Mario Bennett, Director of International Sports, of Bridgewater Academy, established as a 501c (3), is a former NBA player drafted in the first round by the Phoenix Suns, played for several teams in the NBA, and finalized his professional basketball career in the Top French Basketball League, where he won two championships. Bennett, alumnus of Arizona State University(B.A. Sports Management), owns the FR Management Group, a full-service scouting agency in France and Senegal Africa that focuses on international basketball players. Bennett was in charge of the player development of the JDA Professional Basketball Organization in Dijon, Paris, from 2021-2023. He also worked as the Head/assistant coach for the JDA Espoir Division with the same club. His experience as an NBA player in the French Top Basketball League (LNB/Pro-A) and his coaching allow him to recognize the potential of hidden international basketball players. Bennett has contributed to establishing the B-Squared Sports Agency (BSSA)2024. A sports agency that has gained NBA attention for its basketball players whom he scouted and developed. The mission of the BSSA organization is to provide a platform for basketball players with the keen ability and skills to play professionally.
Bridgewater is a 501(C)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Donations are tax-exempt. FEIN: 55-0894275