Shane Munyon
Shane is the Owner and General Manager of our facility and plays a key role in shaping the vision and culture of our program. He also serves on the board for the Mounds View Basketball Association and has coached within the Mounds View Middle School program, giving him strong ties to the local basketball community. Shane is passionate about developing people at every level. He strives not only to make athletes better on the court but also to help staff grow as leaders, coaches, and mentors. His commitment to excellence, development, and building a positive basketball culture continues to impact everyone who walks into the gym.
OUR COACHES
Jim Mitchell
As Assistant Manager at Shoot 360 Lino Lakes, Jim Mitchell is one of the driving forces behind the energy, efficiency, and player‑first culture inside the facility. Jim blends strong leadership with a genuine passion for basketball development, helping athletes get the most out of Shoot 360’s advanced training technology. Whether he’s supporting staff, guiding players through sessions, or keeping operations running at a high level, Jim is committed to creating a positive, professional environment where every athlete can improve and enjoy the game.
Sam Willis III
Sam played collegiate basketball at Mount Royal University in Calgary, Canada, before continuing his professional career in Mexico, Moldova, and Germany, where he earned 2 MVP awards. He has also served as a Minnesota Lynx Practice Development Player, competing alongside and helping prepare professional athletes at the highest level.
As the Head Coach, Sam is passionate about helping athletes build confidence, sharpen their skills, and reach their full potential. His experience playing professionally around the world allows him to teach the game from a unique perspective while emphasizing discipline, work ethic, and basketball IQ. After overcoming a career-threatening patellar tendon injury, he understands firsthand the resilience and commitment required to succeed.
Sam specializes in shooting, ball handling, footwork, finishing, basketball IQ, and overall player development. By combining his professional experience with Shoot 360’s cutting-edge technology, he creates an energetic, competitive environment where athletes are challenged to improve every day and develop a lifelong love for the game.
Lucas Sopcinski
Lucas is a dedicated coach who brings a passionate wealth of knowledge and energy to everything he does. He has coached within the Mounds View Basketball Association and currently for the Legacy Hoops Girls AAU program, where he is known for his commitment to developing athletes both on and off the court. As our Training Director, Lucas leads with enthusiasm, strong teaching ability, and a deep understanding of the game. Lucas also ran his own training company focused on skill development, confidence building, and helping players become the best version of themselves. His passion for the game and for mentoring young athletes is evident in every practice, training session, and interaction he has with players.
Chris McClay
Chris is a former professional basketball player and experienced coach dedicated to developing athletes through strong fundamentals, confidence, and disciplined training. After playing at the University of Maryland during his collegiate career, he went on to play professionally with the Milwaukee Bucks, in the NBA D-League, and overseas in France, Israel, Belgium, and Italy before transitioning into coaching and player development, including leading the high school program at Washington High School and training athletes at Sanford Power Basketball Academy.
Jacob Becher
Jacob is a collegiate basketball player at North Central University in his junior season. He was a key player on the 2025-26 team that won their first ever outright UMAC regular season championship. In addition to playing at the collegiate level, Jacob coaches AAU basketball with the MN Crossfire organization, where he helps develop players’ skills, understanding of the game, and love for basketball. He is passionate about helping young athletes improve while creating a fun and positive environment that encourages growth and confidence on the court.
Rachel Ranke
Rachel serves as an assistant coach for the Bethel University women's basketball team. She played three seasons at Kansas State, where she was named to the 2018 Big 12 All-Freshman Team and finished her career 40th in program history with 1,037 points, tying for sixth on K-State's all-time list with 230 made three-pointers. She transferred to Central Florida for her redshirt senior season, starting all 29 games and leading the team with 53 three-pointers made. She has also competed internationally, winning the USA Basketball 3X East Regional in 2019 and playing in the Red Bull 3X Nationals in 2021.
A 2017 Eastview High School graduate, Rachel was a Miss Basketball finalist, two-time All-USA Minnesota First Team selection, and McDonald's All-American nominee. She helped lead the Lightning to a 113–14 record over four seasons, including a 2014 state title, and was named St. Paul Pioneer Press East Metro Player of the Year in 2017.
Maria Sopcinski
Maria is a dedicated youth basketball coach with experience developing players from elementary through middle school in both AAU and traveling programs. Through her roles with Legacy Hoops Basketball Academy and the Mounds View Basketball Association, she focuses on building strong fundamentals, teamwork, and a positive, growth-focused environment that keeps young athletes engaged and excited to improve each season.
Scott Lauinger
Scott Lauinger brings decades of high-level basketball experience and award‑winning coaching leadership to Shoot 360 Lino Lakes. A standout forward at Gustavus Adolphus College, Scott graduated as one of the most accomplished players in program history—earning MIAC MVP honors, NABC All‑Region First Team recognition, and setting the Gustavus career field goal percentage record (62.8%). He finished his career with 1,490 points, ranking among the top scorers in school history, and led the program in blocked shots.
Scott is now in his fifth season as an assistant coach with Bethel University Women’s Basketball, where he contributes to player development, scouting, and on‑court instruction within one of the MIAC’s most competitive programs. His coaching background also includes years with Roseville Girls Basketball, where he was named Class 4A State Assistant Coach of the Year and Class 4A, Section 5 Coach of the Year in 2013.
A longtime educator in the Roseville Area School District, Scott brings a teacher’s clarity, patience, and communication style to every training session. His blend of collegiate excellence, coaching experience, and player‑focused instruction makes him a strong addition to the Shoot 360 development team.
Bernard Scott
Bernard Scott brings over six years of college coaching experience to Shoot 360 Lino Lakes, including roles at both the Division I and junior college levels. Most recently, he served as Assistant Coach and Director of Operations at the University of Arkansas–Little Rock, contributing to player development, scouting, film breakdown, recruiting coordination, and game preparation.
He previously coached at Pensacola State College, where he led individual skill work, supported practice planning, and helped develop two All‑Conference players who advanced to four‑year programs. Bernard’s background also includes work as Little Rock’s Basketball Video Coordinator, AAU coaching with Team Total Package, and youth development at Camp Modin.
Bernard is known for his detailed approach, strong communication, and ability to help athletes grow through structure, accountability, and skill-focused instruction.
Gedeon Musabyimana
Gedeon brings high-level collegiate experience and a strong background in youth player development to Shoot 360 Lino Lakes. He currently works on the Bethel University Women’s basketball staff, contributing to on-court instruction, scouting and program development. His coaching foundation is built through years of camp leadership with prestigious summer camps like Jonny Tauer’s Championship camps, along with coaching at the AAU level. Gedeon has also worked with the University of Minnesota Men’s Basketball program as a Student‑Manager, supporting daily operations, practice execution, and player development within a Big Ten environment.
A former three‑year varsity captain at St. Paul Central, Gedeon is known for his communication, adaptability, and ability to connect with athletes of all ages. He is pursuing his degree in Psychology with a sports management minor at the University of Minnesota. He brings energy, detail, and a player‑first mindset to every training session at Shoot 360.
Leo Alves
With over a decade of ministry and coaching experience, Leo has dedicated his career to mentoring and developing young people both on and off the court. He has served as a youth pastor in large and mid-sized churches in Minnesota and Florida, leading youth ministries. Alongside his ministry work, he has coached youth and middle school basketball programs and currently coaches within the girls high school program at Tartan High School, where he is passionate about helping athletes grow in skill, character, and confidence through the game. Leo’s passion for the game of basketball is infectious to anyone he comes in contact with.
Trey Smith
Coach Trey was a standout player at Osseo High School. As a senior, Trey was Osseo’s leading scorer and team captain, and he signed with UM-Duluth to continue his basketball career. After UM-D, he played at Kirkwood Community college as well as overseas. Trey is passionate about working with younger players to help build confidence, sharpen fundamentals, and elevate their game through high-level, detail oriented training. Trey specializes in shooting, ball handling, footwork, basketball IQ and offensive skill development.
Cole Van Beusekom
Coach Cole is passionate about developing athletes' skills, IQ, and competitive drive in a meaningful and positive way. Cole has coached basketball players at several levels. He has coached traveling basketball for Irondale and Mounds View Youth Associations, AAU with the Minnesota Heat, and high school basketball with New Life Academy and St. Croix Preparatory Academy. As a member of the New Life Academy coaching staff, he helped lead the team to back-to-back state tournament appearances in 2022 and 2023.
Maddie Schneider
Maddie just finished her career at Mounds View High School, where she helped her team to the Section Finals as a captain, while being named honorable mention All Conference. In the fall, she will be attending Bethel University to play for the Royal’s womens team and pursuing a nursing degree. Maddie is very passionate about the game of basketball and everything that it’s taught her, including how to be a leader, how to work well in a team, and how to be a positive and uplifting teammate! She is super excited to be one of the coaches at Shoot360 to help athletes improve their skills and grow their love of the game!
