“Phil’s grit and determination has always driven him to be successful in his endeavors. He shows initiative by seeking out opportunities to grow and to improve as an individual. Through his professional basketball career and his willingness to serve as a mentor to former Drexel University Men’s Basketball student-athletes, he has a proven track record to lead others. he is able to engage, motivate, and persuade, while respecting the voice of others. He will be an asset to your organization”

Kathleen O’brien, Drexel University, Associate Athletic Director Student-Athletes Support Services

“I coached Phil twice, the first time during the 2012-2013 season where we reached the Finals with Virtus Roma. Phil has been an example on and off the court about how to adapt a winning mentality. Very coachable, very competitive in every practice to set the tone of the team in every positive way possible. Even off the court a natural leader able to transfer his mentality to teammates. Very good relationship also with coaching staff. The second time I coached him has been the 2016-2017 season in Brindisi. I suggested hardly to then Head Coach Sacchetti during the season to increase our leadership and experience in a pretty young group. Phil did perfectly his part. I respect him because his work ethic and winning mentality . I’m sure he will put the same energy in every new challenge he wants to face.”

Massimo Maffezzoli, Italian Assistant Coach

Frantz Massenat - Victoria Libertas Pesaro - Serie A Italy

Ike Iroegbu - International Pro

Walter De Raffaele - Head Coach Umana Reyer Vanezia - Serie A Italy

Nicoloa Alberani - Sports Director SIG Strasbourg - Pro A France

Telis Zournatsidis - Former GM Paok BC - Greece A1

“When I first came to Europe from the NBA I struggled a lot with the game adjustments, as well as the daily life of an international player. Phil immediately took me under his wing and gave me the tools to be successful. The genuine care he showed my development on and off the court made the transition more comfortable. Without the knowledge from Phil I’m not sure if I would be sitting here writing you as a 3x Italian League Champion. Phil has shown he is not only a great player, but a great mentor.”

Juylan Stone - Umana Reyer Venezia - Seria A Italy