Sports Reach Basketball Announces Staff for USA 3×3 Teams for 2025 FISU World University Games

February 25, 2025

Sports Reach is proud to announce the coaching staff and tour personnel for the Men’s and Women’s 3×3 basketball teams competing in the 2025 FISU World University Games.

  • Kelly Combs will serve as the Tour Director and Men’s Head Coach, assisted by Kyle Combs.

  • Owens Crawford will serve as Assistant Coach and Statistician.

  • Zach Arington will be the Team Leader and Administrator.

  • Maria Napolitano has been named Women’s Head Coach, with Kali Kells serving as Assistant Coach.

  • Hannah Edwards will act as Team Sports Information Director, responsible for photography, video, and social media.

  • Jody Combs will join as Team Manager and Administrative Staff.

Coaching Staff Backgrounds

Kelly Combs – Tour Director & Men’s Head Coach

With 35 years of coaching experience—18 in college and 19 internationally—Kelly recently led the USA Men’s Basketball Team to a gold medal at the 2024 FISU America Games in Colombia. This will be his first time coaching a 3×3 team and his debut in Germany.

Kyle Combs – Men’s Assistant Coach

Kyle brings nine years of coaching experience, including four years at the collegiate level (Kentucky Christian University and Baylor University). He is currently the Head Boys Coach at Live Oak Classical School, where he has won 108 games and finished this season as State Runner-Up. As a player, Kyle competed at Asbury University and Kentucky Christian University. His international experience includes tours in China, Indonesia, and Puerto Rico.

Owens Crawford – Assistant Coach & Statistician

Owens has five years of high school coaching experience at Live Oak Classical in Waco, TX, and Mason County High School in Maysville, KY. A former player at Kentucky Christian University, he also played on an international tour in China. He will oversee statistics for both the men’s and women’s teams.

Maria Napolitano – Women’s Head Coach

Maria was a four-year player at Division I Quinnipiac University (NEC and MAAC), serving as co-captain in her senior year. She played in the NCAA Tournament in 2013 and 2015, and earned accolades including MAAC Sixth Player of the Year and All-MAAC Second Team honors. Quinnipiac secured three regular-season conference titles during her tenure.

After college, Maria played two professional seasons in Spain—winning a divisional tournament with Ausarta Barakaldo and advancing to the Second Division National League. She later played for Tirso Igualatorio in Santander.

Maria has coached high school and AAU basketball from 2020–2024, serving as Assistant Varsity Coach at Indian Hill High School (Cincinnati, OH) and contributing to three league championships. She also served as Director of Operations and Head Coach for the Sports City Angels 15U team in the EYBL program. Her mission trips to the Caribbean, where she taught basketball and shared the Gospel, reflect her passion for ministry through sports.

Kali Kells – Women’s Assistant Coach

With seven years of coaching experience across middle school, high school, and college levels, Kali is currently the Director of Operations and Offensive Coordinator at Asbury University, her alma mater. She first felt a calling to missions during a 2013 trip to Haiti. Since graduating, she has participated in several mission projects, including a recent one in Puerto Rico.

“This is an incredible opportunity and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I can’t wait to represent the USA and spread the love of Jesus this summer!” – Kali Kells

Zach Arington – Team Leader & Administrator

A former basketball player at Indiana Wesleyan University, Zach now serves on staff with Sports Reach. He has led and participated in numerous Sports Reach camps and international tours. He will also serve as Lead Discipler for both teams.

Hannah Edwards – Sports Information Director

Hannah will manage photography, video content, and social media for both teams. She will also assist with discipleship for the Women’s team. Hannah has participated in numerous mission trips worldwide and brings strong media and ministry experience to the role.

Jody Combs – Team Manager & Admin Staff

Jody will support administrative tasks and team logistics, while also contributing to discipleship and outreach efforts. She has previously toured with Sports Reach in China, New Zealand, and Jamaica.

Sports Reach Basketball Selected to Represent USA at 2025 FISU World University Games

February 20, 2025

UniUSA has officially announced that Sports Reach Basketball will represent the United States in Men’s and Women’s 3v3 Basketball at the 2025 Summer FISU World University Games in Germany, taking place July 16–27. Held every two years, the Games attract over 8,500 student-athletes from more than 150 countries, making it one of the largest global multi-sport events.

Event Details

  • Location: Rhine-Ruhr, Germany

  • Headquarters: Düsseldorf

  • Basketball Competition Dates: July 16–27

  • Sports Reach Tour Dates: July 12–26

  • Activities: 4-day training camp, competition, ministry, and cultural exchange

  • Teams: Competing against 12 nations

Player Selection

Sports Reach is currently recruiting college players (ages 18–25) with strong 3×3 skills who are also passionate about serving as Christian ambassadors. College coaches are being contacted for recommendations. Final rosters will be announced by May 10, 2025.

Contact & Socials

Interested players and coaches can reach out to:

Website: www.USATeam.org
Facebook: USA Team
X (formerly Twitter): @usateam_

About UniUSA

Formerly known as USIUSF, UniUSA is the official U.S. representative for FISU events, including the Summer and Winter World University Games, Championships, and World Cups. Led by President Dan Guerrero and Secretary General Lori Thomas, UniUSA includes members from the NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA, and NACDA. Established in 1968, UniUSA has supported American student-athletes on the global stage for over 50 years.

About BTI Events, LLC

BTI Events is the managing partner of UniUSA. A full-service sports event management firm, BTI supports U.S. athletes in travel, logistics, and administration for international competitions, including the World University Games.

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