Beginning second year as head coach of the Lady Blackcats.
Coach two years as head coach at Mullins Elementary (2008-10)
Served five years as assistant coach at Betsy Layne (2010-15)
Captured All “A” Classic state championship in 2011; Reach All “A” Classic Final Four in 2014.
Played for two seasons at the University of Pikeville for Kelly Wells.
Graduated from Morehead State University with bachelor’s Degree.
Obtained Master’s Degree in Special Education from University of Cumberlands.
Your philosophy on coaching? “My coaching philosophy is centered around three things: faith, family, and competing …in that order. I thank God every day for putting me in the position to do something I love and be able to have a positive influence on young people’s lives at the same time. I teach my girls every day to try and leave a positive impact on someone else’s life. It could be something as simple as a gesture, a smile, or a kind word that can brighten someone else’s day. Leave positivity everywhere you go. I strive to create a family-like atmosphere with my team and treat each of my players like they’re one of my own. It’s vital to make this feel like a family to get the best out of each one of them every day. I stress to my players all the time the need to compete. Whether it is on the court, in the classroom, or in life there will always be obstacles to not go your way. If you compete and give it everything you have, you can be satisfied with the results.”
Favorite food? “Mexican”
Country or rock? “Rock”
Favorite group? “Def Leppard”
Your Hero? “I have two in my children. First, my son Brayden. The strength he displayed for the first month of his life was so inspiring to me. At that moment in time it was very touch and go to the point where we didn’t know if he’d make it or not. Seeing my son fight so hard and have a never-give up mentality made me realize how precious life is. Secondly, my daughter Kylie. At age three she was diagnosed with Autism. Watching her daily, seeing her adapt and achieve milestones makes me appreciate the small things. What might seem like small and meaningless things to some are huge achievements for others and should never be taken for granted.”