Coach DeVon English

COACHING HIGHLIGHTS

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• 20+ years of coaching experience across multiple sports, focusing on building high-performing basketball programs and holistically developing student-athletes.

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• Proven leader in player development, designing and executing off-season skill-building and conditioning programs for high school and middle school athletes.

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• Specialist in team alignment, vertically integrating middle school systems with high school strategy to ensure program continuity and long-term success.

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• Strong communicator and collaborator, working daily with parents, administrators, and staff to meet all athletes' academic, behavioral, and athletic needs.

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• Experienced in compliance and operations, managing UIL, district, and campus documentation while directing logistics for practices, tournaments, and travel.

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• Committed to character development, leading daily culture-building sessions, and implementing a STACK-based leadership model (Servant Leadership, Trust, Accountability, Commitment, Knowledge).

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• Innovator in engagement, creating a program newsletter to connect with families, alumni, and boosters, and directing annual tournaments that showcase school pride and talent.

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• Extensive special education background, with expertise in IEP development and inclusion strategies that support diverse learners and athletes.

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• Recognized for coaching excellence as a TABC Assistant Coach of the Year finalist.

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• TABC Assistant Coach of the Year Finalist, recognized for impact on and off the court.

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• Guided over 25 players to the collegiate level, helping student-athletes earn opportunities at NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO programs through skill development, mentorship, and recruiting support.

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• Championship pedigree, including:

     🏆 Back-to-Back District Titles: 2011 & 2012 (12-0), 2016 & 2017 (14-0) – Little Elm                  High School

     🎯 Playoff Success: Regional Quarterfinals in 2012 & 2018, Area Finalist in 2013 &                2017 – Little Elm

     🏀 Braswell High School: 2019 District Champions; Bi-District & Area appearances in            2018–2019

     📈  Area Playoff Appearance – Ranchview (2008) | Playoffs – Sand Creek (2002–2004)

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