Founder & Director

Bassim Khalaf (Coach Bass), a Bay Area native, is the founder of Bay Area Impact Basketball. His passion for the game started at a young age, playing in middle school, competing in AAU, and later earning a varsity spot at Capuchino High School.

A graduate of San Francisco State University with a Bachelor’s in Business, Bass began his coaching career at Mills High School in 2020. Since then, he led his Junior Varsity team to a Peninsula Athletic League title in 2024 with an undefeated record. Coach Bass has coached over 400 games in high school and AAU basketball, going to and winning championships in some of the countries biggest AAU tournaments. He has also trained players from as young as 7 years old all the way through to the college level, with some going on to play professionally. He runs basketball skill development camps/clinics and mentors new coaches, sharing his passion and expertise. Bassim’s ability to connect with players and understand each individual’s strengths and needs has made it a unique experience for everyone who has played for him. 

Coach Bass’ mission is to show athletes and coaches that with hard work, commitment, and a willingness to learn, anything is possible—both on and off the court.

Coach

Coach Mitri, a Bay Area native with a lifelong passion for sports, loves the art of basketball. He is currently the Varsity Girls’ assistant coach at his alma mater, Capuchino, and a P.E. Teacher/ Summer Camp Site Coordinator through Legarza Sports. He also has a long history of working in youth sports as a basketball, soccer, and flag football coach/referee through the San Bruno Recreation Center. Mitri's favorite memories and closest friends were made through sports. His biggest role models were all the coaches he had growing up, so he strives to IMPACT the next generations' lives in the same positive way.

Coach

Coach Lucas is a proud Bay Area native and his connection to basketball began at the age of five, when he first began playing recreationally. Over time, this passion evolved into a competitive career, as he played for both Capuchino high school’s varsity team and in AAU basketball. Starting as a freshman on the varsity team ignited a deep love for the game, one that has only grown stronger throughout the years.

After high school, Lucas’s relationship with basketball continued to deepen, particularly through an interest in the mental side of sports. This led him to pursuing a Master's in Sport and Performance Psychology, at Dominican University of California, where he focuses on helping athletes explore the deeper motivations behind their passion for the game and how to enhance their mental performance. He hopes to graduate in the Spring of 2025. 

In addition to his academic pursuits, Lucas has been coaching AAU and high school basketball for the past two years. Through coaching, he has been able to pass on his knowledge and experience to the next generation of players while further enhancing his own understanding of the game.

Coach

Coach Jarrod grew up in San Bruno, where he started playing basketball at the local rec center before playing at Capuchino High School. After high school, Coach Jarrod went on to earn a degree in Exercise Physiology at Chico State, laying the foundation for a future in physical therapy and personal training. 

Coach Jarrod brings 4 years of coaching experience at the high school level as an assistant coach at MIlls High School, as well as 2 years of coaching AAU basketball.  Throughout his coaching journey, he has focused on the fundamentals, teamwork, and work ethic. Coach Jarrod is committed to helping players excel on and off the court

Through basketball, Coach Jarrod has grown as an individual and formed lifelong connections. He hopes to offer the same experience by creating an environment where players can grow, develop, and form relationships that will stay with them long after basketball.

Coach

Coach Brandon started playing AAU basketball in 3rd grade, playing for many different top programs across the Bay Area and knows what it’s like to compete at the highest level. Along his basketball journey, Brandon has encountered many coaches and uses his past experiences to become the best coach he can be for his players. Growing up as a point guard, Coach Brandon developed leadership skills on the court, knowing how to bring energy to his team and pick players up when they’re down. His basketball knowledge allows him to adapt to every players play style, and find a role for each of his players on the team. Going into his 2nd year of coaching, Coach Brandon has already seen a substantial amount of growth in all of his kids, as basketball players and as individuals. Seeing this development is what sparked his passion for coaching basketball and is excited to continue to make an impact on more players moving forward.