HQ STAFF
MEET THE LEADERS BEHIND OUR PROGRAM
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Marquell Fraser
Program Director | Head Coach | Trainer
Marquell Fraser is a distinguished basketball player, coach, and scholar from Hamilton, Ontario. Over the past three years, he has helped lead HQ Elite to major success, establishing a culture built around development, competition, and opportunity.
In just three years, Fraser has led HQ Elite to the Jr. EYBL Open Invitational Championship and the Uncle Drew League Championship.
Beyond the wins, Coach Fraser has helped send 14+ student-athletes to play basketball in the United States, creating valuable opportunities for athletes to gain exposure and continue their academic and athletic journeys at the next level.
Fraser’s athletic achievements are complemented by his academic background, with studies at Virginia Commonwealth University, Midland College, the University of Idaho, and the University of Detroit Mercy, where he is completing his Master’s degree in Finance and Economics.
Program Director | Head Coach | Trainer
Xzennis Brereton
Coach | Trainer
Xzennis Brereton is a talented basketball coach and trainer with a proven track record of developing athletes and building champions.
A former standout player, Xzennis earned honors at Oakwood Collegiate Institute and helped lead his team to multiple regional and AAA OFSAA championships in Grade 11.
His passion for the game has taken him around the world, where he competed professionally overseas and gained valuable experience at the highest level.
Today, Xzennis is dedicated to player development and content creation, using his knowledge and leadership to inspire the next generation of athletes.
He is currently working with the WNBA Toronto Tempo, bringing professional-level experience and insight into the HQ Elite environment. His experience at the professional level gives our athletes valuable exposure to the standards, preparation, discipline, and intensity required to compete at the highest levels of basketball.
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Veron Kalonji
Coach | Trainer
Veron Kalonji was Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, played locally at St. Jean de Brébeuf Secondary School, where he won a city championship in 2015.
He continued his playing career at Lamar Community College, competing at the JUCO level and earning his Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts, before playing at Northwestern Oklahoma State University and finishing his collegiate career at Lindsey Wilson University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business & Communication.
His experience playing at different levels across Canada and the United States gives him a unique perspective on player development and what it takes to help athletes reach the next level.
