The Bench

Meet Our
Coaches

Every coach on our staff is here for one reason: to pour into the next generation of athletes and leaders.

Coaches Who Actually Care

Every coach at JustPlay OC brings real experience and a genuine heart for youth development. We look for more than sport expertise. We look for mentors who understand the unique pressures young athletes face and have the emotional intelligence to meet them with patience and high expectations.

Our coaches are background-checked and trained in youth athlete development. We don't just coach sport. We coach life.

100%
Background Checked
20+
Yrs Combined Exp
OC
Community Roots
AllIn
For the Athletes

The Team Behind the Teams

Our basketball coaches bring real experience, real heart, and a real commitment to every athlete they coach.

Basketball

Laseanda Wesson

Head Basketball Coach

With over 20 years of coaching experience in basketball, Coach Wesson brings a wealth of knowledge and an unmatched passion for player development. Her track record speaks for itself: athletes under her guidance consistently improve and thrive both on and off the court.

Basketball

Marquise King

Assistant Basketball Coach

Marquise King brings considerable coaching experience and a parent's perspective. His own kids are part of the JustPlay OC program. He understands firsthand what this program means to families and brings that dedication to every practice and game day.

Basketball

Sam Penksaw

Skills & Player Development Coach

A former player turned great coach, Sam brings a player's perspective to athlete development. He's been in those shoes. He knows what it takes to compete and how to connect with athletes in a way that unlocks their potential.

Volleyball Coaches

Staff Announcement Coming Soon

We're in the process of finalizing our volleyball coaching staff. Expect an exciting announcement soon. We're bringing in dedicated coaches who share our commitment to youth development.

Have coaching experience in volleyball? We'd love to hear from you.

Get in Touch

Passionate About Youth Sports?

We're always looking for coaches, mentors, and volunteers who share our commitment to youth development. If that's you, let's talk.

Great coaches. Great athletes.

Ready to Play?
We're Ready for You.