Bellantoni is entering his second season on staff for Appalachian State. Bellantoni’s responsibilities include overseeing the scout team, filming and coding games in Sportscode to assist the coaching staff. 

The second-year coordinator assisted the coaches in individual workouts and breaking down film with director of player development, Mike Huth. 

Bellantoni graduated from Appalachian with a degree in marketing. During his time at App, he spent two years on the practice team and his last year as a student assistant. 

“I want to thank coach Elderkin for allowing me to stay here in Boone and continue to pursue my career in basketball. Its an amazing opportunity to work with such a great staff and team.”

Prior to graduating from App, Bellantoni graduated from Middle Creek High School and its basketball program. Bellantoni also was the head coach for the local Watauga Warriors. During the summer, Bellantoni helped coach youth basketball with the Charlotte Hornets.