Coaching Staff
OWNER/DIRECTOR: David Newton
Coach David, a Summit native, has been coaching the game since he was just 16 years old. He coached with two local AAU programs during high school. During his college years at Wake Forest, David trained dozens of area players while home for summer/winter breaks. He also joined a prestigious group of trainers under Ganon Baker, a world-renowned skills coach, and coached at camps in a number of different states.
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After graduating in 2014, David immediately launched the Dragon Army AAU program. Our 3 teams have grown to 26... and counting!
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David has continued to expand his basketball knowledge and to provide the best opportunities for his players, bringing in expert coaches/trainers to enhance the program.
YOUTH DIRECTOR: Quayson Williams
Quayson Williams was born & raised in Trenton, with life centered around basketball, family, and school. After a standout career at Eastern Guilford High School in North Carolina, Coach Q accepted a full scholarship to attend The Citadel. After completing his degree in Sports Management and playing D1 hoops for four years, Coach Q moved into coaching. He spent one year with SJ Titans and will be with Dragon Army for his third year now. Coach Q loves to develop guards and teach his players great decision-making.
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Accomplishments:
High School
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Player of the year in Guilford County 2013-14
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College at The Citadel (D1)
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Ranks eighth among all freshman for points scored in a single season
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Holds record of 10 three-pointers made in one game
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176 career 3-pointers made ranks ninth in program history
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51st in program history for scoring with 851 career points
BOYS COACH: Joshua Daniell
Joshua Daniell played his high school ball for legendary St. Pat’s, under the Coach Kevin Boyle. Coach Josh then played D1 hoops at Wagner College and went on tour with the Harlem Globetrotters for seven years. As a coach with Marston Elite AAU, he has trained hundreds of players, from beginners to top high school prospects. This will be his first year with Dragon Army.
Accomplishments:
High School at St. Patrick
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Multiple NJ State Champions
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Played with Kyrie Irving and numerous other stars
College at Wagner (D1)
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Four-Year player
Professional
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Toured numerous countries and continents with the Globetrotters
Our Friends - special clinics
Bob Hurley Sr Pete Marston and Roman Hernandez Ganon Baker
