
OUR COACHES

Jareem Gunter
FOUNDER/ WORKSHOP COACH
2025 Positive Coaching Alliance National Coach of the Year Jareem Gunter is a nationally recognized educator, author, and community leader with over 20 years of experience empowering young men to embrace manhood with purpose and integrity. As the author of The Man Book, he has guided countless young men in navigating life’s challenges with wisdom and character. His influence has reached classrooms, communities, and even Capitol Hill, where he trained educators on engaging and supporting boys of color. In 2017, Jareem was awarded the prestigious Fellowship for The Campaign for Black Male Achievement, cementing his role as a leader in building beloved communities. Beyond education, Jareem founded Dream Team, the Bay Area’s only free AAU basketball program, combining elite competition with manhood development workshops. His vision goes beyond sports—he is creating pathways for youth and families to thrive. At the heart of it all is his family—his wife, Jenise, and their two children, Josiah and Joelle—who inspire and anchor his mission of lasting community impact. Jareem’s legacy is one of empowerment, leadership, and hope—reminding us all that if you can dream it, you can do it.
Aaron Dalton, a dynamic high-performance basketball coach who honed his skills under the mentorship of Coach Phil Handy, the esteemed assistant coach for the Lakers. Aaron's coaching journey has spanned various levels, from guiding professional and college players to instilling fundamental skills in elementary through high school basketball enthusiasts. Aaron's commitment to player development has been evident through his involvement with the Warriors basketball camps across Northern California, where he contributed to shaping the next generation of basketball talent. His coaching philosophy revolves around instilling not only technical proficiency but also a passion for the game. Adding to his versatile background, Aaron brought his expertise to the court as a professional player in the CIBAPAC league in Mexico in August of 2021. This firsthand experience as a player enriches his coaching approach, allowing him to connect with athletes on a deeper level and understand the nuances of the game from both sides. With a blend of coaching prowess and playing experience, Aaron Dalton continues to make a significant impact in the realm of basketball, contributing to the growth and development of players across different levels and age groups.

Aaron Dalton (AD)
14u Coach (Founding Coach)
Coach Bob is a respected educator, mentor, and basketball coach with over 20 years of high school coaching experience, known throughout the community for his integrity, consistency, and genuine care for young people. Currently, Coach Bob serves as the JV Girls Basketball Coach at Antioch High School, where he is widely admired not only for developing skilled players, but for shaping confident, disciplined, and resilient young women. His coaching philosophy goes far beyond wins and losses—he believes basketball is a powerful tool for teaching life lessons, accountability, and leadership. A true leader in the community, Coach Bob has dedicated decades to creating opportunities for youth who might otherwise be overlooked. He is the founder of the Hoyas AAU program, where he built a reputation for developing athletes the right way—prioritizing character, work ethic, and long-term growth over shortcuts or hype. Coach Bob’s impact is measured not just by championships or records, but by the countless players who credit him for helping them believe in themselves, push through adversity, and pursue opportunities beyond what they once thought possible. He is especially passionate about girls’ basketball and leadership development, and is excited to help launch the Dream Team Girls Program. Coach Bob sees this next chapter as an opportunity to combine elite basketball development with mentorship, confidence-building, and intentional leadership training—creating a space where young women can grow both on and off the court. At his core, Coach Bob is a coach who shows up, a mentor who listens, and a leader who believes deeply in the power of exposure, discipline, and belief. Dream Team is honored to have him as part of the family as we continue building programs that change lives.

Bob Clevelend
(13u Coach)
CONTACT US
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