About Us 

Crossovers & Conversations is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that combines elite basketball training with meaningful health discussions, mentorship, and a deep commitment to community. We use the game as a platform to teach life lessons—helping young people build confidence, resilience, and strong character on and off the court.

Originally founded in Rochester, New York, we are now headquartered in Rochester, Minnesota. We strive to provide free basketball camps to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to discover their love of the game, regardless of background or income. Through interactive workshops, mentorship opportunities, and high-level coaching, we empower youth to grow not just as athletes, but as leaders in their communities.

Our Vision

To create a generation of hoopers who lead with character, thrive in community, and carry the lessons of the court into every area of life. We aim to make high-level basketball camps accessible to all and deliver impactful health education that empowers every young person—on and off the court.

“Thank you so much for doing this!! My son came home feeling so empowered and inspired. He said this was the best experience and said it was so so much fun! He raved about the coaches, how awesome and fun they were! [He] loved it. I’ve never heard him talk about sport activities this much. He thought it was really cool to learn CPR, being able to do it hands on. The entire team left an impression on him, even the camera man was awesome! 👏 ”
— Parent of participant
“Thank you for transforming these young peoples’ lives!! Keep doing what you do! We can’t wait for the next camp!”
— Parent of participant

Meet the Team

  • A smiling man holding a model of a human knee joint in a classroom or medical setting.

    Shane Fuentes, MD

    Founder, Executive Board Member

  • Headshot of a smiling man with a bald head and beard, wearing a blue suit, white shirt, and maroon tie, against a gray background.

    Trevor Zellweger, JD

    Legal, Executive Board Member

  • A smiling man in a dark blazer with a patterned pocket square and white shirt sits at a wooden table outdoors, with green trees and a black fencing background.

    Justin Cannon

    Media Director, Executive Board Member

  • An instructor demonstrating CPR on a training mannequin in a gymnasium with students watching.

    Cy Badertscher

    VP of Operations, Executive Board Member

  • A young man smiling and leaning against a stone railing outdoors, with trees, a waterway, and buildings in the background.

    Jack Pettit

    Student Coordinator

  • Young boy gets first aid treatment on his leg by a coach and teammate in a school gym.

    Masud Ghedi

    Community Engagement Lead

  • A woman with medium-length dark hair wearing a beige baseball cap with a white NY logo, pearl earrings, and a black t-shirt with white text that says C&C, standing in front of a plain white wall with a beige rectangular fixture in the background.

    Willow Day, MS

    CEO of Snacks

  • A young man holding a basketball inside a gymnasium with an American flag in the background.

    Jacob Ngobi

    Coach

  • A man spinning a basketball on his finger inside a gymnasium, wearing a white cap with 'GIRL Dad' written on it and black glasses.

    Sam Sayed, MD

    Coach

  • Erik Wanberg

    Coach

  • A young man in a gray t-shirt reads a paper in a gymnasium, with a basketball hoop and white brick wall in the background.

    Ryan Davis

    Coach

  • A young man with styled brown hair taking a selfie in a living room with framed pictures on the wall, a ceiling fan, and a lamp.

    Aurelio Vargas, MD

    Coach

  • Portrait of a young man with dark hair and a beard, smiling, wearing a black T-shirt with a logo, standing indoors against a plain background.

    Dylan Goings, MD

    Coach

  • A woman with curly hair in a ponytail smiling, wearing a black T-shirt with a circular logo on the chest, indoors.

    Ruth Agwaze

    Coach

  • A young man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a black t-shirt with a logo, smiling indoors against a plain wall.

    Cade Badertscher

    Coach

  • A young man with short dark hair, wearing a gray t-shirt with a sports logo, is pointing at someone or something off-camera. He has a tattoo on his right forearm and a whistle hanging around his neck. The background shows a white brick wall and a basketball hoop.

    Dalton Balcome

    Coach

  • Professional woman with black hair smiling, wearing a black blazer and white top, standing with arms crossed against a plain gray background.

    Sophia Mavrommatis, MD

    Coach

  • Nick Kessler, MD

    Coach

  • Bri Coffer, NP

    Coach

  • A young man with short black hair, facial hair, and a slight smile, wearing a black sports shirt with a logo that reads 'Crossovers & Conversations, Where Ball Meets Life' and a gold chain necklace, standing indoors in front of a beige wall.

    Endy Calderon

    Coach

  • Sabir Ahmed

    Coach

  • A young man with curly black hair wearing a black t-shirt with a basketball logo, holding a paper, appears to be coaching or instructing in a gymnasium. A man in a gray jacket and shorts is blurred in the background, standing in a conversation or discussion.

    Abdi Nuur

    Coach

  • A young man standing outdoors in front of a cloudy sky, smiling, wearing a black polo shirt, light gray pants, and a smartwatch.

    Anish Rana

    Program Lead (NY)

  • A young man smiling, wearing a black Nike hoodie, standing against a plain black background.

    Mumin Sabha

    Program Lead (NY)

  • A young Asian man in a black suit, white shirt, and striped tie smiling against a plain grey background.

    Kevin Yoon

    Program Lead (NY)