Coach Busateri has been around the game his entire life, playing, refereeing, and coaching at various levels. He's played against multiple NBA players and champions. He's joining Zumwalt East from Wright City's basketball program. He's a proud alum of Holt High School and the University of Missouri - St. Louis.
Favorite Sport Memory: Seeing a team full of players with different personalities but the same mentality, joining together to achieve a goal. Seeing the players give 100% effort, diving after loose balls, and being there for each other.
Coaching Philosophy in One Sentence: Strive for Excellence.
Favorite Quote/Motto: Good enough is the enemy of humanity.
Favorite Team/Athlete: Green Bay Packers
Hobbies outside of Coaching: Spending time with family, watching basketball, and playing basketball.
I enjoy watching players grow and develop into the best versions of themselves, both on and off the court. I’m also highly competitive and love the challenge of preparing a team to win.
What excites him the most about joining the Lion Pride? Being in the gym, teaching, competing, and helping our players reach their full potential while building a program that everyone can be proud of.