At VIBE, coaching goes beyond teaching basketball. Our responsibility is to develop confident, disciplined athletes who understand accountability, teamwork, leadership and character.
Every coach is committed to creating a competitive but supportive environment where athletes are challenged to improve, encouraged to take ownership and held to a meaningful standard.
The ICONIC framework guides how we coach, communicate, compete and serve.
Our coaches bring experience, commitment and a shared belief that player development must extend beyond the court.
Christopher Chavez founded Vail Iconic Basketball Elite to create a structured, development-focused basketball organization centered on opportunity, accountability, culture and community.
His coaching experience includes youth, club and high school basketball, including six seasons with the Cienega High School Girls Varsity program. His approach emphasizes defensive discipline, basketball IQ, player development, confidence and building strong team culture.
Coach Chris believes basketball can prepare athletes for more than competition. Through the ICONIC framework, players are challenged to understand their identity, demonstrate character, take ownership, develop a next-level mindset, act with intention and contribute to their community.
Coach Marshall Gantt III brings a detailed, athlete-centered approach to player development. His basketball experience includes working with girls’ and women’s programs, supporting collegiate basketball environments and coaching at the middle school and high school levels.
His coaching focuses on strengthening fundamentals, building confidence, improving decision-making and developing meaningful relationships with athletes. He challenges players to grow beyond what they believe they are capable of while maintaining accountability and team standards.
Coach Marshall supports VIBE practices, competition, player development and the continued growth of a positive team culture.
Coaching is more than what happens during a drill. It is instruction, communication, accountability, encouragement and shared experiences.
Teach fundamentals, basketball IQ and habits that prepare athletes for meaningful competition.
Set clear expectations and help athletes take ownership of their preparation, effort and decisions.
Build confidence, communication, resilience and the ability to positively influence others.
Create a culture where athletes feel supported, challenged and connected to something bigger than themselves.
Our coaching staff models the same ICONIC standards we expect from every athlete.
VIBE welcomes conversations with coaches and volunteers who believe in athlete development, accountability, positive communication and community impact.
Coaching opportunities depend on program needs, experience, background requirements and seasonal availability.