Meet Our Coaches
Ryan Deloach
National Team Head Coach
Jesse Arnold
Assistant Coach
Jesse Arnold development leader with more than 20 years of experience helping young athletes maximize their potential both on and off the court. As the Founder and Director of Ninestrong Athletics , Jesse has built a respected program focused on skill development, discipline, mentorship, and competitive excellence throughout Florida and Georgia.
Over the last two seasons, Jesse has also served as an Assistant Basketball Coach at Sunlake High School. During the 2025–2026 season, he helped guide the program to the best record in school history, contributing to the team’s culture, defensive identity, player development, and overall success.
In addition to coaching, Jesse oversees the daily operations of the organization, including budgeting, recruiting, fundraising, scheduling, and community outreach. Under his leadership, Ninestrong Athletics has successfully raised funding for equipment, travel, and opportunities that help young athletes compete at higher levels while building confidence and character.
Before founding Ninestrong Athletics, He also spent more than a decade with the Philadelphia Department of Recreation coordinating basketball camps, leagues, practices, and youth programs that positively impacted players and families throughout the community.
Jesse holds NCAA Coaches Basketball Certification and a USA Basketball Gold License. His lifelong mission is to use basketball as a vehicle to mentor, inspire, and develop the next generation of student-athletes and leaders.