Meet the Staff & Coaches
Art Miller
Boys 15 AAU Head Coach
Coach Miller is a basketball coach, trainer, and mentor with over 15 years of coaching experience, including time at both the high school and collegiate levels. He currently serves as the Freshman Basketball Coach at Scott High School and has helped guide student-athletes into college programs ranging from NCAA Division I to NJCAA Division III. Coach Miller has also gained professional experience working with the Osceola Magic, the NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic. In addition, he is a certified basketball official through IAABO Board #127, bringing a deep understanding of the game’s rules and structure. Known for his emphasis on fundamentals, teamwork, and perseverance, Coach Miller is passionate about helping young athletes reach their fullest potential both on and off the court.
"I’m excited to be part of Hopson Elite because it’s clear the program is committed to building more than just talented players—it’s focused on developing disciplined, high-character student-athletes who can compete at a high level. That kind of culture aligns perfectly with my coaching philosophy of teaching strong fundamentals, accountability, and preparation for the next level. I’m looking forward to bringing my experience in player development and mentorship to help athletes grow, compete, and represent the program with pride. 🏀🔥"
Marvin Conway
Boys 16 AAU Head Coach
Coach Marvin Conway brings a strong foundation in player development, discipline, and basketball fundamentals to Hopson Elite as the Head Coach of the 16U team. With experience coaching at both the high school and grassroots levels, Coach Conway has built a reputation for developing young athletes who compete with toughness, basketball IQ, and respect for the game.
His coaching journey includes valuable experience with The Family Basketball AAU Program, one of the Midwest’s most respected grassroots basketball organizations, where he helped develop emerging talent in a highly competitive environment. He also served as the JV Head Coach at Detroit Redford High School, focusing on building disciplined and fundamentally sound players prepared to compete at the varsity level.
Coach Conway later continued his coaching career as an Assistant Coach at Detroit Community High School, contributing to varsity player development and game strategy. He currently serves as the Freshman Head Coach at St. John’s Jesuit in Toledo, where he is helping shape the next generation of players through strong fundamentals, structure, and high expectations.
Known for blending Detroit-style toughness with a thoughtful, player-first approach, Coach Conway emphasizes hard work, accountability, and respect for the game. His coaching philosophy focuses on developing skilled, confident athletes who understand the importance of teamwork, preparation, and continuous improvement.
Tiffani Blackman
Girls 14 AAU Head Coach
Coach Tiffani Blackman brings more than 12 years of coaching experience and a deep passion for developing young athletes to the Hopson Elite program. She currently serves as the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Bowsher High School and will be leading the Hopson Elite 14U Girls Team for the 2025–2026 season. Her leadership and impact on the game have been widely recognized, earning her City League Coach of the Year honors in both 2024 and 2025, as well as Division III Coach of the Year in 2025.
Throughout her coaching career, Coach Blackman has made an impact at multiple levels of the game. She began her coaching journey as an Assistant Coach at Rogers High School (2014–2015), helping lead the program to three City League titles and a State Final Four appearance. She later served as an Assistant Coach at Owens Community College (2015–2018), where the Express earned two National Tournament appearances and conference championships. From 2020–2022, she was the Head Coach at Maumee Valley Country Day School, finishing second in the TAAC and raising the competitive standard of the program. In addition, she has spent many years mentoring and developing young athletes through the VIPERS AAU program.
A former collegiate athlete at both Seton Hall University and Lourdes University, Coach Blackman understands what it takes to compete at the next level. Known for her focus on fundamentals, discipline, and player development, she is passionate about helping student-athletes grow in confidence, character, and basketball IQ.
