OWNER/SCOUT
Milwaukee, WI
414-303-7607
Jason@ScoutU.com

Jason Lauren, who lives in Milwaukee, Wis., is the Owner and a Scout for ScoutU. Since 2008, he has helped over 300 athletes from the Midwest move on to play in college to programs at every level across the country — from major NCAA Division I schools like Wisconsin, Notre Dame, Missouri and Purdue to Division III and JUCOs. The athletes he has guided through the recruiting process have committed to 136 colleges in 25 different states, from Arizona to Florida, Texas to Massachusettes and accross the Midwest.

Jason has implemented recruiting methods for his athletes that have resulted in millions of dollars of scholarships. Through his personal conversations with college coaches over the years and going through the recruiting process with hundreds of athletes, he has learned the ins and outs of how the recruiting process works and how to best guide athletes and their families through it. Jason has established relationships with hundreds of colleges coaches at all levels, most of which have come by meeting in person at games and events. He has given recruiting seminars for many events, teams and schools. Jason has been featured in the Milwaukee Business Journal and has been mentioned in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel many times when his athletes have made their college commitments. He employed two scouts who became scouts with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Jason started his career as an award-winning sports journalist. He worked for the Green Bay Press-Gazette as a sports copy editor and reporter, covering hockey and writing a fantasy football column. He self-syndicated the column to papers around the country, including the Chicago Tribune. He also was the sports editor and a sports reporter for the Freeport (Ill.) Journal Standard. During Jason’s sports journalism career, he connected with several college coaches, learning how to communicate effectively with them. He graduated with a BS degree in entrepreneurship and minored in journalism at Northern Michigan University. He grew up in Ishpeming, Mich., a small town in the Upper Peninsula, and graduated from Westwood High School.

Jason resides in Greendale, Wis., with his wife, Laurie, 9-year-old daughter, Maisey, and their yellow-lab mix dog, Dorsey.

GENERAL MANAGER/SCOUT
Columbus, OH
920-979-3093
Jon@ScoutU.com

Jon Feyen is ScoutU’s General Manager and Ohio scout. As General Manager, Jon handles scout hiring, social media, athlete websites and prospect commitment stories. Jon owns 9 years of experience working in college athletics. He managed events, kept statistics, wrote articles, operated social media and helped coaches with their recruiting. Jon’s resume includes experience at Division I, Division III and NAIA schools. He has worked hundreds of college basketball, baseball and football games, so he knows the talent required to compete at that level. 

More than half the golfers Jon advised have committed to Division I programs, including Timmy Gannon (Elon), Elise Hoven (North Dakota State), Grace Durkin (Loyola), Kate Bogenschutz (Montana), Lauren Lupinek (Western Michigan), Lorenza Martinez (Loyola) and Elliott Nielsen (Northern Iowa). Jon also has worked with prospects in baseball and basketball, including Savannah Walsdorf who totaled over 2,000 points and 1,000 rebounds for Dakota State University.

Jon worked in advance scouting and video for the Milwaukee Brewers during 2018. He is constantly involved in the local sporting scene, owning experience with Minor League Baseball (2013-17), NBA G-League Basketball (2017-18) and several high school state championships. Jon also handled media relations and official statistics for the NCAA Division III World Series from 2008-17. Jon owns a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and a master’s degree in sports management from Cardinal Stritch University (WI). His writing profile includes a published book (How Twitter Changed Sports Journalism) and the 2016 Spira Research Award for his thesis, “Analytics: The New Currency of MLB.” Jon and his wife, Brennan, have been married since 2019.

SCOUT
Charlotte, NC
980-289-2414
Reggie@ScoutU.com

Reggie Arceneaux, who lives in Charlotte, NC, played basketball for 4 years at Wright State University from 2011-2015. Reggie was named to the Horizon League All-Tournament Team in 2012, scored over 1,000 points during his career, averaging 29.4 minutes per game. He also had the privilege to play with Wright State in Italy as a freshman in 2011 against professional teams, being the only player to score double digits in each of the four games. Reggie originally is from New Orleans, Louisiana. Reggie was displaced after hurricane Katrina in 2005. He was then was able to continue his career playing basketball at Olympic High School, receiving the MEGA 7 Conference Player of the Year during his senior season.

SCOUT
Quincy, IL
256-283-1160
Mackenzie@ScoutU.com

Mackenzie Bellows-Schissel, who lives in Quincy, Ill., and is originally from Calgary, Alberta (Canada), has made a significant mark in the world of soccer both as a player and a coach. Most recently, she was the head women’s soccer coach at Quincy University, an NCAA Division II school in Illinois. In her first two seasons as head coach at Quincy, Mackenzie guided the Hawks to the brink of the GLVC tournament, coming within a win of qualification. Her leadership helped secure two All-GLVC honors for two players, further solidifying her impact on the program.

Growing up, she played for the Calgary Blizzards Soccer Club and was a member of the Canadian Youth National Training Program and competed on the national stage during her youth soccer career. Mackenzie attended Jacksonville State University, where she played NCAA Division I soccer. Over her collegiate career, she played in 76 games, starting 69, finishing with 8 goals and 14 assists and logging over 4,500 minutes played.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education, she transitioned into coaching, beginning as a student-assistant coach at Jacksonville State. Her coaching journey continued as a graduate assistant at William Woods University, where she played a crucial role in leading the Owls to a conference championship with an 11-6-4 record. In 2019, Mackenzie joined Quincy University as a graduate assistant and was later promoted to full-time assistant coach in 2021 while pursuing her Master’s Degree in Education.

With a strong foundation in both playing and coaching, Mackenzie has the tools to help the next generation of soccer talent in their recruiting process.

SCOUT
Chicago, IL
312-909-3602
Linda@ScoutU.com

Linda Blackwell Bentley, who lives in Chicago, Ill., is a former collegiate women’s basketball player at the University of Illinois-Chicago – an NCAA Division I school — and has coached both girls high school tennis and basketball. A three-sport All-Conference and All-Sectional varsity athlete in tennis, basketball and softball at a high school with over 3,200 students, she also was named All-State honorable mention in basketball and invited to tryout for the Pan American Games/Junior Olympics after graduation. Linda was recruited by various colleges and still has her National Letter of Intent from the University of Alabama-Huntsville, an NCAA Division II school. She was offered a full scholarship to play in both tennis and basketball there. Instead, she decided to accept a full scholarship and play for Illinois-Chicago and a was a top basketball player during her career there, averaging 14.4 points a game and being in the top 20 in career field goals made. Linda was the varsity basketball coach at Beacon Academy High School in Evanston, Ill., during the 2019-20 season. Linda earned a bachelor’s degree in graphic design and art education at UIC. She has made a career in business of graphic design and created marketing materials for various clients, including the Chicago Blackhawks and Nike. Additionally, she manages an art collection. The Getty Museum in Los Angeles has acquired a portion of the collection to become part of its permanent collection.

SCOUT
Cleveland, OH
216-990-8617
DJ@ScoutU.com

DJ Blanks, who lives in Cleveland, Ohio, has been training and scouting thousands of athletes since 2017. He has trained athletes of all levels, from youth, middle school, high school, collegiate players ranging from NAIA to Division I as well as overseas professionals and NBA players. He was also given the privilege to coach and train LeBron James and his kids Bronny and Bryce James. Since doing that, he has gained a large connection with college and professional coaches and has helped over 200 players gain full scholarships to play basketball at the next level. Players such as Chris Livingston (Milwaukee Bucks), Bronny James (University of Southern California), Sencire Harris (University of Illinois), Paris Gilmore (University of Detroit-Mercy), Mari Bickley (University of Princeton), Quentin Toles (Lynn University), Lanae Riley (University of Akron) and Eric Holley (University of Toledo).

DJ has also been an NBA trainer for the Cleveland Cavaliers and has run many camps with hundreds of players in attendance as well as college coaches in attendance. He has played professional basketball overseas in Italy, China and Sweden. DJ has a professional championship as the starting point guard for Italy Green Basket ASD. He also played as the starting point guard for NCAA D1 at Texas Southern University and played in the NCAA Tournament as well as the NIT. DJ was named Defensive Player of the Year and led the NCAA D1 in triple doubles in 2016 and has also won two conference championships. He graduated with a double bachelor’s degree in business management/marketing and sports management from Texas Southern. DJ attended high school at LeBron James’ alma mater, St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, where he won two state championships and was a top–10 player in Ohio.

SCOUT
Vancouver, BC
604-808-5215
Susan@ScoutU.com

Susan Kemper’s college recruitment experience began building in 2014 when she independently navigated the softball college recruitment process for her daughter, leading to multiple NCAA Division I full-ride offers and successfully signing in 2015. From there, Susan was invited to be the Recruitment Manager for the Synergy Gold Travel Team, leading families through the recruitment process with information, tools, advice and building a trusting relationship with everyone throughout the process.

Susan is a BC Athletic Hall of Fame inductee and is a former Canadian National Team athlete in artistic swimming, achieving podium success in several world-level competitions, including silver medals in the 1991 and 1995 Pan American Games and the 1995 World Championships. Susan has held multiple titles in the sport, including British Columbia’s High-Performance Director, Technical Director, Provincial Training Centre, Provincial Head Coach and the longest running club Head Coach in the province where she produced over 20 national and Olympic team athletes for Canada. She has held multiple international coaching contracts in the U.S., Malaysia, Netherlands, Austria and Brazil, coaching at the Pan American Games, the FINA World Aquatic Championships and the Olympic Qualifier. In 2007, Susan was named Canada’s Olympic Head Coach after leading their senior programs for 7 years where she qualified the team for the Beijing Games.  

As a Chartered Professional Coach, Susan is Nationally Certified Level 5 with the Coaches of Canada, the highest ranking in Canadian sport education. She is the ninth woman in Canada with that coaching education level and the first coach in artistic swimming. In 2006, Susan was amongst the grand opening inductees into her hometown’s Sports Hall of Fame as Builder in Sport.

“I firmly believe that sports are here to enhance our lives. I strive for that in all the roles I’ve held in sports and look forward to continuing that philosophy for years to come.”

SCOUT
Toronto, ON
778-865-4653
Chris@ScoutU.com

Chris Lee, who lives in Toronto, ON, embarked on his golfing journey at the age of 19, honing his skills and passion for the sport. His dedication and unwavering commitment led to a remarkable career that saw him compete at the highest levels of professional golf, including on the PGA Tour, and in various corners of the world, including Asia, Europe, the United States and Canada.

One of the notable highlights of Chris’s career was his sponsorship by Samsung Corporation, a testament to his exceptional talent and marketability within the sport. This partnership not only allowed him to further excel on the golf course but also solidified his presence as a prominent figure in the golfing community.

Beyond his achievements as a professional golfer, Chris is also recognized for his contributions as a golf coach. He has played a pivotal role in nurturing the talents of aspiring young golfers, guiding them on their journey to success. His coaching prowess has seen several of his students flourish on both the LPGA Tour and the KLPGA Tour, solidifying his reputation as a premier instructor. Also, some of his students have been fortunate enough to secure spots in prestigious U.S. colleges such as Pepperdine, UNLV, and Towson, thanks to Chris’s expert coaching and guidance. Furthermore, Chris has had the privilege of coaching individuals who have gone on to represent Canada as members of the national team, a testament to his ability to identify and nurture talent at the highest level of the sport.

In his current role as a scout for ScoutU, Chris leverages his extensive experience and network within the golfing community to help talented athletes secure coveted scholarships at U.S. colleges. With his keen eye for talent and profound understanding of the college recruitment process, Chris is dedicated to empowering young athletes and providing them with opportunities to excel academically and athletically.

Chris’ multifaceted career, encompassing his achievements as a PGA Tour player, his success as a coach and his commitment to guiding athletes toward scholarship opportunities, showcases his unwavering dedication to the world of golf and sports education. His expertise and passion continue to make a profound impact on the lives and careers of aspiring athletes, shaping the future of golfing talent both in Canada and beyond.

SCOUT
Cleveland, OH
440-221-1976
Anthony@ScoutU.com

Anthony Medaglia, who lives in Cleveland, Ohio, brings over a decade of experience in baseball and softball, including at the MLB level. He excelled as a baseball operations professional, sports technology leader and coach at both the professional and amateur levels. Known for his energy and passion for player evaluation, scouting and athlete development, Anthony spent 7 years with the Cleveland Guardians, where he played a key role in establishing one of the best farm systems in baseball.

Anthony’s contributions in managing baseball performance technology, scouting, pitch/swing design and player evaluation helped the Guardians achieve success, including their 2016 World Series appearance and three American League Central Division titles. A graduate of MLB Scout School and certified by the Major League Scouting Bureau, Anthony possesses a sharp eye for talent and a deep understanding of the game. His background includes playing at Lake Erie College (NCAA Division III) and coaching at Shaker Heights High School, John Marshall High School and Baldwin Wallace University, one of the top collegiate programs in the country.

Anthony is passionate about helping amateur athletes leverage professional-level insights to maximize their potential and secure collegiate opportunities. With a strong network, relentless work ethic and expertise in player evaluation, Anthony has a proven track record of creating opportunities for athletes to excel at every stage of their baseball journey.

SCOUT
Australia
61-0475-066-884
WesM@ScoutU.com

Wes Morgan, who is from Charlotte, NC, and lives in Australia, was recently the head varsity basketball coach and director of operations at Christ’s Church Academy (Jacksonville, Fla.). He was one of the top recruits in the U.S. out of high school. Wes received over 15 NCAA Division I scholarship offers. He signed to the top 3-point shooting school in all of Division I with the University of North Florida. Wes finished out his playing career at Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, NC (NCAA D2). Wes then went on to play three seasons of professional basketball in Australia. He has helped sign multiple players to collegiate scholarship offers, some of which now are all-conference players in college in the U.S. Wes has been the head coach of many teams, including the Charlotte Panthers AAU, Devonport Warriors U16s (Tasmania, Australia) More Than Conquerors B Grade Men (Western Australia) and More Than Conquerors U18 (Western Australia). He has also been the assistant coach on various teams and universities, including Ardrey Kell High School, Converse University (grad player/coach) and Lees-McRae College JV program. Wes has also been building basketball clubs in Australia and most recently a faith-based club in Bunbury, Western Australia, called More Than Conquerors Basketball Club. These positions have made Wes fall in love with bettering other people’s lives and building a winning culture. His passion is recruiting, coaching, leading, mentoring and developing.

SCOUT
San Francisco, CA
402-304-1877
Brett@ScoutU.com

Brett Rosenberger, who lives in the East Bay area of San Francisco, Calif., has been playing, coaching and scouting players for over 40 years. He was recruited to NCAA Division I  in three sports: basketball, football and soccer. His passion was soccer, so he decided to play at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs where he was a part of three postseason USAFA teams before playing at DePaul University. Brett played midfield and goalkeeper, having led the country in save percentage and goals against, making 1st-Team All-Conference during his senior year at DePaul before going on active duty. While on active duty, Brett was on the All-Air Force Team and All-Armed Forces Team and was able to play semi-professionally as time allowed with military commitments. 

At the end of his tour, Brett had the opportunity to play in Germany and went to test himself in the toughest leagues. As his career wrapped up, he began coaching in their academies before returning to the U.S. where he started Azteca Proving Grounds, a company that is still running today. APG trains players, clubs and coaches how to produce results similar to what you see in Europe and has worked with many clubs. While doing this, Brett has coached at every NCAA/NAIA and JUCO level as either a head or assistant coach. At each school, he has been in charge of recruiting. In 2007, Brett co-authored a book on the recruiting process. Since that time, through his APG workshops, he has helped hundreds of prospective athletes make it to the next level, both from a marketing and development perspective. Brett also is the first American soccer coach to hold a master’s degree in Coaching and Player Development from the elite Barcelona University Johan Cruyff Institute. He also has a pending UEFA A coaching license. Brett currently is a board member of two high school district soccer projects and with the United Goalkeeping Alliance, a national online education platform.

SCOUT
Dayton, OH
937-572-7257
Haleigh@ScoutU.com

Haleigh Webb, who lives in Dayton, Ohio, played NCAA Division III softball at Wilmington College in Ohio and at the JUCO level at Sinclair Community College in Ohio. While in high school, Haleigh was a 4-year varsity starter and played with the National Cup team in Europe. During her time in college softball, where she was the freshman pitcher of the year, Haleigh also received her bachelor’s degree in criminal psychology.

After college and a career-ending injury in law enforcement, Haleigh transitioned into coaching travel softball and high school varsity at Cedarville High School. More recently, Haleigh started a business running camps, recruiting seminars and lessons based in Dayton, Ohio. She works with athletes of all ages and ability levels. She is also currently work towards her master’s degree in sports psychology.

Haleigh loves the opportunity to help young athletes realize and achieve their goals. She has a true passion for the game of softball and building the future of the sport. With her own personal experience of the recruiting process as a former college athlete, as a current coach and as a parent helping her stepdaughter through the recruiting process, she has a deep understanding of the recruiting process.

SCOUT
Bellefontaine, OH
937-844-1099
Clay@ScoutU.com

Clay Wisner, who lives in Bellefontaine, Ohio, played multiple levels of collegiate baseball over multiple levels for 5 years. During his collegiate career, Clay played two full seasons and a covid season at NCAA Division-II Malone University in Ohio. Following graduation, Clay entered the transfer portal to seek a master’s degree while continuing his collegiate baseball career. Although multiple NCAA DI offers were extended, Clay ultimately decided to go to Bluefield University (NAIA) based on scholarships, NIL opportunities, facilities and coaching staff. While at Bluefield, he led the program to its first national ranking in school history. Along with baseball accolades at Bluefield, he also obtained his MBA with a specialty in healthcare administration. Following his career at Bluefield, Clay signed a professional free-agent contract with the Grand Junction Rockies. After his time in Colorado, Clay coached at the Tony Gwynn Baseball Academy in San Diego, Calif. Clay’s passion for the game of baseball continues as he coaches various age levels in private lessons.

Most recently, Clay served as the business manager for an oral surgery practice in Central Ohio. Clay decided to become a scout to help guide the younger generation through the recruiting process to achieve their goals and dreams. He feels strongly that since he has been through the recruiting process multiple times including during the NIL era, he is very closely connected with today’s recruiting market. He is excited to be sharing his knowledge, experience and to give back to the younger generations.