive environment for every player.

Ultimately, my goal is to help develop strong, confident, and compassionate young people who not only become better basketball players, but also grow into individuals who make a lasting and positive impact in their families, schools, teams, and communities. 

Assistant Coach

Josh Estes

I have coached alongside Head Coach Andrew for several seasons and am excited to continue serving as an assistant coach for the Marysville Select sixth-grade girls team. I am passionate about helping young athletes develop strong fundamentals, basketball IQ, teamwork, confidence, and a genuine love for the game. My goal is to create an encouraging environment where every player feels valued, challenged, and empowered to become the best version of herself.

My coaching philosophy is built around my “winning formula”: Persistence is greater than ability - hard work plus heart, divided by an unwillingness to ever give up. 

I believe persistent effort can outweigh natural talent. I encourage players to embrace challenges, take ownership of their mistakes, support their teammates, and use every setback as an opportunity to improve. Winning matters, but lasting success is measured by effort, growth, character, and the determination to never give up.

Head Coach

Zach Ward

 I want your child to leave this season loving the game more than when they started, and to walk away a better teammate and person for having played it. That’s the real goal — wins are a byproduct, not the point.

​Effort and attitude are the standard for everyone. Not every kid has the same talent, but every kid controls how hard they work and how they treat their teammates. 

​We build fundamentals first. Footwork, spacing, and basketball IQ matter more long-term than flashy plays.

​Playing time is earned in practice, not decided by reputation. I’m consistent about this so every kid knows exactly where they stand and what it takes to earn more minutes.

​​I hold myself accountable too. I ask a lot of these kids, and in return I owe them preparation, honesty, and fairness every time we’re together.

​​The tough moments are part of the coaching. A bad call, a benching, a loss — how a kid handles those teaches more than a made shot ever will. I

I coach with over 25 years of coaching experience, including 14 seasons as a high school varsity coach, and I take this seriously — but I also want your kids to have fun, be challenged, and grow. 

Head Coach

Jaymn Remke

 Hi, I’m Coach Jay of the 8th-grade girls. I’ve been coaching basketball for the last 9 years, with kids ages 4 to 13. An all-around coach in basketball, football, and baseball. I train kids and adults during the offseason in skill positions and weight training.

My coaching philosophy: I want to create a bond between our teammates. That's going to encourage them to push each other past what they think their limits are. Respect themselves and build confidence. 

Assistant Coach

Felicia Holland

As the oldest of my siblings, I've always found that leadership comes naturally. I began coaching in high school, helping coach a sibling's middle school team. Growing up in a sports-loving family, basketball quickly became my passion.  

I'm excited to be returning as a coach this season. Over the years, I have coached T-ball, soccer, and basketball, both as a head and assistant coach. I love helping athletes build confidence, improve their skills, and push beyond their limits. My coaching style focuses on teaching strong fundamentals, building basketball IQ, and preparing players for the next level in a positive, competitive environment. 

Head Coach

Jeremiah Ripley

 My coaching philosophy is rooted in the CLA (Constraints-Led Approach) with an emphasis on process over results.  Basketball is an unpredictable game that requires players to constantly perceive, adapt, and make decisions in ever changing  situations.

As a coach, my role in practice is to create situations that challenge players to solve problems, make decisions, and learn through doing to help players develop their skills within realistic, game-like contexts. 

Focusing on the process over the results also creates a healthier environment for player development. It allows us to recognize and praise the things players can control—effort, competing, having a team first attitude, rather than allowing wins and losses to define success. Results matter, but they are often a byproduct of consistently committing to the right process. 

Head Coach

Vanessa

 My name is Vanessa, and this is my second year with MGSB program.  I coach 5th-grade boys and help with other teams as needed. I've played basketball from age 3 through high school, and I have a huge passion for the game.  I enjoy coaching as I get the opportunity to teach more than just the game of basketball to these kids; I also get the chance to make a positive impact in these kids' lives.  

Head Coach

Will Beck

My goal is to help every athlete become a better player, teammate, and person by creating a positive environment built on learning, hard work, skill development, and fun.  I believe in practicing with purpose and competing with confidence.  We practice the way we want to play, and we play the way we practice. Success is not measured only by wins and losses - it's earned through consistent preparation, discipline, effort, and commitment to improvement.

I celebrate growth, reward progress, and encourage every athlete to embrace challenges as opportunities to learn.  Every day, in every way, we strive to become a little better than we were yesterday.  With dedication, accountability, and a team-first mindset, we build not only better basketball players, but stronger teammates and leaders. Winning is the result of doing the little things right, together, every single day.

Assistant Coach

Rob Eady

Basketball and coaching have always been a part of my life. Growing up in South Carolina, I watched my uncle lead teams to multiple state championship appearances while also building lasting relationships with his players long after their playing days ended.  I am grateful to be a part of the Getchell family, an experience that has been meaningful in my coaching journey.

I believe basketball is one of the few environments where kids can face failure, learn from it, and see their growth through hard work and persistence.  The game naturally builds resilience, accountability, and teamwork, while also forming connections that extend well beyond the court.

For me, coaching is about more than teaching the game. It's a chance to positively impact young athletes, challenge them to grow, and share a sport that has shaped my life. 

Head Coach

NJ Brost

 The 2026-2027 8th-grade boys' basketball season is about to begin. I wanted to reach out to all of you and introduce myself. My name is Nathaniel Brost (NJ). I'm very excited to have the opportunity to coach your children. We want to have clear goals and expectations for your boys.  This will only work if we all work together. As a coach, I will model good sportsmanship, and I expect the players to do the same. They will only learn this from us as a group. If you, as parents, will do the same in the stands and all other areas, it is appreciated.

Our purpose, program objectives, and youth sports philosophy will follow the Marysville Getchell Select Program. With this being said, we will preach to the kids an abbreviated, simple version. What are they? The 4 P’s are below. I've used this throughout my 25 years of coaching at various levels, from high school down to the 1st-grade level.  Practice hard, play hard, and always have a positive attitude, 

play to win, and have fun!

Basketball requires a commitment of time and effort. If you want your boys to be successful and have a great experience, it will take a commitment and sacrifice from all of us. I hope that friendships, teamwork, confidence, and the development of self-esteem are just some of the positives of being a member of this team. My top priority and commitment to all of you is SAFETY.