Executive Committee

Meet Our Board of Directors

Our volunteer Board of Directors provides governance, strategic direction, and oversight for the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association. Together with our General Manager, Program Manager, Technical Director, coaches, officials, and volunteers, they help ensure NBBA continues to grow while delivering exceptional basketball experiences for our community.

Jee Leung

President

Fok-Jee Leung serves as President of the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association (NBBA). His involvement with the club began as a coach, where he worked with athletes from the recreational to competitive levels. As both a coach and the parent of three boys in the program, he brings a unique perspective and a deep commitment to ensuring every player and family has a positive experience. Professionally, Fok-Jee is the Executive Director of a Family Health Team in Ottawa, bringing extensive leadership experience in organizational strategy, governance, and team development. As President, he is focused on strengthening the club's governance, supporting coaches and volunteers, expanding opportunities for athletes, and building a sustainable organization that will continue to serve the community for years to come.

Cresdelle Zubrycki

Treasurer

Cresdelle Zubrycki serves as Treasurer for the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association (NBBA). A financial professional with over 20 years of experience, she oversees the organization’s financial health, compliance, and long-term fiscal strategy. Cresdelle is committed to ensuring transparency and strong financial stewardship to support NBBA’s goals. She has volunteered with the association for nine years, including four years as Team Manager for a girls’ competitive team.

Guled Aden

Director, Boys Competitive Basketball

With more than 25 years of coaching, leadership, and player development experience, Guled Aden provides the strategic vision for Nepean Blue Devils' Boys Competitive Basketball program. Guled is dedicated to building a culture of excellence by supporting long-term athlete development, mentoring coaches, and creating meaningful competitive opportunities for players at every stage of their journey. His leadership focuses on developing not only skilled basketball players, but also confident, disciplined young leaders, while strengthening the future of the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association.

Jaimee Kettles

Director, Girls Competitive Basketball

Jaimee Kettles serves as Vice President of Girls Competitive for the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association (NBBA). A proud NBBA alumna, Jaimee grew up playing within the Blue Devils program before returning as a coach and volunteer, giving back to the club that helped shape her basketball journey. She is passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where athletes can develop their skills, build confidence, and thrive both on and off the court. Jaimee is committed to strengthening the Girls Competitive Program by fostering connections across teams, supporting long-term athlete development, and expanding opportunities for female coaches and leaders within the sport. She is proud to help build a strong, inclusive basketball community for the next generation of Blue Devils.

Jason Pickering

Director, Boys House League Basketball

A dedicated volunteer, coach, husband, and father of four, [Name] has been an active member of the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association since 2018. After joining the club as an assistant coach, he moved into a leadership role on the Executive Board, serving as Vice President of Boys Development from 2019-2024 and helping strengthen the club's developmental programming.

With more than a decade of coaching experience, he has worked with athletes from U8 through high school and is passionate about creating positive experiences that help young athletes grow both on and off the court.

Tony Leon

Director, Girls House League Basketball

Tony Leon has been a dedicated member of the Ottawa basketball community for more than 20 years, beginning his coaching journey in 2004 as an assistant coach with NABA. For the past five years, he has served as Vice President of Girls Recreation with the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association (NBBA), helping to grow and strengthen the program while creating meaningful opportunities for girls of all skill levels to develop and enjoy the game. As a member of the NBBA Board of Directors, Tony is committed to enhancing the overall member experience through strong programming and continuous improvement. He is passionate about providing pathways for athletes to stay involved in the game beyond their playing years through coaching, refereeing, scorekeeping, and volunteer leadership, helping build the next generation of community leaders.

Alex Habbouche

Director, Youth Basketball

Alex Habbouche is the Director of Youth Basketball for the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Organization and has over 15 years of coaching experience. He is passionate about helping young athletes build strong basketball fundamentals while developing confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of sport.

Alex's coaching philosophy focuses on developing the whole athlete, emphasizing skill development, character, teamwork, and creating a strong sense of community and belonging.

Professionally, Alex is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with the Government of Canada and is the founder of Next Play Athletics, a girls-focused sports organization dedicated to empowering young female athletes on and off the court.

Manny Clersaint

Director, Basketball Strategy & Excellence

Emmanuel Clersaint serves as Director of Basketball Strategy and Excellence for the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association. His connection to the game spans decades, as a player, a referee, and a coach across multiple levels and programs. Professionally, Emmanuel works in organizational development and talent strategy, with a focus on building systems that help people and teams perform consistently. He brings that same thinking to NBBA. As Director, he is focused on establishing a clear basketball philosophy, building a player development pathway grounded in Long-Term Athlete Development principles, and setting coaching standards that hold across all programs, from house league to competitive.

JC Frechette

Director, Sponsorship & Partnerships

JC Frechette has been a dedicated leader and volunteer with the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association (NBBA) for more than a decade. A coach with the club since 2012, JC served as Vice President of Boys Competitive before serving as President from 2024-2026.

Now entering his fifth year on the NBBA Executive Board as Director of Sponsorships & Partnerships, JC remains focused on strengthening community relationships and supporting the continued growth of the club.

In addition to his leadership within NBBA, JC brings 19 years of experience as an OVBABO basketball official, bringing valuable perspective from both coaching and officiating.

Bob Zubrycki

Director, Volunteer Engagement & Community

Bob Zubrycki serves as Director of Volunteer Engagement & Community Stewardship for the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association (NBBA). A lifelong member of the club, Bob began playing with NBBA at the age of seven before returning years later as a coach, team manager, and dedicated volunteer. With a background in social work and a passion for community service, he is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for volunteers, athletes, and families. Now serving in his first year on the NBBA Board of Directors, Bob is focused on strengthening volunteer engagement, fostering community connections, and supporting the continued growth and success of the association.

PROGRAM STAFF:

Laura Bond

Laura

General Manager

Laura Bond serves as General Manager of the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association (NBBA), providing leadership in the organization's operations, strategic planning, communications, partnerships, and member experience. A Certified Ontario Teacher, former Algonquin College women's basketball coach, and recognized community leader, Laura brings more than 15 years of experience in sport management, athlete development, and community recreation. She is passionate about creating inclusive opportunities for young athletes, supporting coaches and volunteers, and building strong community partnerships. Laura is committed to strengthening club operations, expanding programming, and helping NBBA continue to grow as one of Ottawa's premier community basketball organizations.

Abdulkareem Osman

Program Coordinator

Abdulkareem Osman serves as Program Coordinator for the Nepean Blue Devils Basketball Association (NBBA), supporting all basketball operations, including program delivery, scheduling, registration, coach coordination, and day-to-day club operations. A dedicated basketball leader and former Vice President of Boys Recreation, Abdulkareem has played an integral role in the growth and success of NBBA's programming and member experience. He brings a collaborative approach to supporting coaches, athletes, and volunteers while helping ensure the club operates efficiently both on and off the court. Passionate about youth development and community basketball, Abdulkareem is committed to creating positive experiences for players and families while continuing to strengthen the future of the Blue Devils.

Executive Committee Code of Conduct

The Barrhaven Girls Basketball Association was incorporated in 2002 under the Canada Corporations Act and in 2010 became the Nepean Basketball Association, which was continued in 2014 by articles of continuance under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act (NFP Act).

The Executive Committee is the board of directors of the Association, and is answerable to the membership. NBBA directors are required by law to comply with the NFP Act and its regulations, and with the articles of continuance and NBBA by-laws that have been enacted under the NFP Act. Directors are required to exercise a level of care and diligence, and to act honestly, in good faith, and in the best interests of the Association, avoiding conflicts of interest.

Other conduct of the board that is required for effective governance includes

steering the NBBA towards its 5-year vision, and guiding strategic planning
being transparent, including communications to members and making information available
developing appropriate structures
maintaining fiscal responsibility
ensuring that an effective management team is in place
implementing assessment and control systems
planning for the succession and diversity of the board

The NBBA is expected to adhere to the OBA Conduct Policy for Member Clubs, and the Executive Committee is guided by the conduct that the OBA requires of its board of directors.