Axis Development

People

Meet The Mentors

Every pillar is built and taught by a mix of pro players, D1 players, and national team players - so the curriculum reflects how the game is actually played at the next level, not just one perspective.

Lead Mentors

Own masterclasses, curriculum quality control, and high-level athlete direction.

Tate Christiansen

SFU Red Leafs Guard

Handsworth Secondary School, North Vancouver
6'4" guard for SFU Red Leafs, redshirt junior
Started all 28 games in 2024-25 - 229 points, 107 rebounds, 37 steals
Represented Canada at the FIBA U23 3x3 Nations League 2025

Matthys Van Bylandt

Lead Mentor

Handsworth Secondary School, North Vancouver
Scholarship to Simon Fraser University
3-year captain of SFU men's basketball program
Known for versatility, athleticism, and leadership

Development Mentors

Weekly execution support and the mentors available for 1-on-1 premium calls. Roster is growing - more names added as they're signed.

TBA

Mentor TBA

Professional Player (overseas pro)

Pro

Placeholder slot - professional overseas mentor joining soon
Will bring pro-level scouting reports on shooting mechanics and finishing packages
Focus: pro-style skill development and workout structure

TBA

Mentor TBA

NCAA Division I Guard

Placeholder slot - active D1 guard joining soon
Focus: ball handling, footwork, and college-level decision-making
Will run weekly Axis IQ film breakdowns

TBA

Mentor TBA

Canadian National Team Program

National Team

Placeholder slot - national team program alum joining soon
Focus: competitive mindset, high-pressure performance, and recruiting standards
Will lead Axis Mind and Axis Recruiting modules

Mentor Standards

Screened for technical knowledge and communication quality
Aligned with athlete-first values and professionalism
Trained in accountability and compliance expectations
Measured on consistency and family trust