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Coach Hoober is entering his 7th season with 5 Star Basketball and was just recently named the new Director of Basketball Operations. In his time with the program, Coach Hoober has served in numerous roles, most recently as the Director of Coaches & Culture.
Coach Hoober has over 25 years of coaching and athletic administration experience, both at the high school and collegiate levels. He has successfully developed and managed local youth programs, and is very excited for the increased programming 5star Basketball will now be able to offer in the spacious, newly constructed Mishawaka Fieldhouse!
Please feel free to contact Coach Hoober with questions at any time!
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Coach Brae has been a coach and Assistant Director of Basketball Operations for 5 Star Basketball for the more than 5 years. Before 5 Star, Coach Brae was head JV coach and Varsity Assistant at Bethany Christian for two seasons.
After stepping down from Bethany because of the birth of he and his wife's first child, Coach Brae was able to stay involved with basketball through 5 Star Basketball.
He is a high school coach at heart and teaches the traits necessary to both win and be a great player at the varsity level.
Please contact Coach Brae with any questions you may have!
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Coach Hardin is entering his 12th season as a skill development trainer and coach with the 5star Basketball program. Throughout his time in this role, Coach Hardin has become known in basketball circles as one of the premier trainers in the midwest.
As a player, Coach Hardin was the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) GATORADE NATIONAL PLAYER OF THE YEAR and had a 14 year professional basketball career playing both stateside and overseas. Coach Hardin could not be more excited to begin his training programs for all ages in 5star basketball's new home at the Mishawaka Fieldhouse!
Please contact 5star Basketball Director Brent Hoober to inquire about individual or group training options with Coach Hardin today!
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Coach Porter begins his first season at 5 Star Basketball, bringing 19 years of experience as a college women’s head coach before retiring at Bethel University in 2022.
Known for his up-tempo philosophy, Coach Porter’s teams led the nation in scoring 11 times between 2004 and 2017. Defensively, his 2011 squad set the college basketball record for steals in a season, forcing an average of 36 turnovers per game. Coach Porter helped 35 of his players develop into all-conference performers, with six earning NAIA all-American honors. Beginning his career working with younger players as a middle school and high school assistant, he also served for seven seasons as a high school varsity head coach.
Coach Porter is excited to be a part of 5-Star Basketball’s character-based approach, and is committed to helping instill players with the growth mindset and love for the game that he believes are keys to competing at the next level!
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Coach Mike Janikowski comes to 5 Star Basketball with over 15 years of experience coaching, including 8 at the college level. Including, most recently, Grand Rapids Community College, Kuyper College, Oakland City University (Indiana), Muskegon Community College (Michigan), and Roosevelt University (Illinois) Mike has also worked with the Indiana Pacers coaching youth camps as well as AAU gyms all over the state.
His passion and energy can be seen on the sidelines, but developing talent and seeing young people grow is his absolute favorite! Coach Janikowski- He has coached 4 collegiate All-Americans, Broken School records for Wins in a single season at Kuyper College, and recently placed 2nd at the UAA The Finale in Hamilton Ohio, and 4th at the Run for the Roses in Louisville Kentucky both with his 5 Star 2026 team. Coach Janikowski resides in Grand Rapids Michigan and is currently the Recruiting Coordinator and Assistant Coach at Grand Rapids Community College.
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Nolin Sharick is a former Fairfield High School graduate where he was a two time NECC All Conference basketball player. Nolin then went on to be a multi-sport student-athlete at Bethel University, where he competed in both basketball and track and field. Upon graduating from Bethel, he began individual and small group basketball training in the Elkhart County area, and is now extremely excited to continue his passion of training and coaching with 5star Basketball!
Nolin's experiences as a collegiate athlete deepened his passion for discipline, personal growth, and building a supportive team culture. Through his journey, Nolin has come to value faith as the foundation of his life, guiding him in both his work and relationships.
Grounded in his belief that greatness is a choice made daily, Nolin seeks to help young athletes unlock their potential and grow in character, both on and off the court.
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Carl Steen III is a Certified Personal Trainer and Sport Performance Specialist who always puts God first! He has been training for over 7 years and loves helping athletes reach the results they desire.
Carl Specializes in Vertical Jump training, and works in strength building, weight loss, basketball training, injury prevention, and speed & agility.
Carl is an Ordained Elder at Saints Memorial Church of God in Christ and a Family man with 3 kids and a beautiful wife, Octavia Steen. Carl is dedicated to helping athletes get better!
Certifications:
-National Federation of Personal Trainers
-Exos Sports Performance Specialist
-CPR and AED Certified
Our coaches have over 50 years of combined experience
We only grow when we are challenged. We play against the best so we can be the best
Our teams work together to ensure every player makes it to the court. Need a ride? We have you covered
Our coaches are here to help each player grow. Your concerns will never go unheard
5 Star Basketball is focused on improving each player's skill set that will make them the best high school basketball player possible. Every kid wants to play college basketball but it starts with being a great high school player and teammate. One of the most common questions we get from college coaches when they ask about a player is “what kind of teammate is this player?”. Everyone on our coaching staff is a high school coach at heart. We understand what it takes to be a great varsity basketball player and what it takes to win at the varsity level. We train players and prepare them with that mindset. Once a player is a legitimate candidate to play at the next level, we take great pride in the relationships we have built with college coaches and work hand in hand with our players through the process. We share film, stats, and more. We do whatever it takes to get college opportunities for our players. 5 Star Basketball has produced dozens of college scholarship players, 2 players ranked number one in the state for 3-point field goal percentage, All-State, All-Conference, and All-Area selections with multiple players leading Elkhart County in scoring. Additionally, 5 Star Basketball athletes have been chosen for the prestigious McDonald’s All-Star game hosted by Bethel University. Will you be the next one?
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