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| Co-Founder and President: Mark King |
| Mark King is a former professional basketball player and founder of TCOB - The Cross Over Basketball, the parent organization of the Florida Flight. A native of Inkster, MI, Mr. a walk-on freshman basketball player in 1996. In 2001, he was named an Honorary Kentucky Colonel for being a member of Pikeville College's first ever Men's NAIA Final Four team. He graduated in 2002 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Religion. In 2006-2007, Mr. King played with the Orlando Aces of the American Basketball Association (ABA), where he also garnered a plethora of experience working in the Front Office as the Director of Basketball Operations. In 2007-2008, he held a similar player/management role with the East Kentucky Miners of the Continental Basketball Association (CBA). He and his wife are the proud parents of a newborn baby girl. Desiring to forego the heavy travel involved in playing for a team away from home, he has redirected his attention towards creating a basketball opportunity in Orlando, Florida. He is also pursuing a Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership from Palm Beach Atlantic University. "My goal is to inspire others to trust the talent and ambition that God innately placed within each of us. The Florida Flight will be an extension of that goal." |
| Co-Founder: Dr. Jonathan Mitchell |
| Dr. Jonathan M. Mitchell is a dentist from Charlotte, NC. He is a graduate of the College of Charleston and received his dental and Ph.D. Degrees from the Medical University of South Carolina. "It has been great teaming up with Mark King, who has a genuine passion and vision for the game of basketball. Our but build an organization that will have a positive impact on the local community." |
| Director of Corporate Relations: Andy Haas |
where his basketball experience extends from high school,
AAU, and 2 years of professional basketball with the
Indiana Legends of the American Basketball Association
(ABA). In 2006, career opportunities prompted Andy and his
wife to relocate to Orlando, Florida.
Upon relocation, Mr. Haas successfully completed an AAS
Degree in Architectural CAD Design from ITT, but his
passion for basketball remains. His long-term goal is to
obtain a front office position with an NBA team, preferably
with the Indiana Pacers.
As Director of Corporate Relations, Haas' primary
responsibility includes networking for the Flight and
creating relationships that will assist the Flight with
executing the mission and vision of the team. From
corporate sponsors, church partners, and individuals within
the Flight's sphere of influence, Haas will be an integral
advocate for the FLight for years to come.
"I have always loved the game of basketball, I have played,
studied, and coached with the anticipation of having this
awesome sport as an inspiring part of my life forever," said
Haas. "With God and basketball, it is forever me"
AAU, and 2 years of professional basketball with the
Indiana Legends of the American Basketball Association
(ABA). In 2006, career opportunities prompted Andy and his
wife to relocate to Orlando, Florida.
Upon relocation, Mr. Haas successfully completed an AAS
Degree in Architectural CAD Design from ITT, but his
passion for basketball remains. His long-term goal is to
obtain a front office position with an NBA team, preferably
with the Indiana Pacers.
As Director of Corporate Relations, Haas' primary
responsibility includes networking for the Flight and
creating relationships that will assist the Flight with
executing the mission and vision of the team. From
corporate sponsors, church partners, and individuals within
the Flight's sphere of influence, Haas will be an integral
advocate for the FLight for years to come.
"I have always loved the game of basketball, I have played,
studied, and coached with the anticipation of having this
awesome sport as an inspiring part of my life forever," said
Haas. "With God and basketball, it is forever me"
| Director of Basketball Operations: Ernest Jones |
| Ernest Jones is a Graduate of Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminology. Originally from West Palm Beach, Florida, Mr. Jones has spent the last 6 years in Orlando working for the State of Florida in areas of child care and protection. Jones has been in the minor league professional basketball circuit for over 5 years, playing in the USBL, ABA, and the PBL. Most recently, Jones spent time with the Buffalo Stampede of the PBL. As Director of Basketball Operations, Jones will be responsible for everything related to the operations of the Florida Flight, including but not limited to: game and practice scheduling, player development and selection, basketball camps and mini-clinics, etc. “This will be a life changing organization! I have known Mark for several years now, dating back to our time with the Orlando Aces of the American Basketball Association (ABA)," said Jones. "We share a common vision, and our Christian lifestyles are one and the same. I’m excited to be a foundational piece of the Flight - a team that will help others and change the way minor league basketball is operated.” |
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