The early life and experiences growing up in Denton, Texas, raised by his grandmother and his struggles overcoming a speech impediment. Attended Fred Moore High School. Actively involved in sports led to a career of coaching in football, girls’ basketball, track and golf in Denton, Texas and in Missouri. Received many awards and recognition in both his coaching and teaching career as District Teacher of the Year, 2001. A 2010 Langston University Sports Hall of Fame inductee.