THE HKBA TEAM
Jason Yam • Founder
After spending years as a professional basketball player and physical education teacher in Hong Kong, Jason founded HKBA in 2011 with the vision of elevating youth basketball in the region. Inspired by the birth of his first child, Kyara, he set out to create opportunities for the next generation of young athletes. More than a decade later, Jason continues to lead HKBA with the same passion and family-oriented culture. A big kid at heart, he takes great joy in seeing young athletes grow, succeed, and reach their potential.
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education
• Hong Kong University — BSc (Sports Science and Leisure Management)
• Chinese University of Hong Kong — PGDE (Post Graduate Diploma in Education)
Professional Experience
• Hong Kong International School — Physical Education Teacher
• ESF - Physical Education Teacher
Playing Experience & Achievements
• 6 seasons with professional Winling Basketball Club
• 2x Hong Kong Division 1 Champion — Winling
• Hong Kong National Team Member
• Basketball Scholarship — Hong Kong University
• 3x Adidas Street Ball Challenge Champion
• 2x And 1 Competition — Hong Kong Team
• 1st Runner Up — 2011 Redbull King Of The Rock
• North American Chinese Slam Dunk Champion
• University of Toronto (Scarborough) Team Member
Mitchell Chu • Academy Director
Coach Mitch, HKBA’s Academy Director, brings over a decade of experience working with young athletes at HKBA. His coaching journey has taken him across different levels and age groups, with a strong focus on individual skills development, strength and conditioning, and helping players understand the game. Mitch is passionate about creating meaningful development opportunities for athletes and believes basketball is a powerful tool for building discipline, confidence, and resilience. His experience coaching in both Hong Kong and Australia continues to shape his approach as he leads HKBA’s coaching programs and player development.
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education
• University of London — Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
• University of New South Wales — Master of Laws, Chinese & International Business & Economic Law; Corporate, Commercial & Taxation Law
• University of New South Wales — Master of Laws, Criminal Justice & Criminology; Media, Intellectual Property & Technology Law
Profession
• Australian Practicing Solicitor (Lawyer)
Player/Coach Experience & Achievements
• HKBA -- Academy Director & Basketball Coach
• Inner West Bulls, Australia - Mens Assistant Coach NBL1
• Inner West Bulls, Australia - Womens Assistant Coach NBL1
• HKBA Elite Team - Head Coach U18 Championship Team 2018
• Hong Kong Basketball Associatation - Division 1 & 2 Player
hkba coaches
Cameron Dey • Head of Basketball Ops • Coach
Chris Daniels • Head of Skills Training • Coach
Chris Daniels • Head of Skills Training • Coach
Coach Cam, has been passionate about basketball from an early age, from pickup games to competing at the professional level in Hong Kong. He has played in the Hong Kong Basketball Association’s A1 and A2 Divisions with professional teams Onching and Namching, and brings nearly a decade of coaching experience to HKBA.
Cam believes in building strong fundamentals, teamwork, and a positive basketball culture while helping young athletes develop both as players and individuals. He is passionate about passing on the lessons and values he has gained through his own basketball journey to the next generation of athletes.
Chris Daniels • Head of Skills Training • Coach
Chris Daniels • Head of Skills Training • Coach
Chris Daniels • Head of Skills Training • Coach
Coach Chris, brings extensive experience in professional basketball and youth development. As a former professional player, he competed in Canada’s National Basketball League (NBL) with the Orangeville A’s and England’s British Basketball League (BBL) with Leeds Force, earning All-Team honours in both leagues. Chris combines his professional playing experience with nearly a decade of coaching, with a focus on helping athletes build strong fundamentals, basketball IQ, and confidence. He brings a detail-oriented and player-focused approach to HKBA’s skills training and development programs.
Josh Walker • Head of Girls Program • Coach
Chris Daniels • Head of Skills Training • Coach
Coach Josh brings over a decade of professional playing and coaching experience across North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia, with multiple championships and MVP honours throughout his career. He has coached at the school, club, and professional levels, including leading the GSIS Girls Basketball Program to back-to-back International School Championships in 2023 and 2024. As Head of HKBA’s Girls Program, Josh is focused on creating more opportunities and pathways for young female athletes while helping grow the girls’ basketball community in Hong Kong.
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education
• Northumbria Unversity - BSC Sports Coaching
Coaching Qualifications
• England Basketball Level 2 Coach
• England Basketball Level 1 Referee
• England Basketball Level 1 Referee
• EFR First Aid Instructor
Playing Experience & Achievements
• Hong Kong Division A2 — Onching, 2019 & 2023
• Hong Kong Division A1 Industrial Cup — Namching, 2020
• Sketch International Team — Captain, Philippines
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education
• Shorter University — B.B.A. in Sports Management
Coaching Qualifications
USA Basketball - Gold License
Professional Playing Experience
• BBL England — Leeds Force | 2017–2018
• NBL Canada — Orangeville A’s | 2018–2019
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education
• BS, Business Administration — Limestone College, USA
• AS, Sports Management — Limestone College, USA
Coaching Qualifications
• Head Coach, GSIS Girls
• Director of Girls Basketball, DSA
• Head Coach, Happy Valley Girls Professional Team
• Head of HKBA Girls Program
• 2023 & 2024 International School Championship Coach
• BCPR & First Aid Certified, Hong Kong
Professional Playing Experience
• 10+ years of professional playing experience USA, Spain, Mexico. & Hong Kong
• Multiple MVP honours and championships
hkba coaches
Justin Lo • Coach
Steve Choy • Coach
Justin Lo • Coach
Coach Justin believes basketball is more than just a game, using the sport to help players develop a positive attitude, passion, commitment, and respect for themselves and others. Through his coaching, Justin focuses on developing not only basketball skills, but also communication, teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic. He believes these qualities help players navigate both success and failure and carry valuable lessons from the court into their everyday lives.
Roger Hood • Coach
Steve Choy • Coach
Justin Lo • Coach
Coach Roger brings an elite combination of international playing experience and dedicated youth development to HKBA. Passionate about teaching the fundamentals, he specializes in helping players elevate their shooting mechanics, footwork, basketball IQ, and scoring ability. Roger draws on his global experience to refine players’ skills and build on-court confidence. His background as an NCAA collegiate captain and licensed coach ensures that every training session is rooted in discipline, structure, and a deep passion for the game.
Steve Choy • Coach
Steve Choy • Coach
Coach Steve brings over 15 years of high-level playing experience in Hong Kong’s Division 1 League, having competed with Fukien, Winling, and South China, as well as represented the Hong Kong National Team in international competitions. He also spent two years as a Division 1 head coach and has over a decade of professional experience as a personal trainer. Steve combines his background in competitive basketball and athletic development to help players build strong fundamentals, physical ability, and confidence on the court.
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education
• BSc Sports Science — Middlesex University
Coaching Qualifications
• Australia basketball coach certification
• Basketball life coach certification
Coaching Experience
• St. Paul's coed
• Australia international school
• ISF
• Canadian school
• German Swiss international school
• CIS
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education
• Bachelor of Arts in Business (Minor in Psychology) – Kalamazoo College, Michigan
Coaching Qualifications
• USA Basketball Gold Licensed Coach
• Professional Basketball Player & Youth Skills Trainer
Professional Playing Experience
• Current Professional Player – Pegasus, Hong Kong A2 Division
• 3-Year Collegiate Team Captain – Kalamazoo College (NCAA Division III)
• Professional experience across Costa Rica, Mexico, Antigua, and the USA
- League scoring and 3-point shooting leader; multiple All-League honours
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education, Coaching & Playing Experience
Education
• Degree in Journalism and Communications
Coaching Qualifications
• Hong Kong Basketball Coach Certification
• IPTFA Certified Personal Trainer
• AASFP Certified Personal Trainer
• NASM Certified Personal Trainer
• PTA Global Certified Personal Trainer
Professional Playing Experience
• Hong Kong Junior National Team
• Hong Kong National Team
hkba alumni player coaches
FROM PLAYER TO COACH
Sean Inciong • Alumni Player • Coach
Sean Inciong • Alumni Player • Coach
At HKBA, the journey doesn’t have to end when a player leaves the court. Our alumni pathway creates opportunities for former HKBA players to return as coaches, trainers, and mentors, sharing the experience they gained throughout their own basketball journey with the next generation.
From developing young players to competing at collegiate, professional, and international levels, our alumni continue to be part of the HKBA community — creating a pathway that connects players, coaches, and generations of athletes through the game.
Sean Inciong • Alumni Player • Coach
Sean Inciong • Alumni Player • Coach
Sean Inciong • Alumni Player • Coach
Coach Sean is an HKBA alumni player who has gone on to compete in Hong Kong’s A1 and A2 divisions and play collegiate basketball in the USA. As a former HKBA player himself, Sean brings a unique perspective to coaching, giving back to the program that played a part in his own basketball journey.
Ethan Yu • Alumni Player • Coach
Hayden Chan • Alumni Player • Coach
Hayden Chan • Alumni Player • Coach
Coach Ethan Yu is an HKBA alumni player with competitive basketball experience in both Hong Kong and the United States. A former HKBA Premier League U20 starting point guard, Ethan also captained the American International School Hong Kong U20 team and competed in the highly competitive AAU system in Washington, D.C. His playing background and leadership experience bring a strong competitive perspective to his coaching.
Hayden Chan • Alumni Player • Coach
Hayden Chan • Alumni Player • Coach
Hayden Chan • Alumni Player • Coach