Our Staff
Who makes up the staff at HoopsHabit.com? Click on any of the authors to see their latest posts.
We’re always looking for talented writers with a passion for the NBA. Unlike most sites, we share our ad revenue with our writers. Want to join our team? Check out our Write For Us page.
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Dunlap, Michael (Twitter: @iambabyd13)
I wear many hats. I will become a father for the first time in July 2013. My work career started as an umpire, evolved to a blackjack dealer and has settled as a sportswriter. You could say I’m used to getting yelled at. I love me some Minnesota Timberwolves but currently call Phoenix home. I’m an eight handicap and a terrible leaper.
Assistant Editor
Watson, Phil (Twitter: @furtherreview) http://afrmediaonline.com
I am a veteran of 20-plus years in the newspaper industry as a writer and editor, with my roots as a sports writer and later in my career transitioning to news. I also assisted with the development and maintenance of a newspaper website and also have experience in the advertising arena. I am currently a self-employed sports commentator with a syndicated radio show and blog.
Contributors
Anderson, Andrew (Twitter: @3MW_Andy)
26 year old, Australian sports writer. Currently completing a Diploma of Sports Journalism, covering the NBA and starting a freelance writing career. Will cover everything Boston Celtics but dip into the rest of the league too. October-June the NBA runs my life, watching it, writing about it, playing fantasy, 2K etc.. drive the wifey nuts.
Barbaro, Kevin (Twitter: @barbaroacting)
Former coach and radio personality (host/play-by-play/color) and currently focused on acting career and freelance writing. Well versed in all sports and a bit of a historian in wide range of sports. Degree in journalism many moons ago. Also previous experience in sports information at the collegiate level. New to writing for hoopshabit as of March, 2013. You can follow me at @BarbaroActing and on facebook at facebook.com/kevinmichael.barbaro
Bourguet, Gerald (Twitter: @geraldbourguet)
Gerald has been an NBA fan since the day he could say “Michael Jordan” and loves writing about the league from any and every angle. He is a recent graduate from the Walter Cronkite School at Arizona State University and has a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in journalism. Gerald deals with his Suns-related depression through his writing and eagerly awaits the day when Phoenix hoists a championship banner, sometime in 2055.
Dal Porto, Jake (Twitter: @thejakeman24)
Jake Dal Porto is a high school student from the Bay Area. He has been following the NBA for years, and enjoys writing about the sport as well. Jake also contributes to Golden Gate Sports, Busta Sports, and MLB Reports.
Gibson, Joel (Twitter: @joelpgibson)
Giese, Nathan (Twitter: @nathangiese)
Student at South Dakota State University. Student manager for men’s basketball team at SDSU. Worker of cameras for Daktronics. Occasional contributor to IBT Sportsnet and WrestleEnigma.com. Call me crazy but my life goal is to live out of hotels for a living.
Hobbs, Frankie (Twitter: @goonerfrank)
An avid NBA fan from the United Kingdom. Currently in my last year at school, before hopefully studying journalism at university. Keen follower of the Philadelphia 76ers since the days of “The Answer”. Basketball offers me a nice break from watching my beloved Arsenal continue to break my heart.
Hugar, John (Twitter: @johnhugar)
John Hugar lives in Buffalo, where he is finishing up undergraduate work at the University at Buffalo. His work has appeared at 3 Shades Of Blue, The Classical, and Bleacher Report. He’s been a Grizzlies fan since day one, during their time Vancouver and Memphis.
Jennings, Brandon (Twitter: @brandonjengs) http://insidedfwsports.com
Brandon Jennings is a sports reporter for KTEV in Texarkana, TX covering the Dallas Mavericks and the Dallas Cowboys.
Mangoye, Sipho (Twitter: @sipho_m13)
Born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Grew up in Manchester, England.
I’m currently in my first year at the University of Huddersfield, studying Sports Journalism.
I love a plethora of sports, particularly basketball, football(the European kind) and American football. I’m also an occasional international Rugby Union and International cricket viewer.
McGaughey, Paul (Twitter: @P_McGaughey)
I am currently enrolled in the Sports Journalism program at Centennial College in Toronto. I began writing for HoopsHabit.com in February, 2013.
Schauer, Pete (Twitter: @pete_schauer)
Pete Schauer is a current Featured Columnist and Breaking News Team writer for Bleacher Report. He holds a B.A. in English (writing concentration) from William Paterson University and is currently working on a Masters in Professional Communication.
