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Coach's story

Wayne “Coach Mendo” Mendezona’s journey is one of resilience, redemption, leadership, and purpose.
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After overcoming significant adversity early in life, Coach Mendo discovered a renewed direction through faith, mentorship, and basketball. What once seemed like setbacks became the foundation for a life dedicated to helping others maximize their potential on and off the court.


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A former professional basketball player and longtime coach, Coach Mendo has spent decades mentoring athletes, developing leaders, and creating opportunities through basketball training, scholarships, camps, and community outreach.
As a coach, mentor, husband, and father, he is passionate about helping young people build confidence, discipline, character, leadership, and faith while creating a positive impact within families and communities.
Through Next Step Athletics, Coach Mendo’s mission is to empower the next generation to rise above adversity, pursue excellence, and discover purpose through sports, mentorship, and personal development.
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