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Be a Team Mom

Lead with Love & Hustle

Our Team Moms are the heart of O-Town Hustle — helping with communication, snacks, carpooling, and keeping families connected. This role builds unity and ensures our boys have everything they need to succeed.

  • Snacks

Coordinate snacks/drinks for games.

  • Carpool

Help with carpooling and rides.

  • Communication

Support communication between coaches and parents.

  • Events

Assist with team events or fundraisers.

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Coach or Mentor

Step into purpose. Shape the next generation.

At O Town Hustle, we believe every coach is a builder—and every mentor is a legacy keeper. Whether you’re leading drills or guiding devotionals, your presence matters. We’re looking for passionate individuals who can teach, inspire, and walk alongside youth as they grow in skill and spirit.

Fill out our Coach & Mentor Interest Form below. Let us know your background, availability, and why you’re called to serve. We’ll reach out with next steps and training dates

Become a Hustle Mentor

What You’ll Do

  • Coach: Lead practices, develop players, and instill discipline through elite training and faith-rooted values.
  • Mentor: Guide youth off the court—through devotionals, life talks, and legacy-building conversations.
  • Support: Assist with open gyms, chant sheets, parent packets, and Zion-themed curriculum.

Perks of Joining the Hustle

  • Zion the Lion mentorship toolkit
  • Team merch and exclusive Hustle gear
  • A front-row seat to legacy in the making

Who We’re Looking For

  • Former athletes, youth pastors, educators, or community leaders
  • Passionate about faith, family, and the DMV basketball legacy
  • Committed to consistency, humility, and high standards

Our Coach and Mentor

Ryan Van
Lieu

Head Training & Development

Coach Aidan DeMeglio

Player. Mentor. Student of the Game.

Cinthya
Freeman

Director Team moms 

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Every contribution to O Town Hustle is more than a donation—it’s an investment in purpose, prayer, and potential. We’re building more than athletes; we’re shaping leaders, strengthening families, and transforming communities through faith and mentorship.

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Ryan Van Lieu

Head of Training & Development | Associate Director, O-Town Hustle

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Ryan Van Lieu is the engine behind O-Town Hustle’s elite player development system—a master technician, motivator, and movement-builder who’s trained athletes from grade school gyms to global pro circuits. As Associate Director and Head of Training & Development, Ryan fuses over 15 years of experience into a curriculum that sharpens skill, fuels character, and honors the grind.

From founding Only The Motivated Basketball Academy to co-launching GymRatz Basketball Performance, Ryan has built training ecosystems that serve hundreds weekly—designing camps, leagues, and AAU programs that elevate youth and professionals alike. His resume includes work with NBA talent (Dwight Howard, Chandler Parsons, DeShawn Stevenson), national-level AAU teams, and international pros, all while staying rooted in the fundamentals: shooting mechanics, ball handling, footwork, and mental toughness.

At O-Town Hustle, Ryan leads with precision and purpose. He designs game-day prep, seasonal development plans, and faith-driven workouts that align with the program’s mission: to build legacy through hustle, honor, and heart. Whether he’s running open gyms, mentoring coaches, or tracking player metrics, Ryan’s impact is felt in every rep, every chant, every breakthrough.

Career Highlights

  • Founder & Director, Only The Motivated Basketball Academy (2021–Present)
  • Co-Founder, GymRatz Basketball Performance (2014–2018)
  • Lead Trainer, OrlandoHoops Inc. (2013–2014)
  • Skill Development Coach, SUNY Sullivan Generals (NJCAA #1 Ranked)
  • AAU Coach & Trainer for 20+ teams, including national-level squads
  • Trainer to NBA, NCAA, and international pros
  • Creator of youth leagues, camps, and training systems serving 150+ athletes weekly

O-Town Hustle Impact

  • Oversees all training operations and curriculum development
  • Leads skill development for ages 6–17, from beginners to D1 prospects
  • Integrates faith-based motivation and performance tracking
  • Supports branding, outreach, and parent engagement initiatives
  • Co-pilots seasonal rollouts, merch design, and mascot integration

Coach Aidan DeMeglio

Player. Mentor. Student of the Game.

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At just 18 years old, Coach Aidan DeMeglio brings a rare blend of youthful energy and seasoned insight to O Town Hustle. With multiple offers to play at the collegiate level, Aidan’s journey began in second grade when he first picked up a basketball—and he hasn’t looked back since.

Shaped by elite mentors like Coach Ian Young, Coach Tate Morse, and Coach Ryan Vanlieu, Aidan has developed a deep understanding of the game’s fundamentals, strategy, and spirit. His coaching style reflects the lessons he’s learned: play with purpose, lead with humility, and always keep growing.

As a rising player and passionate teacher, Coach Aidan is committed to pouring into the next generation—sharing his experience, sharpening skills, and helping young athletes discover their own path to greatness. Whether he’s running drills or encouraging from the sidelines, his presence is a reminder that legacy starts early.

“Basketball shaped who I am. Now I get to help shape others.”

Cinthya Freeman

Director of Team moms 

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Cinthya serves as Team Mom and Faith Program Director, bringing over 10 years of experience working with children in ministry settings. Her background includes teaching and directing programs for youth ages 6–12, with a focus spiritual growth on emotional development.

She never imagined basketball would become such a meaningful part of her life, until she met her husband, Michael. For the past ten years, she has grown to love basketball through his passion -watching countless games on TV, cheering him on the sidelines while coaching, soaking in the energy of Sixers games in Philly and now watching their son learn the game of basketball.

Cinthya leads the faith-based component of the program, helping young athletes build resilience, character, and purpose. She’s passionate about making sure every child feels seen, encouraged, and empowered.