Coaching Staff

Coached by People Who Care

Magic coaches are selected for character first, knowledge second — and they're held to a higher standard than the players.

Our Coaches

Meet the Staff

Founder, Owner & Coach
Brendan Sukenic

Brendan founded Michigan Magic to give Washtenaw County middle school players a program built around development, character, and communication. He leads the organization day to day and coaches on the floor alongside the staff.

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Coaching Philosophy

Positive. Demanding. Honest.

Our coaches push players hard because they believe in them. They give honest feedback because they care. They coach the game and the person — and they leave players better than they found them.

Only the Best

Held to a Higher Standard

Every Magic coach goes through multiple evaluation steps before being hired. Coaches are selected against Michigan Magic's standards — character, communication, basketball knowledge, reliability, and a real commitment to player development.

Multi-step evaluation • Michigan Magic standards
Evaluation

Standards Coaches Are Evaluated On

Leadership

Can lead a room of middle schoolers and earn their respect.

Communication

Clear, professional communication with players and parents.

Basketball Knowledge

Deep understanding of the game, the skills, and the development process.

Reliability

Shows up, prepared, every single time — players and families can count on them.

Player Development

Genuinely cares about getting players better, on and off the court.

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