MEET THE STAFF
Andy Eckman - Owner
Basketball Hall of Fame Nomination – Andy Eckman
For more than 35 years, Andy Eckman has been a passionate advocate for the game of basketball, dedicating his life to sharing its joy and values with others. He has represented the sport with dignity and respect, embodying its true spirit as a lifelong ambassador. Andy’s unwavering devotion has inspired countless fans
Al Clocker - General Manager/ Coach of the Court Jesters
Veteran of more than 30 years in entertainment/comedy basketball. 20+ seasons as Coach, General Manager, and Head Scout for the Harlem Globetrotters. Former pro player, professional Coach, and Collegiate Coach at Misericordia U.
Sam Worthen - Vice President/In charge of player development
Sam Worthen leveraged his All-American college career at Marquette University into the NBA after being drafted 26th overall in 1980 by the Chicago Bulls.
He went on to play a season with the Bulls and another with the Utah Jazz before transitioning into a robust coaching and leadership career in professional basketball and entertainment.
Dan - Digital Media Director
🏀 Dan – Digital Media Director, Court Jesters
Dan is a lifelong hooper and old-school basketball trickster whose passion for the game runs deep. From his early days dazzling crowds with streetball-style flair to now creating world-class digital experiences, Dan has always lived and breathed basketball.
After serving in the U.S. Air Force, where he first learned the art of graphic design back in 1991, Dan took his creative energy and competitive spirit into the digital world. Over the years, he’s helped reshape the internet through innovative design, branding, and media development.
He’s the founder and owner of Hoopzter Basketball, a groundbreaking VR basketball game that connects players worldwide in an immersive virtual experience. Dan is also the creator of Linkzter.com, the ultimate link-in-bio platform that empowers creators and businesses to grow their online presence.
Today, as the Digital Media Director for the Court Jesters, Dan brings his signature creativity, technical expertise, and love for the sport to every project. He leads all marketing, visuals, and digital storytelling for the brand — combining basketball culture with cutting-edge media.
If you need anything from Dan — from creative direction to digital magic — hit him up at 👉 https://www.linkzter.com/hoopzter
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