40+ years of training youth, combined

Coach Roman Hernandez brings a lifelong passion for basketball and more than a decade of player development experience to Marston Athletics. At Perth Amboy Vo-Tech, he served as team captain when his team won the GMC Gold Division and earned a spot in the Middlesex County All-Star Game. He went on to play professionally in the Dominican Republic and spent five years with the Harlem Wizards.

For more than 10 years, Coach Roman has trained high school and college players through Hoops America. His coaching experience includes the NJ Demons' seventh-grade boys and eighth-grade girls teams, along with work with Pass Tha Ball, Gurlz Got Game, Together Basketball, Dragon Army, NJ Raptors and North Star Academy.

Coach Roman has served as one of Marston Athletics' head coaches for five years, building on a much longer partnership with Coach Pete through clinics across New Jersey and the Marston Elite AAU program. He is also the founder of RH2, his own basketball brand, which is closely integrated into Marston Athletics' training, programs and events. In addition, he coaches with the newly launched Marston Select program, led by Coach Pete and his partners.

Whether helping athletes build their skills or encouraging their personal growth, Coach Roman's message remains the same: "Be the best you. In life and on the basketball court, always be the best version of yourself."

Coach Jahmal began his journey with Marston Athletics as a high school freshman as part of the Skills Enhancement sessions. As a junior, he officially joined the Marston Athletics staff and has spent more than 10 years supporting Coach Pete as a trainer, team manager, scout, facility manager, assistant coach and trip organizer.

Coach Jahmal has managed AAU teams and worked with athletes ranging from five-year-olds to college students, helping them develop through practices, drills and mentorship. A multi-sport athlete, Coach Jahmal played recreational, travel, varsity, AAU and college basketball. As a varsity team captain and leading assist provider for his SJV team, he developed a deep understanding of unselfish play, communication and leadership.

As a guard skills trainer, Coach Jahmal emphasizes fundamentals, basketball IQ, teamwork and hard work. He believes Marston Athletics challenges and encourages athletes of all skill levels to reach their potential, becoming more skilled, confident and complete players.

In 2026, he joined the newly launched Marston Select as a coach, working alongside Coach Pete and his partners to help athletes develop through team practices and competitive local games.

His motto: "Love the game. Always go 110%."

Coach Kenny has been playing basketball since the age of five. Growing up, he spent countless hours at local and state parks working on his ball handling and shooting, earning recognition from players and coaches for his talent. He played organized recreational basketball and participated in several AAU programs along the Jersey Shore.

At 17, Coach Kenny took his training to the next level with Hoops America, a program that included Thomas Flaherty (Seton Hall) and Nephtaly Cardona (University of Maine at Fort Kent). That experience helped him develop into a well-rounded player and laid the foundation for his passion for coaching.

Coach Kenny has worked alongside Coach Pete and Roman for almost five years. He specializes in teaching proper mechanics and building a strong foundation in shooting, ball handling, footwork, and defense.

Through his experience with Coach Pete, Kenny has learned how to communicate with and adapt to players of different ages and skill levels. He credits Pete's mentorship with helping him become a better coach, father, and leader. To Kenny, Pete is an excellent mentor and role model whose knowledge of the game and drive as a self-made leader and entrepreneur have an infectious influence on others.

Coach Kenny continues to train and pass down his knowledge and experience to the next generation, helping young athletes become better players and better individuals. His motto: "Hard work will always pay off!"

Coach Ziare Williams was born and raised near Matawan in Monmouth County, New Jersey. With encouragement from his mother and coaches, he grew up playing basketball, football and baseball, developing a strong appreciation for hard work, dedication and teamwork. He went on to graduate from Lycoming College in Pennsylvania, where he played varsity football.

For the past two years, Coach Ziare has brought his knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to Marston Athletics, creating a fun and supportive learning environment for athletes. He emphasizes consistency, attention to detail and daily effort, helping players build both their skills and their confidence.

Coach Ziare believes the lessons athletes learn on the court should also guide their actions off the court. Through his coaching, he encourages players to develop habits that support their growth in basketball and in life.

In 2026, he joined the newly launched Marston Select as a coach, working alongside Coach Pete and his partners.

His motto: "Hard work builds confidence. Focus on the little things to see the big picture."

Coach Yordelie Cabreja grew up in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, where basketball became an important part of his life at an early age. He played both prep and varsity basketball at The Patrick School and Roselle Catholic, where he graduated.

Yordelie joined the Marston basketball program at 15, beginning a connection that has now spanned 10 years. After growing up in the program as a player, he transitioned into coaching and is now entering his third year as a coach. He specializes in ball handling and shooting development, helping players build their skills and confidence on the court.

Throughout his time at Marston, Yordelie has learned that basketball is about much more than developing skills. It also teaches discipline, confidence, accountability, and character. He credits Coach Pete with having a tremendous impact on his life as both a coach and mentor. Over the years, Pete has become like family, and Yordelie is grateful for the lessons he continues to carry forward from him and the program.

As a coach, Yordelie believes in hard work, discipline, and giving your best effort every time you step onto the court. Above all, he strives to build confidence in every player he works with while helping them develop the work ethic and character to succeed in basketball and in life.