COACH INFORMATION
 
  Men's Basketball Coaches
The Hawaii basketball trip with ESI is a great opportunity for the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith staff to watch and evaluate high school basketball players that we normally wouldn't have a chance to see. You will truly enjoy Hawaii and all the beautiful sights while meeting other players from around the country. You will also have the chance to play in front of several other college coaches.

Head Coach Jeremy Cox - University of Arkansas – Ft. Smith (Arkansas)
Traveling and working with the staff of ESI was truly one of the best experiences I’ve had in over twlelve years of college coaching.  I loved the trip and feel very fortunate for the opportunity to work with the ESI staff. I think every player and coach could benefit from this trip. The players that participated have memories that will last their entire lifetime. I wish this kind of trip had been available when I was playing. I’ll definitely travel with ESI next summer.

Head Coach Coach Tim Moser - Otero Junior College (Colorado)
Without a doubt the most unforgettable basketball experience I’ve ever encountered. The ESI basketball tour to Hawaii was everything I thought it would be and more. Thanks ESI for the opportunity to coach the great athletes from the state of Kansas.

Head Coach Bobby Brasel - Garden City Community College (Kansas)

The trip to Hawaii was one of the most electrifying experiences of my life. Great climate, beautiful scenary, super competition, and great people that will be lifelong friends.

Head Coach Scott Gernander - San Jacinto College (Texas)

The trip to Maui was outstanding. The basketball side of things was well organized with good competition against the teams from other states. The other activities and just being in Maui made the trip very enjoyable. If given the opportunity it is a definite "must".

Head Coach Jay Herkelman - Coffeyville Community College (Kansas)

Women's Basketball Coaches
"I've traveled to Europe and Hawaii several times with Elite Sports International and each trip was exactly what one would expect from a competent, professional organization. The competition is always strong, the sightseeing opportunities are excellent, and you will develop friendships that will last a lifetime. I encourage players, coaches, and family members to travel with ESI.

Coach Bob Scrivner, Wisconsin 

I can't say enough about Elite Sports and the product they put together. What a great experience for kids to be a part of both athletically and culturally. It is something they will remember their whole life.

Head Coach Kim Muhl - Kirk Community College (Iowa)
NJCAA Division II Champs 1997 & 2002
 
This past summer, I traveled to Hawaii for the third consecutive year and again had a wonderful time. The trip was a great mixture of athletic, cultural, and historical experiences. The ESI staff should be commended for the service they are providing these young athletes...friendships and memories to last a lifetime!

Rita Story-Schell, Seminole State College (Oklahoma)

I've been involved with ESI for eight years now. Elite Sports International puts together a tremendous package of competition and sightseeing. The trip combines everything we're looking for. Besides playing in a high quality tournament, we get to experience a new culture, and the student-athletes are given an opportunity to make life-long friendships as well.

Head Coach Mark Wisnewski - Lidgerwood High School (North Dakota)
"This was my first summer traveling with ESI. The entire experience was amazing. The trip was well organized and the ESI staff members were great to work with. There was good competition amongst the teams which, gave the young ladies, as well as the coaches, an opportunity to learn and to experience new ideas. Overall, it was an opportunity of a lifetime."

Head Coach Jamie Childs - Middle Georgia College (Georgia)

The experience of a lifetime!! I would recommend this to any prospective student athlete that wants to be part of a Big Time Event. I will never forget this trip. The scenery was fantastic. I was very impressed at how organized the events were. Elite Sports is #1 for overseas travel for anyone in Basketball!!!

Head Coach Jeff Tadtman, Carl Albert State College (Oklahoma)

I have just completed my third tour with ESI. ESI has provided me and my players with some of the finest experiences imaginable. I truly recommend ESI to any player looking for a sports organization to travel with.

Head Coach Nathan Daume - Hutchison Community College (Kansas)
This summer was my fourth opportunity to travel with ESI, and again I was truly impressed by the high level of commitment to excellence this organization continues to put forth. I fully intend to make the trip in 2005 and would highly recommend it to any coach or athlete.

Head Coach Shawn Silman - San Jacinto College (Texas)
Elite Sports International is a great group to travel with. They have become a part of our family. The trip is great for the athletes, not only for the great basketball experience, but the wonderful experience of Hawaii. It is something my players will never forget. My family and I will continue to travel with Elite Sports.

Head Coach Lana Degilia - Krum High School (Texas)

I think this experience, for the players and coaches, is priceless. I cannot tell you how much of an impact this trip has made on the lives of the athletes on my team. Like the girls, I made new friends for life. I had the chance to meet coaches from all over the country. I especially want to say “Thanks” to the ESI staff, for a job well done. Hawaii and everything involved was 100 times better than you ever said it would be. Everything was perfect, thank you again.

Head Coach Mark Stordahl - Montana High School Coach