Coaching Staff
Zack May
Program Director
Zack established Vice Elite in the spring of 2024, bringing over eight years of youth coaching experience to the program. He currently serves as a basketball and volleyball coach at St. Matthew’s Parish School.
Darian Vaziri
Head Coach
Darian is a dynamic coach who shares his love for basketball through impactful online content. He recently coached both the 6th and 7th grade teams at Paul Revere Middle School, leading the 6th grade team to a championship win. With more than eight years of experience at Pali Recreation Center, he has earned recognition as an All-Star coach.
Will Johnson
Director of Player Development
Will Johnson began his basketball career at Palisades Charter High School, where he earned All-City honors and was named Most Outstanding Player of the Western League. He went on to play at the University of Oregon, where he was part of teams that won three Pac-12 Championships and made two NCAA Sweet 16 appearances. After his playing career, Will transitioned into coaching and began working with youth basketball players in the summer of 2021.
Kian Elyashar
Coach
Kian currently serves as the head coach for both the girls’ JV and varsity basketball teams at Paul Revere Middle School. A former athlete, he played high school basketball at Palisades Charter High School.
