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About Major Movez Media
Major Movez Media is a premier media and technology company focused on delivering comprehensive coverage and fostering connections within the world of youth, high school, and college sports. With a deep commitment to integrity and excellence, Major Movez Media provides trusted news, insightful analysis, and valuable data to fans, athletes, schools, and brands. Our platform bridges the gap between these communities, empowering athletes to make informed decisions and enabling schools and brands to optimize their resources and opportunities.At Major Movez Media, we leverage cutting-edge technology and strategic partnerships to engage audiences across the sports ecosystem. Based in the Mid-Atlantic, our rapidly growing team is composed of passionate professionals dedicated to elevating the sports experience for everyone involved.
Founded in 2020, Major Movez Media has quickly become a leading voice in the sports industry, with a team spread across 27 states, all sharing a common goal: to shape the future of sports media and technology.
Meet the Team
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Gary Bell
FOUNDER
The former All-American and professional basketball player. Began his career as the anchor to a TOP 5 National Recruiting class at University of Notre Dame but injuries and surgeries limited his abilities. The former administrator, special education teacher and high school coach is back in the game.
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Donnell Rhyne
President & COO
The 4X State Champion, most recently with Northside Christian Academy, has a proven and historic track record for winning championships and developing basketball players wholistically. One of the brightest minds in the game with a keen eye for talent and potential.
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Coverage Area 2023-2024
Midwest-Mid-Atlantic-Gulf Coast
Our coverage areas have expanded greatly because of networking and quality work plus habits. New York to Florida on the east coast and as far west as Colorado.
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Troy Garris, Jr.
Vice President and National Director
Troy brings a wealth of knowledge and passion about basketball. Currently he serves as the Director of the Gary Bell Basketball Academy Travel program and as the Head Coach at Hertford High School. Troy is a proven leader in the game sending multiple players to college at such a young age.
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Mareion Upchurch
National Scouting Director
Mareion Upchurch is a first-generation college graduate from Winston-Salem State University, where he earned a degree in Sports Management and Business Administration. With a strong passion for basketball and player development, Mareion has dedicated his career to coaching and mentoring young athletes.
He began his professional journey as an intern with Wake Forest University’s women’s basketball team, gaining valuable experience in collegiate sports. Following this, Mareion transitioned to coaching, serving as both an assistant and head coach for middle school and high school basketball teams in the Charlotte, NC area.
Over the past six years, Mareion has specialized in player development, skill development, and scouting. His commitment to excellence and growth in the sport has also led him to actively participate in travel basketball, where he continues to make a significant impact on the lives of young players.
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Cathy Cartusion
Sustainability Director
We are thrilled to have Cathy join our team with over a decade of experience in the consulting industry. She will be serving as an expert resource for journalists and other members of the news media about the latest developments in sustainability technology or practices within Major Movez Broadcasting and Recordings.
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Karen Henderson
National Director of Media Relations
Our new National Director of Media Relations is Mrs. Karen Henderson. Karen is a loving wife and mother ,the former business executive for over 20 years, is very passionate about empowering young women and men across the country. Her diverse skill set as an administrator brings an added dimension of depth and expertise to the #MMBR family.
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Benjamin Beardham aka "Big Ben"
#MMBR National Director of Football
Mr.Beardham grew up in the United Kingdom and is a former professional football player along with having a history of building great young talent.Since moving to the US he has coached several colleges players who are now professional.
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Renee Martin
WNBA Reporter and Consultant
Ms. Martin is the founder of Windy City Allstars, a travel program based in Chicago and former business executive and mortgage analyst. Her passion and enthusiasm are unmatched as she dedicates her time and energy to ensure every child has a life changing experience on or off the court.
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Mike Stokes
Senior Executive /Youth Programs Director
Mike is a Joliet football legend and All-Time leading rusher & lifelong friend & a trusted valuable resource as he founded Joliet Loyalty Travel Basketball Program. Mike will serve as the Director for youth programs on a national scale.
Major Mission
Our goal is to assemble the most distinguished and accomplished basketball minds across genders and geographical regions.
Mission Statement:
To be the premier source for high school sports coverage in Illinois, Virginia, and North Carolina, providing in-depth analysis, live event coverage, and compelling content that celebrates and promotes the achievements of young athletes.
Vision Statement:
To revolutionize high school sports media coverage by leveraging innovative technologies and a passionate team to bring unparalleled visibility to student-athletes, fostering a community of sports enthusiasts and supporting the development of future sports stars.
The Executive Staff 2024
Executive Summary
Company Overview: Major Movez Media is a sports media company dedicated to covering high school sports in Virginia and North Carolina. Our goal is to provide comprehensive coverage, including live event broadcasts, athlete interviews, game highlights, and detailed analysis. Our experienced team, led by CEO Gary Bell, is committed to delivering high-quality content that showcases the talents and achievements of high school athletes.
Currently covering North Carolina, Virginia, Illinois, and Beyond.
Contact #MMBR for more info.
#MMBR has quickly become the nation's preeminent source for basketball from grassroots to the NCAA. We are a next generation full service media company that offers a valued and highly respected opinion throughout the basketball horizon. Our newly designed website provides detailed information about players as well as programs from across the country. Major Movez Media also offers nationally/regional recognized exposure camps, developmental training programs. Youth/AAU tournaments, and high school showcases with the opportunity of playing in front of college coaches from every level. Major Movez Basketball Review is #MMBR
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More About our Founder: Gary Bell
Big East Tournament 1995.
Notre Dame vs Syracuse @Madison Square Garden
Joliet Township.
Let’s take a trip down memory lane.
Joliet Legend
Mr. Donald Newell was a lifelong Joliet resident and youth sports advocate.
Joliet Game Clips
During our time in Joliet we were 59-0 against Chicago Public School and surrounding area.