SPEAKERS | HoopPlay Elevate

The Experts Behind the Game

HoopPlay Elevate Conference brings together respected leaders from across the sports landscape, including coaching, officiating, eligibility, and player development. These experts work at the highest levels of the game and share real-world insight, practical knowledge, and proven strategies that directly impact athletes, programs, and leaders. Every session is designed to educate, challenge, and raise the standard of sport.

Gannon Baker

Founder, Gannon Baker Basketball

Gannon Baker is an internationally respected basketball trainer, former collegiate coach, and global educator whose impact spans every level of the game. A former Virginia State High School Champion, Baker earned All-Rookie Team honors

Denny Duron

TV Series God. Family. Football./Evangilist

Denny Duron is a veteran coach, leader, and nationally recognized speaker known for building championship programs rooted in character and accountability. With decades of coaching experience,

Courtney Moore

Associatte Director of Enforcement, Basketball Certification

Courtney Moore is an accomplished sports administration professional
with over 14 years of experience leading basketball certification
operations, compliance, and enforcement within the NCAA.

Don Daily

President of the SEC Officals Association

Don Daily serves as President of the SEC Officials Association, where he plays a key role in shaping officiating standards within one of the most competitive conferences in collegiate athletics. With decades

Scott Bates

Founder & Chief Executive Officer, HoopPlayUSA

Scott A. Bates is a seasoned entrepreneur, founder, and strategic builder with more than 20 years of business leadership experience across multiple industries. As Founder and CEO of HoopPlayUSA and HoopPlay Live, Bates is the driving force

Shunqetta Cunningham

CEO and Lead Strategist of KHARIS Group Consulting

Shunqetta N. Cunningham, MPA is the CEO & Chief Strategist of KHARIS Group
Consulting, a Community Strategy and Social Impact firm dedicated to helping nonprofits,

Corey Peters

Basketball Official | Lead Assigner | Veteran Mentor

Corey Peters is a high-level basketball official with a distinguished 18-year career
spanning high school, collegiate, and semi professional play. Known for his unwavering
composure and mastery of game management, Corey has become a trusted name in postseason

Dustin M. Williams

Director of Athletics eStem Public Charter

Schools - Little Rock, AR

Athletic Director, HoopPlayUSA

Dustin Williams is an award-winning athletic administrator and educational leader with over 14 years of experience in school athletics and youth sports development. He currently serves as Director of Athletics and Dean