Washington Ave. Armory

COACHING STAFF

Meet our Team

I am very excited about the 2024 season for many reasons. This year’s team is special; probably one of the best squads I have ever coached. This is the first time in decades that we have retained our core players. This is our year.

Derrick Rowland

A team of basketball experts

A powerful combination for the 2024 season

With the incredible combination of playing and coaching experience, the Patroons coaching staff brings decades of history to our playing culture. 

Derrick Rowland

Head Coach

Derrick Rowland’s long history with the team began 40 years ago, dating back to the 1982 inception of the franchise as a rookie practice player. He quickly became a key contributor on the court …

Michael Shewmaker

Assistant Coach

Michael Shewmaker is currently the Head Coach for men’s basketball at Bryant & Stratton College of Albany, New York. Hired to lead the BSC program in July of 2021, Coach Shewmaker is currently in his second season at the helm.

NBA Experience

Our coaching staff bring direct NBA experience to their coaching methods.

Player Relationships

We want our players to have a memorable experience through deep relationships and player bonding.

Championships

Our coaches have deep experience in coaching multiple Championship teams.

Training & Development

Our training programs are world-class … 

Professional Development

We develop our players for the next level … whether it is the NBA G-League or playing on the international stage.

Minor League Mecca

Players get to play in Albany’s historic Armory, dubbed “The Minor League Mecca”

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