Our Team
We bring different perspectives to the table, but we’re united by a love for purposeful work, thoughtful design, and real connection.
Our Team
Shane Letthand
Head Varsity Coach /Skills & Player Development CoachTim Derksen
Player Development Coach
LonniE Tvrdy
Athletic Director
Brad Duecker
Assistant Coach
Le’Sean Marks
Marty Roth
Founder / Program Director / National Head CoachOpen Head Coach / Strength & Conditioning
Marty roth
Coach Marty Roth brings over 20 years of dedicated experience in education and coaching within the Tucson community. Throughout his career, he has built championship programs, winning multiple state titles while mentoring athletes who have gone on to compete at both the collegiate and professional levels.
Coach Roth is married to his wife, Ana, and together they have four children—Brianna, Zach, Roman, and Emilio—ranging in age from 26 to 35. Family is central to his life and coaching philosophy. Two of his sons played college football, and he is now a proud grandfather to four grandchildren, all two years old and younger.
At the heart of Coach Roth’s passion is impacting teenagers’ personal growth while helping them pursue their dreams alongside their teammates. He believes that learning to sacrifice for the team instills lifelong lessons—teaching accountability, resilience, and selflessness that extend far beyond the game.
Founder / Program Director / National Head CoachlE’sean marks
Coach Le’Sean brings over 12 years of coaching experience to the game, pairing championship-level knowledge with an infectious passion for developing athletes on and off the court. A championship-winning coach and former college athlete, Marks understands what it takes to build winning cultures, emphasizing discipline, accountability, and relentless effort. Known for his high-energy, passionate coaching style, Marks’ enthusiasm is contagious, inspiring players to compete with confidence, purpose, and pride. His approach blends skill development, mental toughness, and character building, ensuring athletes grow not just as players, but as leaders.
Le’Sean has been married to his wife, Courtney Marks, for 14 years, and proudly brings strong family values into the Volunteers program. He believes that trust, unity, and respect are the foundation of both great teams and strong communities, and he is committed to creating an environment where athletes feel supported, challenged, and empowered to succeed.
Open Head Coach / Strength & Conditioning CoachVarsity Head Coachlonnie tvrdy
Coach Lonnie Tvrdy brings over 30 years of basketball coaching experience in Tucson, Arizona, with a proven record of excellence both on and off the court. From 2003 to 2023, he served as the Girls Varsity Head Coach at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, where he helped build one of the most respected programs in the state.
During his 20-year tenure at Pusch Ridge, Coach Tvrdy led the program to four consecutive 2A State Championships from 2005–2008. Competing as a 2A school, his teams consistently challenged themselves against 3A–6A programs, embracing high-level competition as a cornerstone of player development and program culture. In addition to his coaching success, Coach Tvrdy spent the past 17 years serving as Assistant Principal and Athletic Director, providing leadership in education, athletics, and student development. His experience in administration gives him a unique perspective on mentoring student-athletes and building programs rooted in accountability, discipline, and character.
Coach Tvrdy has been married to his wife, Karen, for 37 years, and they are proud parents of three sons—Caleb, Joshua, and Aaron. Family values and faith have always been central to his coaching philosophy. He is honored to be part of Premier Prep Online Academy (Tucson), where the mission extends beyond basketball. Coach Tvrdy is passionate about mentoring young men, building trust with student-athletes and parents, and helping players grow academically, athletically, and personally.
tim Derksen
Player Development / Assistant CoachAssistant Coachshane letthand
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Brad Duecker
Assistant Coach