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The Team

MEET YOUR
COACHES

The Staples-Santos family brings a unique father-son partnership built on decades of experience in sports, mentorship, and strategic development.

Tyrell Staples-Santos

Tyrell Staples-Santos

Head Coach — Athletic IQ & Mental IQ

Tyrell is the driving force behind CSG's training methodology. With a background in competitive basketball and chess, he developed the dual-discipline approach that defines CSG. Tyrell specializes in working with athletes of all ages, blending on-court skill development with the strategic mindset of chess to build complete, intelligent athletes.

Founder of CSG's signature training system
Specializes in youth & teen athlete development
Competitive chess player and basketball coach
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Ty Staples-Santos

Ty Staples-Santos

Co-Founder & Mentorship Coach

Ty brings decades of experience in sports development and life mentorship. As co-founder of CSG, Ty plays a pivotal role in instilling values of discipline, perseverance, and community in every athlete. His approach goes beyond the game — he develops the whole person.

Decades of mentorship and coaching experience
Father-son partnership at the core of CSG
Focus on character, discipline, and growth
MentorshipCharacter DevelopmentAthletic Mindset

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