BBA Swarm

Upcoming Events

BBA Swarm Youth Development Program

St. Margaret's Church
Tuesdays - Open Gym - 6-7pm
Thursdays - YDP - 6-7pm

BBA Swarm Spring 2024 Tryouts

Saturday, March 23rd
St. Margaret's Church

BBA Swarm

The leading club basketball program in the Tri-State Powered by Under Armour, BBA Swarm is for boys and girls grades 3rd – 12th. Our program operates out of facilities in Syracuse and the Liverpool Area and is directed by current NBA trainer, Ben Bellucci. Our program offers teams, camps, and clinics year-round and is coached by local college and high school coaches.

Coaching Staff

Ben Bellucci

Director

Ben Bellucci

Director

Cookie Hillman

General Manager

Jason Hillman

Director, Boys and Girls Divisions

Jason Hillman

Director, Boys and Girls Divisions

Coach Hillman’s coaching experience began back in 1997 in Foxboro, Massachusetts where he coached 6th grade girls and 8th grade boys travel teams. In the summer of 2003 he moved to Central New York with his wife and family where he continued to coach with several local organizations. From 2013 to present, Coach Hillman was:  Head Coach of a 5/6 girls basketball team for the Cicero Optimist Organization (2013 & 2014); Head Coach for CNS Swishers Club, 6th grade girls travel basketball team (2014), 7th grade girls travel basketball team (2015) and assistant coach for 8th grade girls travel basketball team, Head Coach for Sacred Heart Church CYO Girls 5th/6th basketball team (2014), 7th/8th grade girls basketball team (2015 & 2016); Head Coach for BBA Nets 9th grade girls basketball team (2017); and currently the Head Coach for the BBA SWARM 11th grade girls basketball team (2022).  At the same time, Coach Hillman was:  Head Coach for Cicero Snipers 4th grade boys travel basketball team (2015); Head Coach of BBA Nets 5th grade boys travel basketball team (2016); 6th grade boys travel basketball team (2017); 7th grade boys travel basketball team (2018); 8th grade boys travel basketball team (2019), 9th grade boys travel basketball team (2020), 10th grade boys travel basketball team (2021), 11th grade girls travel team (2022), 8th grade girls travel team (2022), 6th grade boys travel team (2023), 6th grade girls travel team (2023) and 7th grade boys travel team (2023).  Coach Hillman preaches accountability, communication, selflessness and hard work, while focusing on strategy and skill development.  Coach Hillman also works as a trainer for seasonal clinics, programs and individual training.

Brian Casey

Head Coach

Brian Casey

Head Coach

Cam Bollin

Head Coach

Cam Bollin

Head Coach

Coach Cam was born and raised in Syracuse, New York, and graduated from Corcoran High School. He started playing competitive basketball in 10thgrade in a recreation league and quickly became obsessed with the grind of working to get better and then subsequently seeing the improvement. That love of the grind evolved into a love of competition and working with and against peers who shared a similar passion for the game of basketball. He earned a spot on the varsity team his junior and senior years in high school and shortly after graduating, helped coach in the same recreation league where he began his journey. After earning a B.A. in psychology from Buffalo State, Coach Cam returned to the game of basketball, his true passion. Following a brief stint coaching in the Syracuse PAL League, he joined BBA Swarm as a 12U assistant coach and quickly became a well-respected coach, mentor, and trainer with a sharp basketball mind. A true student of the sport, Coach Cam loves to learn and expand his knowledge about all levels, aspects, and periods of the game of basketball. He also currently acts as a player scout in the Greater Syracuse area. He aspires to continue his journey and share all of his acquired knowledge along the way.

Morgan Maloney

Head Coach

Morgan Maloney

Head Coach

Coach Morgan was born and raised in Brewerton, NY, and attended Paul V Moore High School in Central Square, Coach Morgan played AAU for a couple of different clubs around and outside of Syracuse, NY including Central Square Cyclones, BBA NETS, and Port City Blue Wave. She continued her academic and athletic career at Finger Lakes Community College in Canandaigua, NY. In the 2017-2018 season, her team was the Mid-State Athletic Conference Champions and had the unique opportunity to compete in the NJCAA Regional Championships. In February of 2022, Coach Morgan was offered an Assistant JV and Varsity Coaching position with Bellucci Basketball Academy (BBA) & Swarm. Shortly after, she became a BBA Swarm/Programs and Clinics Lead Coach as well as a BBA Private Basketball Skills Trainer. In August of 2022, she became a Talent Scout for BBA Swarm and in September, Coach Morgan was promoted to Head Varsity BBA Swarm Coach and team Training Lead Coach.

Maddy Besaw

Head Coach

Maddy Besaw

Head Coach

Coach Maddy was born and raised in Central Square, NY. Throughout her high school career, she was a 3-sport athlete. In 2016-2017 she was awarded the Team Captain Role, Female Outstanding Athlete Award, 2nd Team All-League, and the Varsity Courage Award. During her senior year, her high school team became the OHSL League Champions. Coach Maddy continued her academic and athletic career at Jefferson Community College. She was awarded the Team Captain Role and won the Mid-State Championship her sophomore year. In August of 2022, she became the BBA Swarm Girls Assistant JV coach.

Conner Harrington

Head Coach

Conner Harrington

Head Coach

Meet Coach Conner Harrington, the basketball aficionado with roots in the quaint town of Parish, New York. Trained under the renowned Ben Bellucci and top-tier coaches at Bellucci Basketball Academy. 

A seasoned player in the AAU circuit and three years of Varsity basketball, Coach Conner seamlessly transitioned into a mentoring role. He’s lent his expertise to BBA Swarm’s 12U and 13U boys teams, shaping future stars.

Now, at the helm of BBA’s Beginners Program and a lead coach at several After School Programs in greater Syracuse, Coach Conner brings his passion for the game to aspiring players. But it doesn’t stop there – as a Private Basketball Skills trainer, he offers personalized sessions to elevate individual skills.

Sarah Snavlin

Head Coach

Sarah Snavlin

Head Coach

Sarah, a native of Central Square, NY, kickstarted her basketball journey in 3rd grade, igniting a passion that persists today. Sarah played AAU and high school basketball for five years, starting as a Syracuse Royal and later moving to BBA under the guidance of our own BBA Swarm Director, Coach Jason Hillman.

Her varsity basketball career began at the end of her freshman year being pulled up for sectionals, earning her a spot in sectionals. By the conclusion of her high school journey, she was recognized as Second Team All-OHSL Liberty Central and led her team in three-point shots.

Post-high school, Sarah pursued her education and basketball career at a Division III SUNY school.

Sarah grew up around the game, as her dad was a coach himself, which segued Sarah into coaching at the age of 16, volunteering at camps hosted by Coach McKenney at Bishop Grimes Jr./Sr. High School. At 18, she became Coach Mac’s assistant coach for the Mac’s Hoops Stars travel team. During her time in Buffalo, she contributed to the Buffalo Titans and gained her first head coaching experience, securing a significant win for a team mid-season.

Upon her return to Syracuse, Sarah took on various coaching roles. She became a head coach at various local summer camps, assisted during a fall season, and assumed a head coaching position for a 10U Girls AAU team. Presently, she serves as the head coach of our 5th/6th-grade Girls’ travel team, a trainer for our After-School Programs and clinics, and is pursuing her teaching degree at Le Moyne College.

Ammiel Fernandez

Head Coach

Ammiel Fernandez

Head Coach

Coach Fernandez, a native of Syracuse, NY, proudly hails from Living Word Academy. During his high school years, he not only excelled in intramural basketball and soccer but also captained a volleyball team to four consecutive undefeated seasons with Sectional Titles each year from 9th to 12th grade.

Married and driven by a passion for education, Coach Fernandez holds a Bachelor’s in Science, a Masters in Management of Information Systems, and is currently midway through his Doctorate in Global Organizational Leadership. His coaching journey commenced in 1994 in Parish, NY, where he mentored youth sports at a summer camp while serving as a youth group leader. Over the years, he dedicated himself to coaching various sports, including basketball, baseball, volleyball, and soccer, impacting young lives from 1994 through 2021.

Coach Fernandez has been at the helm of numerous youth sports programs, collaborating with organizations such as Blessed Sacrament, Upwards, WHYS, BBA, Lady Hot Shotz, and BBA Swarm. In 2021, he assumed head coaching roles for Lady Hot Shotz, Upwards Girls Basketball 5th/6th Grade, WHYS Youth Flag Football, Upwards Boys Basketball 2nd/3rd Grade, BBA Swarm Girl 12U, Upwards Girls Basketball 7th-10th Grade, Upwards Boys Basketball 3rd/4th Grade, and BBA Swarm Girls 14U.

Over the past four years, Coach Fernandez has consistently empowered young women to emerge as future leaders. On the court, he equips them with the skills to excel in basketball, fosters qualities essential for leadership, and instills resilience by encouraging them never to give up. Parents commend Coach Fernandez for the transformative experiences he provides, noting the increased confidence and personal growth in their daughters under his guidance.

Devin Turrell

Head Coach

Devin Turrell

Head Coach

Coach Devin, originally from Syracuse, NY, and a graduate of Cicero-North Syracuse, has an extensive background in basketball. His travel basketball experience includes being a part of the Syracuse Select and Gym Rats programs under the guidance of former Oak Hill and Syracuse basketball point guard Billy Edelin.

Devin continued his athletic journey at SUNY Ulster (Division 2 NJCAA) for basketball before showcasing his talents in both college baseball and basketball at SUNY Polytechnic Institute (NCAA Division III). Armed with a B.A. in business management, Devin has built a successful career in sales but has now circled back to his coaching roots.

With a profound understanding and passion for the game, Devin instills a college-level structure into his coaching approach. Drawing from his college days, his teams will benefit from meticulously crafted practice plans and adhere to a high standard. Devin eagerly anticipates contributing to the development of the next generation of players.

Tyler Reynolds

Asst. Coach

Tyler Reynolds

Asst. Coach

A Syracuse, NY native, born and raised. His basketball journey started at Westhill, where he clinched two consecutive State Championships with the Warriors. Tyler then honed his skills under the guidance of Coach Pete Lobello’s program, contributing to a U17 National Championship.

Continuing his impressive trajectory, he spent two years with the Harcum Bears (NJCAA D1), where he still holds the records for the most 3-pointers made in a game (10), in a season (121), and throughout his career (189). Post-Harcum, Tyler elevated his game at Manhattan College (NCAA D1), representing the MAAC conference. Notably, he earned a spot on the 2019-20 MAAC All-Championship Team, showcasing his prowess on the court. Averaging 10 points and 3 rebounds during his time at Manhattan, Tyler graduated in 2021 with a degree in Psychology.

Now, Tyler eagerly anticipates contributing his expertise to help Coach Devin and the team improve and achieve victories. His wealth of experience and dedication make him a valuable asset to the coaching staff.

Matt Maloney

Asst. Coach

Matt Maloney

Asst. Coach

Trey Bolin

Asst. Coach

Trey Bolin

Asst. Coach

Peter Santoro

Asst. Coach

Peter Santoro

Asst. Coach

Lauren Bell

Asst. Coach

Lauren Bell

Asst. Coach
Lauren Bell brings a remarkable blend of athleticism and coaching experience to our basketball program.
A standout player since her high school days at Central Square High School, Lauren has made significant contributions to the
game both on and off the court.During her varsity career, Lauren’s talent and dedication were evident as she was asked to move up to Varsity in 8th grade as a Forward. She went on to become the All-Time Leading Rebounder for Central Square, ending her high school career with impressive statistics of 828 rebounds, 679 points, and 93 blocks. Her exceptional performance earned her multiple MVP awards and All-League honors.Continuing her basketball journey into college, Lauren attended St. John Fisher before transferring to Clarkson University in her sophomore year. At Clarkson, she started all three years, showcasing her skills and leadership on the court while pursuing academic excellence off the court. Lauren earned a B.S. in Biology, an A.S. in Nursing, and eventually, a B.S. in Nursing, demonstrating her commitment to both her education and her passion for healthcare.Lauren’s coaching career began at a young age, starting as an assistant coach at just 15 years old. She continued to expand her coaching experience by volunteering at Central Square Summer Camps and assisting in various other summer basketball programs, where she shared her knowledge and love for the game with aspiring young athletes.As an integral part of our coaching staff, Lauren brings a unique perspective, passion for the game, and unwavering dedication to the development of our players both on and off the court. We are privileged to have her as part of our team.