About | Dftp Elite

Don't Forget to Play Elite

Meet Our Founders

DFTP Elite was founded on a deep love for basketball and a commitment to developing Milwaukee’s next generation of athletes. Established by professional player David Thompson and co-founder Steffan Brown, our organization provides young talent with the training, mentorship, and competitive opportunities to excel.

Through a focus on skill, discipline, and exposure, we prepare players for every level — from youth basketball to college and beyond — ensuring they have the tools to succeed both on and off the court.

Our Team

David Thompson

Founder and Head Coach

Coaching Style

Stephan Brown

Coaching Style

C0-Founder and Head Coach

Mission and Values

Building Champions On and Off the Court

At DFTP Elite, our mission goes beyond basketball. We’re here to build athletes who lead with discipline, confidence, and respect — on the court and in life.

Through elite training, mentorship, and competition, we equip every player with the mindset and tools to chase excellence, push limits, and inspire others along the way.

Coachability

Hardwork

Respect

We embrace feedback, stay open to growth, and always show up ready to learn. Being coachable isn’t just about listening — it’s about applying, improving, and staying humble through every challenge.

We respect the game, our teammates, coaches, and ourselves. From how we train to how we carry ourselves, respect is the foundation of our team culture.

We give 100% — every practice, every game, every moment. True greatness comes from showing up consistently and pushing past limits, even when no one’s watching.

Our Team

Meet Our Coaches

Dedicated professionals, coaches, and mentors committed to guiding athletes toward success on and off the court. Check out their coaching styles on our instagram!