Our story
Zander and Savion began working together in 2021. Their shared vision — to build something bigger than either of them — became Altair Athletics. Everything that made ZHoops special is still here: the energy, the competition, the culture. Now elevated with pro-level coaching, upgraded facilities, and a sharper daily structure built to develop complete athletes.
Zander and Savion's shared vision to build something bigger than either of them, became Altair Athletics.
Zander and Savion began working together in 2021. Their shared vision — to build something bigger than either of them — became Altair Athletics. Everything that made ZHoops special is still here: the energy, the competition, the culture. Now elevated with pro-level coaching, upgraded facilities, and a sharper daily structure built to develop complete athletes.
Zander and Savion's shared vision to build something bigger than either of them, became Altair Athletics.
Meet the Team
Meet the Team
Zander Colman
Coach
Zander founded ZHoops Camps seven years ago to create the camp he wished he had.
He played at Weston High School, competed for Emerson College, and played internationally at the University of Auckland for UOA-EXE, competing in semi-pro and 3x3
tournaments in New Zealand.
Favorite NBA player: Giannis Antetokounmpo
Favorite move: Two-hand dunk
Favorite artist: New Order
Email: zander@altairathletics.com
Zander founded ZHoops Camps seven years ago with one goal: create the kind of camp he wished he had growing up.
He played at Weston High School, went on to compete for Emerson College (NCAA Division III Tournament qualifier), and later played internationally at the University of Auckland for UOA-EXE, competing in semi-pro and 3x3 tournaments across New Zealand.
Beyond basketball, Zander is the co-founder of Crystal Lake Creatives, a production company making narrative, documentaries, commercials, and wedding films.
Savion Lewis
Coach
Coach
Savion, a New York native and professional basketball player, boasts accolades like Mr. New York Basketball, McDonald’s All-American Nominee, and MAAC all-conference honors at Quinnipiac University. He is also the university’s all-time assist leader and ranked second nationally in 2024-25. He just completed his first professional season in Europe for KK Leotar in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Known for his basketball IQ, poise, and mentorship, Savion has been part of Altair Athletics since 2021, providing elite instruction and genuine mentorship to every session.
Favorite NBA player: Chris Paul
Go to move: The Rondo Fake
Favorite artist: J Cole
savion@altairathletics.com
Savion, a New York native and professional basketball player, boasts accolades like Mr. New York Basketball, McDonald’s All-American Nominee, and MAAC all-conference honors at Quinnipiac University. He is also the university’s all-time assist leader and ranked second nationally in 2024-25. He just completed his first professional season in Europe for KK Leotar in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Known for his basketball IQ, poise, and mentorship, Savion has been part of Altair Athletics since 2021, providing elite instruction and genuine mentorship to every session.
Favorite NBA player: Chris Paul
Go to move: The Rondo Fake
Favorite artist: J Cole
savion@altairathletics.com
Hugo Anoh
Coach
Former Division I football athlete at Valparaiso University and player of the Year at Palisades Charter High School. Hugo is now a senior at Emerson College, studying Business & Entertainment, and a varsity basketball practice team player.
Hugo blends athletic discipline with operational leadership and has multiple summers of youth sports coaching experience across the Los Angeles area.
Favorite NBA player: Steph Curry
Favorite move: Euro Step Layup
Favorite artist: Dave
Email: Hugo@altairathletics.com
Former Division I football athlete at Valparaiso University and player of the Year at Palisades Charter High School. Hugo is now a senior at Emerson College, studying Business & Entertainment, and a varsity basketball practice team player.
Hugo blends athletic discipline with operational leadership and has multiple summers of youth sports coaching experience across the Los Angeles area.
Favorite NBA player: Steph Curry
Favorite move: Euro Step Layup
Favorite artist: Dave
Email: Hugo@altairathletics.com
Kapita Kalemba
Coach
Kapita has been a head counselor since 2021. He holds the record for most team championships at camp and is well-loved at camp for his calm demeanor, competitive fire, and humor.
Kapita was a two-year varsity player at Bunnell High School and a former AAU teammate of Zander.is a recent grad of UConn, getting to experience some of the best hoops in the world right here in Connecticut.
Favorite NBA player: Derrick Rose
Favorite move: Step back fade
Favorite artist: Lil Wayne
Email: Kapita@altairathletics.com
Kapita has been a head counselor since 2021. He holds the record for most team championships at camp and is well-loved at camp for his calm demeanor, competitive fire, and humor.
Kapita was a two-year varsity player at Bunnell High School and a former AAU teammate of Zander.is a recent grad of UConn, getting to experience some of the best hoops in the world right here in Connecticut.
Favorite NBA player: Derrick Rose
Favorite move: Step back fade
Favorite artist: Lil Wayne
Email: Kapita@altairathletics.com
Marco Parente
Coach
Marco first joined as a standout camper, attending Altair Athletics (formerly ZHoops) for three summers before stepping into a coaching role in 2023. After years of competing and leading by example on the court, it was a natural transition.
Marco recently completed his senior year at Weston High School, where he played for the varsity basketball team. Along the way, he also built extensive AAU experience competing for several respected programs, including the Fairfield Fierce, CT Wolves, Riverside Hawks,
and the New England Jazz.
Favorite NBA player: Jalen Brunson
Favorite move: Step back three
Favorite artist: Key Glock
Email: marco@altairathletics.com
Marco first joined as a standout camper, attending Altair Athletics (formerly ZHoops) for three summers before stepping into a coaching role in 2023. After years of competing and leading by example on the court, it was a natural transition.
Marco recently completed his senior year at Weston High School, where he played for the varsity basketball team. Along the way, he also built extensive AAU experience competing for several respected programs, including the Fairfield Fierce, CT Wolves, Riverside Hawks,
and the New England Jazz.
Favorite NBA player: Jalen Brunson
Favorite move: Step back three
Favorite artist: Key Glock
Email: marco@altairathletics.com
© Altair Camps 2026
© Altair Camps 2026