Our Team

  • Ernie Duncan / Owner and Head Trainer

    A four year starter at the University of Vermont, Ernie finished 10th in career points (1,489), 1st in career 3PT% (.419), 2nd in career 3PT made (308). His career honors were National Association of Basketball Coaches All-District / Second Team (2019), America East All-Conference First Team (2019), America East All-Conference Second Team (2018), America East All-Defensive Team (2018), America East All-Conference Third Team (2017), America East All-Rookie Team (2016). He also helped lead the Catamounts to two NCAA appearances during his time there. His senior year he joined his two younger brothers Everett and Robin as the only brotherly trio to play in an NCAA Tournament game.

  • Ben Platt / Trainer

    Ben's basketball journey began as a two-year Student Manager at UVM. Ben also spent two years imparting his knowledge at the John Becker Basketball Camp. In 2023, Ben had the privilege of joining the FAU Basketball Camp, where he continued to contribute to the growth of basketball talent. Ben's outstanding achievements in the basketball world were highlighted when he was selected as one of the Elite 50 Managers to work at the prestigious 2023 College Basketball Academy. Beyond coaching and managing, Ben has also made significant contributions as a film analyst, collaborating with UVM coaches. His duties included scouting breakdowns, player personnel assessments, and other essential tasks related to film analysis.

  • Katie Lavelle / Trainer

    Katie was a four-year starter for the Vermont Catamounts and served as a team captain as a junior and senior. She was one of the top distributors in school history with 221 career assists. As a senior, she finished fourth among America East players with 115 assists including 10 games with five-plus assists. As a junior, Katie led the team with 26 steals and ranked third with 44 assists. As a sophomore, she nearly recorded a double-double with 14 points, nine rebounds, four steals, and four assists in a non-conference matchup with Oakland. As a rookie, she reached double figures in the scoring column three times. Katie was a workhorse on the court and never missed a game – playing in all 118 career games. In the classroom, she made the America East Academic Honor Roll twice.

  • Catherine Gilwee

    Catherine Gilwee / Trainer

    Catherine was named the America East Rookie of the Year in 2021-22 and earned spots on the America East Academic Honor Roll and Commissioner's Honor Roll. During her sophomore season, she started all 32 games for the Catamounts, averaging 10.6 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game. She excelled in shooting, ranking second in the conference for three-point percentage. Gilwee had 19 double-figure scoring games, contributing to a 16-3 team record in those matches. In her first year , she played all 31 games, starting 23, and averaged 5.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.8 assists. She had standout performances, including a career-high 15 points twice and a career-high nine assists in a game. Before Vermont, Gilwee was the 2021 Gatorade Player of the Year in Vermont and maintained a 4.22 weighted GPA throughout high school. She also led her high school team to a perfect 30-0 record over her final two seasons.

  • Noah Barnett

    Noah Barnett / Trainer

    Noah is a first-year player for the Vermont Catamounts, having redshirted during the 2023-24 season, which saw UVM clinch both the America East regular season title and the America East Championship. Prior to joining Vermont, he played high school basketball at Don Bosco Prep in Ramsey, New Jersey. In the 2022-23 season, Noah ranked second on his team in scoring, averaging 11.3 points per game. Now stepping into his college career, Noah brings a strong scoring background and experience from a competitive high school program.

  • Bella Vito

    Bella Vito / Trainer

    Bella is a skilled basketball player and academic standout, having earned a spot on the America East Academic Honor Roll for the 2023-24 season. During her junior season, she played in and started all 37 games for the Catamounts, showcasing her talents by recording three double-doubles, including back-to-back performances in the WNIT Great Eight and Fab Four. Bella set career highs in several categories, including scoring, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks, making a significant impact on both ends of the court. In her sophomore season, she continued to excel, starting 31 of 32 games, and setting a career high with 14 points in the TD Bank Classic Championship. Bella's strong work ethic and leadership skills were evident early on, as she was named the Montville Township High School Female Athlete of the Year and captained her high school team during her junior and senior years.

  • TJ Hurley

    TJ Hurley / Trainer

    TJ, a rising star in the Vermont Catamounts program, played a crucial role in helping UVM secure both the America East regular season title and the America East Championship for two consecutive seasons. As a sophomore, he made significant contributions with 21 starts in 31 games, averaging 7.4 points and boasting a team-high 85.5% free-throw accuracy. His freshman season saw him named to the America East All-Rookie Team, where he was instrumental in Vermont's undefeated league play. Off the court, TJ has consistently earned spots on the America East Academic Honor Roll, showcasing his dedication both academically and athletically.

  • Robin Duncan / Trainer

    Robin was a five-year standout for the Vermont Catamounts. During his time in Burlington, Robin helped the Cats to five America East Regular Season Championships, four conference tournament crowns, and three trips to the NCAA Tournament. He holds the school record with 147 career games played. As a fifth-year senior, he earned America East First Team All-Conference honors and made the America East All-Defensive Team. He was in the starting lineup in 33 out of 34 games. Robin set career highs in scoring (7.9 ppg), rebounding (7.2 rpg), and assists (4.4 apg). As a student-athlete, he was rewarded for his efforts off the hardwood with America East Academic Honor Roll and America East Commissioner’s Honor Roll nods. As a newcomer, the 6-5 guard landed on the America East All-Rookie Team. In his final collegiate game, he had a perfect 5-for-5 shooting day against No. 2 Marquette in the First Round of the NCAA Tournament.

  • Ethan O'Day / Trainer

    A four year starter at the University of Vermont, Ethan recorded 1,233 points, 608 rebounds, and 217 blocks. Ethan’s career honors include America East Conference All Tournament Team (2012 and 2016), All-AEC Defensive Team (2014 and 2015), All-AEC First Team (2015), and All-AEC Third Team (2016). In 2014 he helped UVM win the AEC regular season title. After UVM, he attended the Toronto Raptors 905 Training Camp after being drafted 71st in the 2016 NBA D- League Draft. He later played overseas in Australia and Germany. Ethan was heavily involved in coaching young athletes in both Australia and Germany, attending schools for clinics and running various skill camps.

  • Dustin Parker

    Dustin Parker / Website & Social Media Manager

    Dustin works behind the scenes as the web manager and graphic designer. He brings over a decade of experience in public relations, social media, and graphic design. Dustin began his career volunteering in the athletic communications office at Dartmouth before moving onto the University of Maine at Farmington as the Director of Athletic Communications and Academic Compliance Officer. While at UMF, he was in charge of keeping stats, writing press releases, and generating social content for 20 varsity sports while complying with academic eligibility regulations. After UMF, he joined the Vermont Catamounts as the Assistant Director of Media Relations/Sports Information and primary media contact for the men’s basketball team. He is also the Director of Digital Media and Content Strategy for Nucar’s Family of Dealershps.

  • Ryan Manley / Photographer

    Ryan recently joined Duncan Hoops as a photographer, bringing a wealth of experience from his previous role as the Director of Athletic Communications for UVM Athletics. There, he served as the primary contact for the UVM men's basketball team, creating dynamic social media content, producing videos, and capturing game-day photos that resonated with fans. Ryan's coverage included four trips to March Madness, during which he helped make UVM’s men’s basketball pages among the most engaging Division I basketball accounts. His passion for storytelling through visuals continues to shine in his work with Duncan Hoops. Outside of Duncan Hoops, he is a Multimedia Specialist for Nucar’s Family of Dealerships and a freelance photographer.