Who We Are
When you're looking for a sports team for your child, we know you have plenty of choices. What you're really looking for is a growth experience. It's important to understand your child's end goal, and to develop their ultimate potential both on and off the court. Whether you're grooming a collegiate athlete, or your child just has a passion for basketball, you've come to the right place. We teach the fundamentals of the game with passion and precision. Our goal is to make your child the best ball player he can be.
Dream Elite is a 501c3 Non Profit Organization EIN # 81-0901125
Our Staff
Joey Brandenburg
Club Founder, President and 17U Boy's Coach
Coach Brandenburg knows basketball, and the kids respond to his positive approach. As Club Founder, Coach Brandenburg makes sure that coaches are engaged, teaching fundamentals, instilling life lessons and making sure that the players are creating life long memories. Coach Joey has certifications from NPTA: National Personal Training Association. He holds Masters in Personal Training, Youth Fitness Training and Nutrition. To contact Coach Brandenburg: 865-607-4536
David Dawson
9th/15U Boy's Coach
Coach Dawson is a "graduate" of Dream Elite. He has a knowledge of the organization from a player's perspective and a desire to make young players better.
DeShaud Johnson
8th Grade VOLT TEAM NYBL
A former high school stand out player at Tennessee High School, who holds current records for steals and assists and was one of the top 25 players in the state in 2006. Coach DJ played college ball at King University and then transferred to East TN State University. He played in the NCAA tournament against greats like John Wall, Demarcus Cousins, and Dejuan Blair. After college, he played Professional Basketball overseas for both Israel and Iceland. "I've been around the game long enough, it's time to give back to the community and supply the youth with the same opportunities I've had and more" here
Tony Scott
8th/14U Boy's Coach
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7th/13U Boy's Coach
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6th/12U Boy's Coach
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5th/11U Boy's Coach
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Joey Brandenburg
4th/10U Boy's Coach
Assisted by Lee Turprin
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Brad Richardson
3rd/9U Boy's Coach
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De'Shaud Johnson
17U Girl's Coach
A former high school stand out player at Tennessee High School, who holds current records for steals and assists and was one of the top 25 players in the state in 2006. Coach DJ played college ball at King University and then transferred to East TN State University. He played in the NCAA tournament against greats like John Wall, Demarcus Cousins, and Dejuan Blair. After college, he played Professional Basketball overseas for both Israel and Iceland. "I've been around the game long enough, it's time to give back to the community and supply the youth with the same opportunities I've had and more"
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10th/16U Girl's Coach
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Tina Burleigh
9th/15U Girl's Coach
Coach Burleigh played High School ball at Seymour High School and college ball at Maryville College. She was a 5 year starter and holds several records at both schools. She has the records for assists, steals and 3 point shooting. Tina is obviously well rounded both offensively and defensively. She has a passion for sports (as she is also a soccer standout) and a love for kids.
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8th/14U Girl's Coach
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7th/13U Girl's Coach
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6th/12U Girl's Coach
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5th/11U Girl's Coach
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4th/10U Girl's Coach
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3rd/9U Girl's Coach
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Confidence
on the Court
We Believe in FUNdamentals
Playing as
a Team
Offense
& Defense
Fun on
the Road