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The definitive pathway for African basketball talent

A5 is a Los Angeles-based elite prep program built for the top young athletes from across Africa. Every part of it is designed to develop the whole athlete and tell their story to the world.

Adrenale Sports is built on the belief that talent knows no boundaries. Beyond performance, we emphasise leadership, discipline and academic success. We don't just build athletes, we build leaders.

Our mission

Turn African talent into global superstars, while capturing the full economic value they create along the way.

The problem, solved

An untapped market inefficiency

Africa is the fastest-growing basketball talent pool on the planet, yet the system consistently fails its players. Each pairing below shows how A5 answers that gap.

The problem01

Under-Scouted

Fewer than 10% of top African prospects receive exposure comparable to their U.S. or European counterparts. Elite talent remains invisible to college recruiters and pro scouts.

The A5 answer01

World-Class Development

Elite coaching, rigorous academics and life-skills programming. Competition against the best programs globally, designed to develop the whole athlete.

The problem02

No Direct Pathway

Without a structured development system, talented players languish in underfunded local leagues or fall through the cracks entirely, never reaching their professional ceiling.

The A5 answer02

Integrated Media Studio

Daily player stories, live game broadcasts and recruitment-journey documentaries. Every athlete becomes a content brand from day one.

The problem03

Lost Economic Value

Africa produces world-class talent, yet captures none of the economic upside. Sponsorship, media licensing and brand revenue go uncaptured every year.

The A5 answer03

NIL & Placement Support

A proprietary NIL engine with guaranteed minimum earnings, plus direct college placement and scholarship support for every enrolled player.

Why now

The window is open

The NIL era, the explosion of African basketball talent and the global appetite for authentic youth-sports content have converged at exactly the right moment.

0+African NBA players today, expected to double this decade

0+African Basketball Federation partnerships secured

0+Grassroots events and showcases covered every year

4 : 1Student-to-teacher ratio with individualized planning

The player

What every A5 athlete receives

Guaranteed NIL

Every enrolled athlete earns a guaranteed minimum annually, a structural first in prep sports.

Scholarship Guarantee

Direct college placement support, with scholarship guarantees for every enrolled player.

Health & Disability Insurance

First-of-its-kind coverage for prep athletes, protecting players and their families through every stage.

Equity in the Platform

Players hold a stake in the platform that monetizes them, genuine alignment between athlete success and the program's growth.

Governmental partnerships

Governmental Partnerships

Formal relationships with sports federations, ministries, and government bodies, expanding opportunity and aligning programs with national development strategies.

Active MoUs

Signed Memorandums of Understanding with Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, Kenya, and Tanzania, covering all U-19 sports.

Federation Access

Working alongside national basketball and sports federations to identify and develop top young talent through formal, sanctioned pipelines.

Ministry Engagement

Partnerships with ministries of sport, education, and youth, co-designing programs that fit each country's national priorities.

Pathway Programs

State-supported pathways from grassroots leagues to international training environments and collegiate placement abroad.

Leadership

Built by the people who lived it

Three co-founders and an advisory board who have lived recruitment, the pros and everything after. Hover or tap a person to read more.

Our Advisory Board

Anne CorryAdvisory Board
Anne Corry is the Executive Director of the NBA Players Legacy Fund. The Fund makes cash grants to eligible former NBA and ABA players who are experiencing financial difficulties, suffering from major medical issues, seeking new career opportunities, completing an undergraduate or graduate degree, enrolling in a vocational or certificate program, or entering residential treatment for drug or alcohol addiction. The Fund also helps the families of deceased players cover funeral and memorial expenses. In addition to cash grants, the Fund provides grantees with financial counseling and career planning.
Oliver WolfsonA5 Founder / Board President
Oliver Wolfson has been categorized as one of Entertainment Manager's rising stars. Oliver, aka "WOLF," has been one of the youngest fast-rising managers in the entertainment world. He represents clients such as Kalvin Love (Snoop Dogg's son), A-list content creators, and international brands, just to name a few. Oliver helps oversee a $50M portfolio that deals with private sector investments in the space of entertainment.
Nick McGinnisA5 Exchange Founder
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Nicholas McGinnis grew up immersed in two worlds: athletics and street art. That duality, discipline and imagination, would go on to define his career. Nicholas began his creative journey interning at Obey Giant, working under renowned artists Phillip Lumbang and Shepard Fairey, and receiving early mentorship from the legendary Mark Bradford. He soon joined Studio Number One as an Art Director, where he helped launch high-impact brand campaigns and boosted design workflow efficiency. Pursuing his curiosity for technology and design, Nicholas enrolled in the Academy of Art University in San Francisco to study New Media and Computer Science. But real-world opportunity came calling, and he left in his third year to jump headfirst into the creative industry. That leap led him to Cutwater SF, where he contributed to campaign art direction for brands like American Giant, Hoka, and Ariat, driving market execution and visual storytelling that resonated with consumers. Nicholas's ability to merge aesthetics with strategic thinking opened doors into tech. He joined Alibaba's 11 Main as a Visual Designer and quickly rose to Head of User Experience Design, leading UX for iOS and Android applications. His design leadership played a key role in the platform's improved engagement and successful exit. He later brought his user-first approach to brands and platforms such as Uproxx, CBS Interactive, Swagbucks, Saatchi & Saatchi, and Second Spectrum. At Second Spectrum, Nicholas scoped the UX for Clippers CourtVision, designing immersive fan experiences using real-time data, AR, and machine learning to redefine how basketball is watched and understood. As a syndicate partner at VNTR Texas, Nicholas now actively invests in emerging tech ventures while continuing to mentor and collaborate with platforms like Geekdom, Launch SA, and the San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology. He works at the crossroads of culture and innovation, bringing his expertise to founders, communities, and the future of accessible technology.
Francis TitusA5 Founder
Francis Titus is a strategic operator and global sports development leader with a proven track record across U.S. federal and state government, government contracting, and international basketball ecosystems, particularly within Africa's rapidly growing sports market. With years of experience navigating complex public-sector environments, Francis has successfully overseen multi-million-dollar budgets, directing funding into community-based sports programs that deliver measurable social and economic impact. Through a deep and trusted international network, Francis has contributed to and partnered on initiatives alongside leading global institutions including the United Nations, FIBA, and the Basketball Africa League (BAL). His work sits at the intersection of sport, development, and international business, giving him a unique ability to structure programs that align commercial viability with global impact. Francis is now leading a first-of-its-kind venture: the development of the world's premier preparatory FIBA U19 basketball program based in the United States. This platform is designed to create a direct pipeline of elite, internationally eligible talent while integrating professional-level training, education, and global exposure. Positioned at the convergence of youth development, international competition, and the expanding global basketball economy, the initiative represents a scalable and high-growth opportunity within the sports industry. With deep expertise in the business of basketball, institutional partnerships, and cross-border operations, Francis Titus brings a rare combination of vision, execution capability, and global access to consistently high-performance programs and investment-worthy platforms wherever he operates.
Stefani GoldmanAdvisory Board
Dr. Stefani Goldman is the founder and principal of her own business. She is aligned with a team of entrepreneurs backed by a billion-dollar platform, making a difference in the lives of clients and agents through wealth, business and investment strategies, a diverse product portfolio of over 200 providers, a free financial needs analysis and ongoing financial literacy. Stefani Goldman holds degrees in Economics and Finance and a Doctorate of Law from the University of Southern California, and 4 professional licenses. She has served hundreds of clients over her 30-year career. She started on her own at 16 after losing her father and was the first person in her family to graduate college. After putting herself through college and law school, Stefani started a career in real estate and purchased the first of multiple investments and properties at 26. In 1997, KB Home was the first Fortune 500 company to hire her, where she established her career, closed over $100M in investments and built over 500 homes. She later became a full-time entrepreneur, founding a successful female-minority-owned construction business and a financial services firm. Stefani and her team have made it their mission to provide the necessary financial tools to everyone who wants financial success.
Emmanuel GebruAdvisory Board
Dr. Amanuel Gebru, President of Los Angeles City College, brings a unique perspective to higher education and a keen understanding of the needs of Los Angeles' diverse population. Having immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 8 and navigated college as a first-generation student, Dr. Gebru's personal experience mirrors that of many residents within the United States. He is a visionary who sees excellence in education as a pathway to economic and social mobility. His pioneering work in international education creates experiences for students and mentors to understand their role in the world. Dr. Gebru's tireless advocacy for underrepresented student populations, particularly African American males, has left an indelible mark on the community college system. Extending his dedication to equity beyond borders, he played an instrumental role in acquiring 10.3 acres of land to build and develop a Racial Trauma, Wellness, and Healing Center in Ghana. He also serves on the committee for the All-African Diaspora Summit, furthering connections and collaboration on a global scale.

Our Management Team

Kejhan GoryChief Executive Officer
Kejhan Gory is an accomplished entrepreneur, business executive, professionally trained chef, and community-focused leader serving as Chief Executive Officer of A5 Athletes. As CEO, Gory provides executive leadership for the organization's U19 Nigerian Men's National Prep Team initiative and its Southern California development platform, overseeing organizational strategy, operations, staff, financial oversight, and the academic, athletic, residential, and personal development needs of international student-athletes. In addition to his executive leadership, Gory is a professionally trained chef who graduated with honors from The Art Institute of California–Los Angeles. Known professionally as Chef Kilo, he combines his culinary education with a commitment to health and wellness to develop nutritional strategies supporting athletic performance and overall well-being, through Chef Kilo – Elite Athlete Nutrition. Gory's vision is to establish A5 Athletes as more than a basketball development organization: a comprehensive environment where talented young athletes receive the structure, mentorship, education, nutritional guidance, and personal support necessary to reach their full potential. "Our responsibility is bigger than basketball. We are developing young men, fueling their potential, creating opportunities, and building a foundation for success that will last a lifetime."
Jeff MaceyChief Operations Officer
With more than two decades of experience in property management and real estate, Jeff Macey brings a wealth of expertise and integrity to every client relationship. His extensive background managing high-value assets has given him a deep understanding of market trends, investment strategy, and the art of negotiation. Passionate about helping people build wealth and find their place in the world, Jeff goes beyond transactions, staying ahead of market shifts and emerging opportunities across the global markets to give Adrenale a competitive edge.
Nicole HardyChief Development / Strategic Partnerships Officer
Nicole Hardy is the Chief Development Officer & Strategic Partnerships at A5, with over 8 years' experience in sports management, administration and development. Nicole has extensive experience working with sporting national governing bodies and organizations across Africa and Europe to develop strategies and initiatives, and secure funding to increase participation in underserved demographics, particularly young girls and women. After completing a master's degree in Sport Management, Politics and International Development at Loughborough University, Nicole returned to her alma mater as a doctoral researcher in Sports Sociology.
Ed MofradChief Financial Officer (CPA | CVA | MBA)
Ed Mofrad is the president and founder of Mofrad Financial Solutions, a firm specializing in Tax, Investments, Business Valuation and Medicare. Prior to establishing the firm in 1996, Mr. Mofrad was a federal government agent with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and before that an Auditor with the Defense Contract Audit Agency. His private industry experience includes working as a Senior Consultant with Ernst & Young (Bangkok) and as a Security Analyst with Sun Hung Kai (Bangkok). From a family of pedagogues, Mr. Mofrad's teaching résumé includes instructing at Bangkok University and as an adjunct at his alma mater, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, where he earned his BS in Accountancy and his MBA with a concentration in Finance.
Chris SparksA5 General Manager
Chris Sparks is an accomplished basketball coach, player developer, and mentor with a 25-year track record of cultivating student-athletes across every level of the sport, from grassroots youth programs to Division I collegiate athletics and the NBA. His collegiate coaching career includes impactful tenure across NCAA Division I programs, including Brown University, Penn State University, and the University of Pennsylvania, where as Men's Head Assistant Coach he led an Ivy League Championship staff that reached the NCAA Tournament. As Senior Director of Development for the Boston Celtics from 2021 to 2025, he created a global curriculum that achieved 220% year-over-year participation growth and educated over 200 international coaches during clinics in the UAE alongside Head Coach Joe Mazzulla. He also co-founded Full Circle Athletics and directed New England's top-ranked Under Armour grassroots program. Over his career, Sparks has helped place more than 200 student athletes into college programs across Division I, II, III, and NESCAC levels, while mentoring notable NBA and professional players including Andre Drummond, Kris Dunn, Wenyen Gabriel, Maodo Lo, and Goodluck Okonobah.
Wildes & Weinberg, P.C.A5 Legal Counsel / Immigration
Wildes & Weinberg, P.C., perhaps the United States' premier law firm concentrating in the Immigration and Nationality field, grew out of the practice of Leon Wildes, Esq., a distinguished immigration practitioner in New York City, in 1960. With offices in New York, New Jersey, Miami, and by appointment only in Los Angeles and Tel Aviv, the firm represents individuals and American businesses navigating immigration matters, attracting clients from a broad range of nations and industries.

Africa Team

Paul OronsayeChief of Staff-A5 Africa
Paul Oronsaye serves as Chief of Staff/Coordinator of the A5 Programme in Nigeria, where he also takes on the role of Fitness and Conditioning Coach. He stepped into this position when the A5 Project launched in July 2025, helping members build strength, stamina, speed, and discipline. With over 20 years of experience as a fitness instructor, Paul has guided countless individuals through their fitness journeys, helping them overcome obesity and other physical health challenges. His coaching background also includes a stint as Fitness and Conditioning Coach for the Lagos Marines, one of Nigeria's pioneer American football teams. Alongside his fitness career, Paul is a qualified Geographer (GIS) and Real Estate Consultant. He has contributed to major geospatial projects, including the mapping and creation of a digital database for Lagos State, and has worked extensively in spatial analysis, site selection, and real estate consultancy. Paul is also a Special Marshall with the Federal Road Safety Corps, volunteering his time to help keep Nigerian roads safer.
Adebare AdejumoDirector of A5 Africa Operations
Adebare Adejumo is a youth and sports development advocate, mentor, and visionary leader driving the growth of American football across Africa. He currently serves as the League Commissioner of the Showtime Flag Football League, widely regarded as the foremost professional flag football league on the continent. A true pioneer of the sport in Nigeria, Adebare has been instrumental in shaping its evolution over the past decade, transitioning from player to coach, and now to a leading force in professional league administration. As Founder and Chairman, his mission is to transform sports into a powerful engine for youth development, opportunity, and global access, starting from Nigeria and scaling across Africa.
Fidelis UmoruDirector of Development/Head Coach A5 Africa
Fidelis Godwin Umoru is a grassroot basketball coach and trainer who has been active in the field since 2019. He is the founder of Panthers Basic Basketball Academy and I AM for Africa Foundation. A passionate and results-driven coach, Fidelis is committed to developing athletes both on and off the court, with a strong foundation in player development, leadership, and game strategy. His coaching philosophy emphasizes skill development, basketball IQ, physical conditioning, teamwork, accountability, and mental resilience. Beyond coaching, Fidelis is passionate about mentoring young athletes through education, character development, faith, and life skills, and continues to build opportunities for aspiring basketball players, creating pathways to higher levels of competition, educational scholarships, and professional careers.
Mustapha OyebanjiAssociate Coach-A5 Africa
Mustapha Oyebanji is a Nigerian basketball player and coach based in Lagos, Nigeria, with over a decade of experience in competitive basketball. Standing at 6'2", he is a versatile Shooting Guard/Point Guard who has played at the highest levels of Nigerian basketball, winning the Nigerian Premier Basketball League championship in 2021 and 2023 with Rivers Hoopers, and earning a bronze medal in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in 2024. As a coach, he is passionate about helping athletes improve their basketball IQ, fundamentals, discipline, and confidence on and off the court. His coaching philosophy centers on developing complete players through skill development, teamwork, accountability, and a strong competitive mindset.

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