When camp becomes experience

Our coaching philosophy is simple: put players first. We believe in development-first training, creating a positive environment where athletes feel challenged, supported, and inspired to grow. Every coach on our team shares this commitment to building not just better basketball players, but confident, resilient young people.

Dino Stipcic

Head Coach & Camp Director

With over 15 years of professional basketball playing experience and extensive coaching credentials, Dino brings elite-level expertise to every aspect of the camp. Currently serving as Head Coach of Iceland's U-15 national team and U-16 coach at Breiðablik, he combines tactical mastery with a genuine passion for youth development. His FIBA certifications and years of high-level coaching experience ensure world-class training for all campers.

Credentials:

•Iceland U-15 National Team Head Coach
•Breiðablik U-16 Head Coach
•15+ years professional basketball playing experience
•FIBA coaching certifications
•Expert in skill development and tactical training

“Basketball is more than a game—it's a journey of growth, discipline, and discovering what you're truly capable of.”

Mikael Máni Hrafnsson

Assistant Coach & Skills Development Specialist

The most highly educated coach in our program, Mikael holds the highest KKI and FIBA coaching degrees available. Currently serving as Breiðablik u-15 head coach, Breiðablik men's team assistant coach and Iceland U-18 assistant coach, he brings cutting-edge coaching methodology and deep tactical knowledge to the camp. His expertise in fundamental skill development and player progression makes him an invaluable asset to our coaching staff.

Credentials:

•Highest KKI and FIBA coaching degree certifications
•Breiðablik Men's Team Assistant Coach
•Breiðablik U-15 Head Coach
•Iceland U-18 National Team Assistant Coach
•Specialist in skill progression and basketball fundamentals

“Great players are built through great fundamentals. Master the basics with precision, and everything else will follow.”

Ögmundur Árni

Iceland National Team Coach & Youth Development Specialist

Returning to Dino Basketball Camp for his second year, Ögmundur brings extensive experience from Iceland's national team program and elite youth development. Currently serving as Iceland U-15 National Team Assistant Coach and U-16 National Team Assistant Coach preparing for the European Championship, he combines elite-level coaching with proven camp leadership as former Head of Stjarnan basketball summer camp. His multi-year experience across national teams and club basketball provides campers with world-class instruction and mentorship.

Credentials:

•Iceland U-15 National Team Assistant Coach (2024–present)
•Iceland U-16 National Team Assistant Coach (preparing for European Championship)
•Head of Stjarnan Basketball Summer Camp (2022–2024)
•Stjarnan Men's Team Assistant Coach (2021–2022)
•Head Coach of multiple youth groups since 2021

“Every player has potential waiting to be unlocked. My job is to help them discover it through dedication, discipline, and the right guidance.”

Óskar Þór Þorsteinsson

Head Coach & National Team Development Coach

Joining Dino Basketball Camp for his second consecutive year, Óskar is a rising coaching talent with extensive head coaching experience and national team credentials. Currently serving as Head Coach of ÍA for the 2025/26 season and working with Iceland's National Team program since 2024, he brings strategic leadership and tactical expertise to the camp. His experience leading Thor AK and coaching with Alftanes, combined with years of youth team development, makes him an exceptional mentor for young players looking to elevate their game.

Credentials:

•Head Coach of ÍA (2025/26 season)
•Iceland National Team Coach (2024–present)
•Former Head Coach of Thor AK (2021–2022)
•Assistant Coach at Alftanes
•Multiple years of experience with youth team development

“Basketball teaches life lessons beyond the court. Hard work, teamwork, and resilience—these are the foundations of both great players and great people.”

Andrej Štimac

Croatian Coach 🇭🇷

Andrej Štimac brings a wealth of international coaching experience to Dino Basketball Camp. After a decorated 15-year professional playing career that included Euroleague and Eurocup competition, he transitioned seamlessly into coaching. He led Groningen basketball club in the Netherlands and went on to become Head Coach of Geneve Lions in Switzerland, where he guided the club to both a championship title and a Cup victory. Andrej is a coach who knows what winning looks like and how to build teams capable of achieving it.

Credentials:

•Former Head Coach of Groningen (Netherlands)
•Head Coach, Champion & Cup Winner — Geneve Lions (Switzerland)
•15 years of professional playing experience
•Played in the Euroleague and Eurocup
•Specialist in player development and building winning cultures

“Champions are built in practice. Every rep, every drill, every extra minute on the court brings you one step closer to the player you want to become.”

Eugen Tončinić

Croatian Coach 🇭🇷

Eugen Tončinić is one of the most passionate and respected basketball educators in Croatia. He founded and runs his own basketball club, which he has consistently guided to the biggest stages in Croatian youth basketball — a remarkable achievement that reflects both his coaching ability and his relentless dedication to the sport. Coming from a small Croatian town, Eugen's story is an inspiration: proof that a love for the game and decades of hard work can take you anywhere. His depth of experience in player development and mentoring makes him an invaluable addition to our coaching staff.

Credentials:

•Founder and Head Coach of his own basketball club
•Consistently competes at the highest levels of Croatian youth basketball
•Decades of experience in player development and mentoring
•One of the most respected basketball educators in Croatia
•Known for developing players from grassroots to elite level

“You don't need to come from a big city to reach the biggest stage. You just need passion, discipline, and the right coaching. That's what I bring every single day.”

Siniša Štemberger

Croatian Coach 🇭🇷

Siniša Štemberger is an ABA League legend whose name is synonymous with elite scoring and sharpshooting. Ranking in the Top 10 all-time scorers in ABA League history and holding the distinction of being the second-highest 3-point shooter of all time in the competition, Siniša's playing career stands as a benchmark of excellence in Adriatic basketball. He is returning to Dino Basketball Camp after a fantastic debut in 2025, and currently serves as Assistant Coach for Kvarner in Rijeka. His unique blend of elite playing experience and coaching passion makes him one of the most exciting additions to the camp.

Credentials:

•ABA League Legend — Top 10 all-time scorer
•2nd all-time in ABA League 3-point makes
•Assistant Coach at Kvarner, Rijeka
•Coach at Dino Basketball Camp 2025 — returning for 2026
•Elite shooting specialist and basketball IQ mentor

“Shooting is an art. But before art, there is repetition, structure, and belief. I want every player who comes through this camp to understand that their shot is a weapon worth developing.”

Inja Butina

Croatian Player & Coach 🇭🇷

Inja Butina is a professional basketball player and coach whose career has spanned five countries — Croatia, Germany, the USA, Spain, and Iceland — competing at the highest league level in each. A national cup winner and proven international competitor, Inja brings the kind of lived experience that transforms young players' understanding of the game. Now channeling her playing career into coaching, she is passionate about player development, work ethic, and building the winning culture that gets teams to the top.

Credentials:

•Professional player across Croatia, Germany, USA, Spain & Iceland — highest league level
•National cup winner and proven international competitor
•Croatian player and coach continuing her career in coaching
•Passionate about player development and work ethic
•Specialist in building winning team culture

“Playing across five countries taught me that the fundamentals are universal — hard work, discipline, and heart. That's what I bring to every court I stand on.”

Luka Anzulović

Croatian & Slovenian Player & Coach 🇭🇷 🇸🇮

Luka Anzulović is one of the most exciting young coaches joining our staff — a professional player with elite youth pedigree who bridges the worlds of high-level competition and modern sports science. Developed through the renowned KK Krka Novo Mesto academy, he went on to play professionally for KK Cedevita Junior and KK Škrljevo while serving as a regular member of Slovenian national team youth selections. As a kinesiology student, Luka brings a science-backed approach to athletic development that gives campers tools to train smarter, move better, and perform at their peak.

Credentials:

•Youth academy — KK Krka Novo Mesto
•Professional player — KK Cedevita Junior & KK Škrljevo
•Regular member of Slovenian national team youth selections
•Kinesiology student focused on athletic development & performance
•Dedicated to modern basketball training and player development

“Basketball and kinesiology go hand in hand. Understanding how the body moves gives you the edge to play smarter, train better, and recover faster. That's the edge I want to give every player I work with.”

Vasily Mchedlishvili

Georgian Coach 🇬🇪

Vasily Mchedlishvili is one of the most experienced youth development coaches on our staff, bringing over 9 years of elite-level work across four countries. As former Program Director in Azerbaijan he shaped an entire generation of young basketball talent, and as Head Coach of Azerbaijan U12, U14, and U16 national teams he guided young athletes on the international stage. His work with the Zaza Pachulia Basketball Academy and international FIBA development camps places him among the most credentialed youth coaches anywhere in the region.

Credentials:

•9+ years of youth player development experience
•Former Program Director — Azerbaijan youth basketball development
•Head Coach of Azerbaijan U12, U14 & U16 national teams
•Coaching experience in Georgia, Azerbaijan, Spain & USA
•Worked with Zaza Pachulia Basketball Academy & FIBA development camps

“Great players are shaped long before they reach the top. My 9 years developing youth programs have taught me that the right foundation at a young age changes everything.”

Join our coaching team

Are you a passionate, experienced coach interested in joining DinoBasketballCamp? We're always looking for dedicated professionals who share our commitment to youth development and positive coaching. If you're interested in being part of our team, we'd love to hear from you.