The Team

Morgan Roth

Executive Director & Co-Founder

Morgan Roth is a graduate of the University of Georgia. Raised in Atlanta, he has seen first hand how much this city has grown and developed over the years. His love of sports has brought him here, and inspired the creation of Below the Belt Sports to showcase the city and bring LGBTQIA sporting tournaments to the South. Over the years, he has worked on many national sporting tournaments. In his spare time, you can find him discovering new Atlanta spaces with his lab, Ranger.

Jerry Henderson

Executive Advisor

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justin jerome

President

Justin was born and raised in Aurora, CO, where he played baseball, wrestled, and was an Eagle Scout. After college, he moved to Washington, DC and worked for Congress for a few years before relocating to Atlanta, Norfolk, Augusta, and finally returning to Atlanta for good in 2020. He has participated in the Atlanta LGBTQIA+ community and sports leagues since 2023.

Justin lives in Buckhead with his wife, two children, and two furbabies. He is an experienced Compliance Professional specializing in the healthcare industry with expertise in risk management and strategic planning. He joined Below the Belt Sports to dedicate his time and energy to provide a place where everyone is welcome and can find their community.

Joey Terena

vice-president

Joey Terena, a Columbia Southern University graduate, is committed to expanding LGBTQIA+ sporting organizations in the South. With a solid academic background and a passion for fostering inclusivity, Joey is focused on advancing equitable opportunities and enhancing representation in sports.

Leveraging experience and expertise gained through their education and professional endeavors, Joey is dedicated to developing and supporting LGBTQIA+ sports initiatives. Their work aims to build strong partnerships, promote community engagement, and create welcoming environments where every athlete can thrive.

Ace Beorchia

Secretary

Ace graduated from the University of Tennessee and moved to Georgia to begin his career as an entrepreneurship professor. In 2024, Ace joined an LGBTQIA+ sports league to find community after coming out a few years earlier. He quickly became a strong advocate for queer sports leagues as spaces that build friendships and encourage healthy competition. As such, he believes in Below the Belt's mission that centers community, philanthropy, and fun! Beyond sports, Ace has endless hobbies, including knitting, crocheting, cooking, baking, candle making, and chicken farming. He hopes to bring his passion for innovative problem solving and organizational research to the great team at Below the Belt Sports.

Chandler Roth

Communications Director & Co-Founder

Morgan’s brother. Not his husband. Just to be clear. Chandler has been an active participant in LGBTQIA+ sports since COVID. He is a seasoned Marketing and Communications professional, and has enjoyed bringing his expertise to this new venture!

Craig conyers

Strategic Partnerships Director

Craig Conyers Jr. is a talent acquisition and university engagement professional based in Atlanta, GA, with an MBA from Georgia College & State University (2023). He has experience at Norfolk Southern and Techtronic Industries, specializing in recruitment, employer branding, and DEI initiatives. Passionate about diversity hiring, he has led efforts to increase female and minority representation through strategic partnerships. Originally from Dallas, TX, Craig enjoys playing kickball and tennis, spending time with friends, and experimenting with new recipes—often with the help of his air fryer. Currently, he is preparing for the PHR exam and exploring new career opportunities in talent acquisition and recruitment strategy

Michel Morin

Financial Director

Michel Morin is a dedicated and compassionate volunteer with a passion for creating an inclusive community within the LGBTQIA+ sport community. As a transplant from the Great White North, Michel moved from Ottawa, Ontario to Atlanta in 2018 and has enjoyed watching the queer sports community grow and flourish as an inclusive space for all. Over the years he has worked with other LGBTQIA+ sport organizations and was thrilled with the opportunity to be part of launching a southern queer sports tournament. As a graduate from Western Governors University with a bachelor's in business management and accounting, he has a solid foundation when it comes to business. When not volunteering Michel enjoys spending time with his aussiedoodle Abby, biking the beltline, and is always seeking new ways to contribute to the community. Michel is excited to bring enthusiasm, commitment, and expertise to Below the Belt Sports and looks forward to supporting its mission in meaningful ways.

Paige Taylor

Sports Director

Paige Taylor is a proud resident of Atlanta, Georgia and has previously lived in both Colorado and Chicago. Sports have always been an integral part of her life, especially soccer, as she played for 18 years and ended her career playing collegiate soccer at Valdosta State University. In her role as Sports Director, Paige is dedicated to expanding LGBTQIA+ sports in the South, aiming to provide a safe and enjoyable sporting experience that fosters community connection. When she isn't working or playing kickball, Paige enjoys spending quality time with her wonderful partner, Audrey, and their Great Dane, Toly. 

Sebastian Acuna

Operations Director

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James Branche

Community Engagement Director

James Branche attended college in Upstate NY where he was born and raised.   He moved to Atlanta in 2022 looking for a change of scenery and found a community.  He has worked in the Human Resources field for over 15 year and currently is the HR Manager for a mid-size nationwide company.  The importance of community and belonging is something James has seen and felt first hand through his employment, non-profit board service, the marching arts and most recently LGBTQIA+ sports.  At the end of the day we all want to feel like we belong and he will work hard to help Below the Belt Sports give everyone that feeling.  

Deshanta Johnson

Member-At-large (logistics)

Demo has played professional women's tackle football for IWFL and WFA. She has been playing kickball since 2015 for both women's and co-ed leagues. She has become a huge advocate for LGBTQIA sports and enthusiastically jumped at the opportunity to get involved with Below The Belt Sports.

taylor batie

events manager

Taylor Batie is a native of Orangeburg, South Carolina. From an early age, she has always been passionate about athletics and the realm of sports. This passion led to her pursue her B.S. in Exercise Science from Wake Forest University. After moving to Atlanta and joining Stonewall Sports, she was reminded of that love firsthand. Since joining her kickball team, she has become a huge advocate for LGBTQIA sports and enthusiastically jumped at the opportunity to get involved with Below The Belt Sports.  In her free time, you can catch her training for her next race, traveling, or hanging with friends.

D'Asjia thomas

sports committee member

Meet Asjia, a passionate sports enthusiast and proud mommy of two beautiful girls. She thrives on the joy of family and friends, always finding time to cheer for and play on her favorite teams. With the motto, “Believe you can, and you’re halfway there,” Asjia inspires others to pursue their dreams while embracing the of an active lifestyle. She has become a huge advocate for LGBTQIA sports and enthusiastically jumped at the opportunity to get involved with Below The Belt Sports.

bryce mccarter

pickleball Manager

Originally from the North Georgia Mountains, Bryce has been around sports all his life. He is an attorney living and working in the great ATL! He is excited to bring a safe space for all to enjoy, all while trying to make up for all the fun he missed out on while studying throughout law school!

walker woods

asst. pickleball Manager

Walker is originally from Hawkinsville, GA, and graduated in 2023 from Georgia College & State University in Milledgeville with a degree in Management Information Systems. After graduation, he moved to Atlanta to pursue a career in data analysis and now works for an electrical engineering firm. Outside of work, he enjoys watching new movies and shows, discovering new food spots, and spending a little more money than he probably should. 

Ranger Roth

Mascot and Cheerleader

Ranger has been around sporting events for all his life. He loves to run around the kickball field and watch all of his friends play! He is excited for this new venture with Below the Belt Sports and making new friends!

AJ Poole

Member-At-Large

Draft kickball manager

Founding President

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