- Directors FTL Hoops
MEET THE LEADERSHIP
BEHIND FORT LAUDERDALE UNITED BASKETBALL
We’re not building just another basketball club. We’re building a player-development program led by experienced coaches, former collegiate athletes, educators, and leaders who understand what it takes to develop the whole student-athlete.
- Director FTL Hoops
Nicole Riscica
A former four-year NCAA women’s basketball player at SUNY Brockport,
Riscica served as a team captain and earned SUNYAC All-Academic honors. She holds degrees in Physical Education and Curriculum & Instruction, along with extensive coaching, athletic administration, NCAA eligibility, and athlete-development training. She has spent more than two decades working in education, teaching students from elementary through high school while also serving in roles including Athletic Director, Assistant Athletic Director, Director of School Culture, Adapted PE Consultant, experiential-learning supervisor, and athletic-program administrator.
That combination of experiences is at the heart of Fort Lauderdale United Basketball.
26+ years of coaching experience
341–129 overall head-coaching record
Former 4-year NCAA basketball player
College team captain & SUNYAC All-Academic honoree
26+ years in education
Former Athletic Director & Assistant Athletic Director
Player development, recruiting, college exposure & program building
Multiple degrees and professional certifications
- Assistant Director
Leigh Tingue
Associate Director, FTLUTD Hoops
Leigh Tingue brings a unique combination of basketball experience, coaching knowledge, education, and leadership to her role as Associate Director of FTLUTD
Hoops. A former collegiate basketball player, Leigh played Division II basketball at Monroe Community College before continuing her career at the Division III level at
SUNY Brockport.
Leigh’s passion for developing young athletes has continued throughout her coachingcareer. She has coached boys’ and girls’ basketball players in grades 3–8 and has also served as an assistant coach for boys’ varsity basketball at University School. Her
experience working with athletes across multiple age groups has given her a strong understanding of player development and the importance of building confidence, fundamentals, teamwork, and a love for the game.
In addition to her basketball background, Leigh is a dedicated educator and high school teacher who has taught students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Her experience in the classroom has strengthened her ability to communicate effectively, stay organized, build meaningful relationships, and create positive learning environments.
Leigh Tingue brings a unique combination of basketball experience, coaching knowledge, education, and leadership to her role as Associate Director of FTLUTD Hoops. A former collegiate basketball player, Leigh played Division II basketball at Monroe Community College before continuing her career at the Division III level at
SUNY Brockport.
Leigh’s passion for developing young athletes has continued throughout her coachingcareer. She has coached boys’ and girls’ basketball players in grades 3–8 and has also served as an assistant coach for boys’ varsity basketball at University School. Her
experience working with athletes across multiple age groups has given her a strong understanding of player development and the importance of building confidence, fundamentals, teamwork, and a love for the game.
- Coach
KEVIN GORDON
over 20 years of coaching experience
Coach Kevin Gordon brings over 20 years of coaching experience and a legacy of excellence to FTL Hoops Girls Basketball. With 320+ career wins, five regional championships, nine district titles, and five state Final Four appearances, he has helped more than 150 student-athletes reach the college level. His mission goes beyond basketball: developing confident young women through discipline, teamwork, and hard work.