Who We Are
MISSION
Purpose-driven basketball training focused on skill, confidence, and growth — on and off the court.
Our Philosophy & Player Development
Player development is more than just running drills. Every rep should have purpose, every session should challenge growth, and every coach should invest in the person behind the player.
Our staff is committed to developing players who compete with skill, discipline, and heart. We focus on building better players by fostering growth and development both on and off the court.
Knights Elite was created as a local development program where players can train in a positive environment, learn the right habits, and prepare for the next level with confidence.
Coach Tyrrell is the Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach at IC Catholic Prep in Elmhurst and program director of Knights Elite.
With over 20 years of coaching experience, he has built a program known for its culture of hard work, accountability, and player development. Under his leadership, ICCP has earned multiple Conference and Regional Championships, two Sweet 16 appearances, and set a school record for wins during the 2024–25 season.
A three-time IBCA Coach of the Year and 2025 Vistage Leadership Award recipient, Coach Tyrrell is passionate about developing student-athletes who compete with discipline, confidence, and purpose — both on and off the court.
He brings the same commitment to growth and mentorship, helping middle school players refine their skills, gain confidence, and prepare for success at the next level.
Meet the Coaches
Our coaching staff is dedicated to teaching, mentoring, and helping players reach their potential both on and off the court.
Coach Jake Rozema joined the ICCP Basketball staff in September 2025 as an Assistant Coach and Player Outreach Coordinator. Before joining ICCP, he spent the 2024–25 season at Loras College, where he served as an Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach and led the JV team to an 8–2 conference record.
A graduate of Illinois State University (’23), Rozema gained valuable experience as a student manager for the ISU Men’s Basketball program and has coached with IBA Illinois Stars, MidPro Academy, and Big3 Basketball.
Originally from Woodridge, Illinois, Coach Rozema focuses on player development and relationship-based coaching, helping athletes refine their skills, grow their confidence, and compete with purpose.