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Fastbreak Basketball Academy is founded by Jarryd Hoppo, USA Div 1 College Basketball player from the Southern Utah Thunderbirds! Jarryd has represented the state of South Australia at National Championships four times and is a current NBL1 player for the Sturt Sabres.
Fastbreak aims to provide an intensive training solution for players wanting to push themselves to the next level in their basketball skills and IQ. We provide a wholistic approach to player development with a focus on skills all while having fun.
Fastbreak have teams playing in the Southern District Junior Basketball League. We are always looking for more players. If you are interested in finding out more click HERE >
MEET THE COACHES
Jarryd Hoppo: Fastbreak Founder & Head Coach
Jarryd is a former USA Div 1 College Basketball player from the Southern Utah Thunderbirds. Jarryd has represented the state of South Australia at National Championships four times and is a current NBL1 player for the Sturt Sabres. He prides himself on his passion for player development and looks forward to working with every Fastbreak player to help them develop their game in a positive, family environment. Founded in 2019, Fastbreak prides itself on its four core player values which are coachable, committed, respectful and a team player.
David Gill
Fastbreak Coach of the Year for 2022-23 and Co-Coach of the Year for 2020-21, David’s passion for basketball began when he started playing as a kid. He played in numerous competitions/ grades up until he was 20. From the moment he started playing, David was hooked on the game & when his son Harley started playing, he jumped at the opportunity to coach. David was one of our first coaches and brings to Fastbreak a commitment to developing players’ skills & approach resulting in a confident and rewarding team culture. He also brings a great balance of hard work and fun to the teams he coaches, bringing a smile to the faces of everyone around him.
Nathan Pleavin
Nathan started coaching at Fastbreak in 2023 and was awarded Fastbreak co-Coach of the Year for the 2023-24 seasons and has been playing basketball since he was 6yrs old. He played Div1/2 at South Adelaide until U23s and represented SA in a school team in U16s. He has been refereeing basketball for over 10yrs. His goal is to help the team gain new skills and knowledge to help them succeed in basketball and take it out into everyday life. He hopes the players all have a good time and can develop as players and as a group.
Oscar Turnbull
Oscar started coaching at Fastbreak in Summer 23-24. He fist coached football at age 17 & has been coaching ever since. He enjoys both teaching & learning from the players and is looking forward to a fun season. He believes that teams need to play both good team and 1:1 defence as well as fast, exciting offence.
Ben Hoppo
Ben started coaching at Fastbreak in Summer 23-24. He has been playing district basketball since age 11, starting in Div 3 & working his way up to Div 1 at Forestville. He started basketball coaching in 2022 and is looking forward to passing on his growing knowledge to ensure all players develop their game and have some success along the way as a result.
Darryl Totaro
Darryl jopined Fastbreak as a coach in 2023 and is both a coach and Fastbreak's specialist skills coach. He has 17 years experience as a basketball coach in both SA & NSW and has been a player and referee for over 40 years. He has a strong passion for the game and a desire to pass on his experience and passion to the next generation of young men and women. He believes that basketball is a road to learning about life’s skills through teamwork, dedication, hard work and effort and likes to guide players to strive for their best and to enjoy the journey of basketball at any and all levels of the sport.
Jamie Nancarrow
Jamie started coaching at Fastbreak in Summer 23-24 and has played both district junior and senior basketball and has more recently coached juniors at a range of levels. He grew up in the country when basketball wasn’t mainstream, and he relied on his family’s commitment to enable him to play. He is very team focused and passionate about players growing on and off the court. He loves introducing techniques, training, and in-game scenarios to challenge the team, players and opponents.
Adam Williams
Adam started coaching at Fastbreak in 2023 and has coached UniSA senior men's district teams and more recently district basketball at South Adelaide coaching girls and boys in U10 up to U18 age levels. He has also coached many domestic teams over the past 5 years. Adam has assisted the Adelaide 36ers with their school holiday basketball camps in recent years, as well as being a coach at the Maher/Ninnis basketball camps. In recent years his focus has been to cultivate, encourage and provide guidance to young people starting their basketball journey hoping to inspire their passion for the game so they too might also provide guidance to those that follow them in the future. He coaches with an emphasis on fun, friendships, family and fitness.
Larry Clarke
Larry started coaching at Fastbreak in 2023. He started playing basketball as a schoolboy in WA. When he moved to SA, he played lower grade district for South Adelaide and Sturt. Larry coached juniors at South for 10 years including all age groups from U12s to U18s. He was rewarded with Life Membership to South Adelaide Basketball Club. He has also coached district reserve women and has been an assistant coach to senior women at Sturt. Larry enjoys teaching and developing young people's skills and believes team sports builds character with a team first approach.
Ross Coleman
Ross joined Fastbreak as the coach in 2024. He is a basketballer and footballer and played district basketball from age 12-18 after which time he stopped playing basketball to focus on his football career which he played semi-professionally. He has played football from age 7 to 30 and has coached both football and basketball at the Under 12 and Under 14 level. He believes that it is important for kids to learn how to be team players. Learning to play for the team, not just for individual glory, helps them to grow into better players and more importantly, better people.
Marcus Baker-Kang
Marcus has previously coached a local social team and Southern Tigers domestic team. He has been a Fastbreak coach for 4 seasons and strongly believes in networking, community and respect for oneself and others. He is looking to provide consistency, core skills, fundamentals, and mental support because every player brings something unique to a team. He is excited for the upcoming season.
Jess Ellis
Jess joined Fastbreak in the summer season 2024-25. Her basketball journey began 8 years ago, and it has shaped who she is both on and off the court. Two years ago, she stepped into coaching, and it’s been one of the most rewarding experiences of her life. She is passionate about helping players grow—both as athletes and as individuals. Her coaching philosophy focuses on creating a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels supported to reach their potential. She believes in building strong fundamentals, encouraging a love for the game, and fostering a growth mindset that goes beyond basketball. As a coach, she feels her goal is to guide players to develop their skills, embrace teamwork, and build resilience in the face of challenges. She strives to instill respect, accountability, and sportsmanship in everything we do, because she believes these qualities are as important as the points we score on the court. Basketball has given her so much, and she's committed to giving back by inspiring the next generation of players to find their own passion and success in the sport.
Bailey Crawford
Bailey joined Fastbreak for the first time in the summer season 25-26. Bailey began coaching at 14 years of age and has been involved with Forestville District since then, progressing from coaching a Division 8 team to now coaching in Division 5. He has been playing basketball since he was five years old. He has also attended Sports College basketball clinics, including sessions with the Adelaide 36ers and clinics delivered at primary schools, which have supported the ongoing development of his coaching knowledge and approach. Bailey’s goal as a coach is to create an environment where players enjoy themselves, remain competitive, and consistently improve their overall basketball skills
Oli Wauer
Oli has been part of the Fastbreak family since 2019, beginning in Under 14s. The club has always been important to him, creating friendships that will last a lifetime. When he was offered the opportunity to coach at Fastbreak, he jumped at the chance to help other young players understand why he loves the program so much. Oli has been playing basketball since the age of 4 and has represented several clubs including Sturt, South, and now West Adelaide. He has a strong passion for the game and enjoys helping others learn how to play it the right way. In 2024, his final year as a player, Oli was named Fastbreak Most Outstanding Player. He also received his team’s Values Award in both 2023 and 2024.
Alex Hudson
Alex has recently joined the coaching team at Fastbreak and brings a lifelong love of basketball with her. She even had a basketball themed wedding! She began her playing career in Under 14s and went on to play senior district basketball even returning to the court again between children. Alex began her coaching journey at South Adelaide and has coached district basketball for the past few years. Alongside her coaching, Alex has worked in early education since 2008. This experience strongly shapes her coaching approach. She sees herself as a holistic coach who focuses on all areas of a player’s development, setting realistic and achievable goals so every player feels valued, confident, and important to the team. Her values align closely with Fastbreak, with a strong belief in teamwork, encouragement, and players bringing out the best in one another. Alex is excited to be part of the Fastbreak coaching group and is excited to get to know all the players and families!
Doug Hudson
Doug Hudson is a former ABL/NBL1 player with the South Adelaide Panthers and has been immersed in basketball from a young age, beginning with district at six years old. With extensive coaching experience across junior district (still currently coaching), as well as senior men’s and women’s district basketball, middle and senior school zone and knockout teams, Doug brings a deep understanding of player development at all stages.
Doug has also led the Middle School Basketball Academy at Tenison Woods College in Mount Gambier, where he focused on building strong fundamentals and fostering a positive, inclusive team culture.
Passionate about developing young athletes, Doug emphasises skill development alongside a genuine love for the game. He aims to help players grow not only as basketballers, but as people, encouraging teamwork, integrity, respect, and graciousness in both victory and defeat.
Gavin Fathers
Gavin’s coaching journey began in the most familiar of ways, by ticking the box that said “willing to help” when his daughter joined her first domestic team. What started as simply lending a hand quickly turned into a genuine passion for coaching and player development. From there, he progressed to South District, and over the past few seasons, he has stepped into the role of head coach of U14 and U16’s girls’ teams. In addition to basketball, he has also coached volleyball, which has broadened his perspective on coaching styles, skill development, and team dynamics. He has a strong interest in continually improving as a coach and actively seek out learning opportunities - regularly attending coaches’ sessions, watching coaching webinars and YouTube content, and observing trainings for other teams to learn new approaches and ideas.
His coaching philosophy centres on working hard, continuous learning, teamwork, and most importantly, having fun! He believes players develop best in an environment where they feel supported, challenged, and enjoy being part of the team.
Gavin is excited to bring his experience and enthusiasm to Fastbreak, and he looks forward to continuing to develop his coaching skills alongside the many amazing coaches within the academy while helping young athletes grow both on and off the court.
Casey Harnett
Casey is new to Fastbreak Academy in 2025 and is a current teacher in the Basketball Program at Sports College SA. A former NBL1 player for the South Adelaide Panthers, she also coached the Panthers’ Under 16 Division 1 Girls team in 2025. Before moving into teaching, Casey was Head of Sport at Scotch College Adelaide, where she oversaw the development of wide-ranging co-curricular sporting programs. With a strong background in both coaching and player development, Casey brings a passion for helping athletes grow their skills, confidence, and love for the game. Her focus is on building a positive, professional, and supportive environment that allows players to thrive individually and as a team, while also ensuring Fastbreak continues to foster a strong, family-based culture.
Terry Jones
Terry has started with Fastbreak Academy in 2025 in a role providing mentoring and guidance primarily to our younger coaches. He has been coaching junior basketball for more than 40 years in Vic, Qld and SA, including nearly 20 years of district basketball (with an 11-year stint coaching Div 1 U10 Boys) at South Adelaide (where he is a Life Member). He also spent time on the South Adelaide committee and helped create and run the SDJBL domestic competition in its early days. He has been (and is still) playing basketball for almost 50 years and has also been involved in national and state level basketball statistics in Vic and SA for 40+ years, as well as refereeing basketball for 35+ years. Terry is passionate about basketball and enjoys passing on his years of knowledge to players and coaches and to anybody who shares his passion for basketball.