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BIOGRAPHIES
Team
Team was founded in October of 2005 by Carla D. Kendall. The team was
developed in order to offer a quality basketball program at low or no cost to
youth and their families.
Carla D. Kendall, Founder-Manager
Carla is the mother of two young girls. She comes from a diversified history
background of sports. Her mission and purpose in life is to raise her children
according to the gospel of Jesus and allow herself to be a vessel for the lord
in order to bring others to know the full truth of the gospel and it's power!
Carla sustains by working as an independent Mortgage Consultant. Carla
has been in the mortgage business since 1998 and specializes in senior
retirement education, credit education, refinance and 1st and 2nd home
buyers awareness. Her desire has been not only to help families into their
dream home but also to help families and seniors keep and maintain their
home utilizing all viable options available. Outside of work and family she
enjoys art and running.
carlak@kcnavigators.com
KC NAVIGATORS
FOUNDER’S VISION
I envision this organization achieving great accomplishments. The initial
vision was inspired by the desire for a dynamic team offering an array of
services for youth in the metropolitan area. Seeing the need for not only
providing youth and their families with a strong innovative program but
allowing them to enjoy these services at little or no cost. Hopefully, this
vision will bring joy and hope to our community. It is with much delight to
experience youth playing to their fullest potential and having the ability to
provide them with the necessary tools to make the most of their talents.
My vision has been fostered by my belief in Jesus Christ, knowing that all
things are possible through him. It is Christ who strengthens and guides my
vision on a daily basis. It is the power of the Holy Spirit that teaches me to
trust in the unseen and hope for what is to come. It is with great pleasure to
have God lead and prepare my steps; it is he that arranges for only the best
and qualified individuals to have the opportunity to work with the best of
talented youth. I believe that every child has hidden potentials and talents;
all they need is the opportunity and the right environment to nourish and
develop those talents. It is through faith, that God will guide the members of
this team. Confidence in all this is the vision of a powerful and great team
that will grow and become undefeated.
A winning vision that will produce a legend to tell for generations to come.
It is a clear vision that as this organization strengthens it will widen its
possibilities and open up opportunities to all youth girls and boys. It is only a
matter of patience that brings me to say that this organization will be lead
to serve all ages including tots and adults, creating enormous levels of
partnering with other community agencies with similar visions.
A vision is only a vision without the individuals that make the effort to mirror
all the underlying means of making it a reality. It is not without mention the
path ahead will indeed be challenging and enduring at times. It is with
expectation that every good thing has earned its rightful place by pushing
forward with the cause of existence. My vision is everyone’s vision that ever
dreams and hopes for something better. To strive without a vision and goal
is to write without a pencil or to walk without legs, it is merely impossible.
Never the less all is possible with Christ. It is with much hope that everyone
that comes in contact with this organization or me will ultimately
experience the power of the almighty, GOD. If you ever wanted to see a
miracle, just stay tuned to the KC Navigators it is a miracle in the making.
Carla D. Kendall
KC NAVIGATORS
MANAGEMENT
2009 BUSINESS PLAN
As founder and manager of the KC Navigators youth basketball
organization, my plan is to lead the organization into a very successful
season by organizing and maintaining the team’s operation on a daily basis.
It is with great intent and anticipation to lead the organization’s team down
a winning path by incorporating the team’s mission and philosophy. As
manager of this team I will seek all opportunities on every level to ensure
current and future possibilities, by enforcing the following plan to the fullest
extent:
· Maintain and encourage seasonal sponsorship increases
· Create a powerful and dynamic Coach Team
· Network with high school and college recruiters for future positions for
players
· Arrange partnerships with current agencies allowing internships and
co-ops for players
· Facilitate and organize volunteer services to and by our players
· Maintain a continued stream of professional trainers and coaches
throughout the season
· A continued educational process providing instructional tools, sharing
sport secrets and guides for players
· Register and maintain enrollment in the top area and non-local
leagues and tournaments.
· Provide leadership skills at every level for all members
· Maintain and encourage a positive relationship with area Media
agencies
· Develop and create on-going strategies to sponsor events, such as;
clinics, camps and leagues
· A continued service to the community, striving for equal opportunities
for all players, parents and coaches regardless of their race, color, religion,
creed or national origin.
All the above is inclusive of the founder’s vision to encourage and develop
young athletes into great leaders of tomorrow by giving them the tools and
means to obtain their goals.
CARLA D. KENDALL
KCN Board Members
Carla Kendall, Founder
(see above)
Open positions, Team Parents
Coaching Staff Bios
Halima Ramsey, Head Coach (Primary)
(to be completed)
David Strong, Head Coach - Varsity HS Girls
Coach David Strong, current girls assistant coach for Penn Valley
Community College. Strong began coaching varsity high school girl
programs in 1992. In 1995, Strong coached exclusively at Lincoln Prep. In
1999 a first-ever Missouri State quarter-finalist plaque was brought home to
Lincoln Prep. The 2003-04 season saw Strong united in the high school
ranks. Strong was assistant at Lincoln Prep. In four years, Lincoln was district
champ twice, state quarter-finalist once and Missouri State runner-up once.
Strong final high school experience was with St. Pius X High School during
the 2006-07 season. Strong since has been coaching with KC Navigators for
the last 3 years with numerous championships. 2009 he led the varsity girls
to 3 championships including an undefeated championship of the July
2009 MAYB St Louis competition. Strong is known for his strong
development of post players and profound moves for point guards. His
history and current status has been working with MV Eclipse club players
and individual training. Strong is a player developer of fundamental and
advance skills that focuses on individual improvement that leads to overall
wins.
Brandi Bush, Head and Asst Girls Varsity and Secondary
(to be completed)
Jefferey Burgett, Head Coach JV Girls
(to be completed)
Elijah Ringler, Head Coach Boys Secondary Varsity & Girls JV Secondary
(to be completed)
Coach Eugene, Head Coach Boys Secondary JV
(to be completed)
Martin Jackson, Staff Coach (All teams)
(to be completed)
High School Division Player Bios
Secondary Division Player Bios
Primary Divison Player Bios
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- Team Bio
- Founder's Bio
- Founder's Vision
- Management
Business Plan - Coach Bios
- Members Bios'
