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Husband • Father of 5 • Ann & James Sears Bryant Head Men’s Basketball Coach @HCUAthletics • NCAA Division I • @SouthlandSports • Ephesians 3:20 • #DawgsUp

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Lots of upgrades going on in Sharp including a players lounge area, nutrition station, office enhancements, custom furniture, digital scorers tables, and more. We will “Celebrate Sharp” as we embrace the history of the HBU/HCU program and the players who came through it. A big part of that celebration is upgrading the facility and making it the best it can be as we enhance the student-athlete, fan, and employee experience for all who spend time in the building. We look forward to showing all the upgrades in the coming weeks!

Lots of upgrades going on in Sharp including a players lounge area, nutrition station, office enhancements, custom furniture, digital scorers tables, and more. We will “Celebrate Sharp” as we embrace the history of the HBU/HCU program and the players who came through it. A big part of that celebration is upgrading the facility and making it the best it can be as we enhance the student-athlete, fan, and employee experience for all who spend time in the building. We look forward to showing all the upgrades in the coming weeks!

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We have a second high-level player in the portal who has earned the right to level up. I’ve spent the majority of the last 730 days with Demari Williams. Over his two years at HCU, I’ve watched him develop into exactly the player Arizona State saw when they signed him out of high school. • Slashing wing with a grown-man, Power 5 body • 6’6” (measured with shoes), 220 lbs — not an ounce of fat on him • Dynamic defender who can guard 1-4 • Elite on-ball defender who matched up against our opponent’s #1 scorer each night • Played his best when it mattered most. In 28 Southland Conference games: 10.4 PPG on 90-194 FG (.464), 21-60 from three (.350), and 90-107 FT (.882). • Against Iowa State (12/29/25): 19 PTS (7-13 FG), 5 REB • Good perimeter shooter who can really cut — best 45 and corner cutter I’ve ever coached Off the floor, Demari’s habits are elite. He eats clean, takes great care of his body, works hard in the weight room, and has zero bad habits or vices. Note: Last season we had two double-figure scorers at HCU who entered the portal for revenue opportunities: Julian Mackey (to FIU) and Bryson Dawkins (to YSU). Both were feature players and double-digit scorers at their new schools. Demari is cut from the same cloth and will be great for you. Call or text me with any questions. I’ll give you everything you need to know.

We have a second high-level player in the portal who has earned the right to level up. I’ve spent the majority of the last 730 days with Demari Williams. Over his two years at HCU, I’ve watched him develop into exactly the player Arizona State saw when they signed him out of high school. • Slashing wing with a grown-man, Power 5 body • 6’6” (measured with shoes), 220 lbs — not an ounce of fat on him • Dynamic defender who can guard 1-4 • Elite on-ball defender who matched up against our opponent’s #1 scorer each night • Played his best when it mattered most. In 28 Southland Conference games: 10.4 PPG on 90-194 FG (.464), 21-60 from three (.350), and 90-107 FT (.882). • Against Iowa State (12/29/25): 19 PTS (7-13 FG), 5 REB • Good perimeter shooter who can really cut — best 45 and corner cutter I’ve ever coached Off the floor, Demari’s habits are elite. He eats clean, takes great care of his body, works hard in the weight room, and has zero bad habits or vices. Note: Last season we had two double-figure scorers at HCU who entered the portal for revenue opportunities: Julian Mackey (to FIU) and Bryson Dawkins (to YSU). Both were feature players and double-digit scorers at their new schools. Demari is cut from the same cloth and will be great for you. Call or text me with any questions. I’ll give you everything you need to know.

61,154 views • 2 months ago

Elijah Brooks played the last two years for us at HCU and is available in the portal. He’s the real deal: • Two-year starter who led our team in scoring (12.3 PPG), finished second in rebounding (4.5 RPG), and led in steals (1.5 SPG) this season. • Switchable defender who can guard 1-4 effectively. • 6’4” PG (6’3” without shoes, 6’4” with shoes. We measure). • American Conference+ level athlete — plays downhill, explosive vertical athlete with high-level strength and burst. • Extremely high basketball IQ — Elijah initiated our offense from the point, which included seven formations and over 50 sets/variations. • Developed into an elite pick-and-roll player — rarely missed a pocket pass or read. Float game established. • Barkley game (watch the 11/27/24 game vs. NAU for the full Barkley bag including 29 PTS on 13-19 FG). Most teams run a double at him and are forced to play in rotation. • Elite cutter off the ball • Game-changer in transition with his speed and vision • Career 189/381 (.496 FG%) — all at the NCAA Division I level • Broke his hand this season, but it’s fully healed with no restrictions. He’s been working out daily in our gym and is 100% ready to go. There will be no issue with the medical hardship as we have x-rays, documents, and info from doctors, specialists and surgeons. He appeared in 8 game, all in the first semester. Call me with any questions. I’ll tell you everything you need to know. Note: Last season we had two high level players at HCU enter the portal for enhanced revenue opportunities: Julian Mackey (to FIU) and Bryson Dawkins (to YSU). Both were double-figure scorers who absolutely crushed it at their next school. Elijah is cut from the same cloth and will do the same for you. Hit me up!

Elijah Brooks played the last two years for us at HCU and is available in the portal. He’s the real deal: • Two-year starter who led our team in scoring (12.3 PPG), finished second in rebounding (4.5 RPG), and led in steals (1.5 SPG) this season. • Switchable defender who can guard 1-4 effectively. • 6’4” PG (6’3” without shoes, 6’4” with shoes. We measure). • American Conference+ level athlete — plays downhill, explosive vertical athlete with high-level strength and burst. • Extremely high basketball IQ — Elijah initiated our offense from the point, which included seven formations and over 50 sets/variations. • Developed into an elite pick-and-roll player — rarely missed a pocket pass or read. Float game established. • Barkley game (watch the 11/27/24 game vs. NAU for the full Barkley bag including 29 PTS on 13-19 FG). Most teams run a double at him and are forced to play in rotation. • Elite cutter off the ball • Game-changer in transition with his speed and vision • Career 189/381 (.496 FG%) — all at the NCAA Division I level • Broke his hand this season, but it’s fully healed with no restrictions. He’s been working out daily in our gym and is 100% ready to go. There will be no issue with the medical hardship as we have x-rays, documents, and info from doctors, specialists and surgeons. He appeared in 8 game, all in the first semester. Call me with any questions. I’ll tell you everything you need to know. Note: Last season we had two high level players at HCU enter the portal for enhanced revenue opportunities: Julian Mackey (to FIU) and Bryson Dawkins (to YSU). Both were double-figure scorers who absolutely crushed it at their next school. Elijah is cut from the same cloth and will do the same for you. Hit me up!

35,985 views • 2 months ago

You can be a great team with resources that rank in the middle of your conference. You can take a job and have success at a school in which the administration has higher expectations than they give you resources. The reality is, it is difficult to get any head coaching position, especially for those looking for their first. First time head coaches usually aren’t getting max resourced jobs in high school, college, or in the pros. The resource excuse is often a crutch for coaches: “We didn’t beat them because they have more.” “How are we suppose to win with our facilities?” “We travel in vans. They travel charter; they are more well-rested and prepared.” When deciding whether to apply for, go through the hiring process, and ultimately, making the decision to accept a new position, coaches should ask themselves three questions: 1. “Is my new administration open-minded to finding creative solutions to bridging the resource gaps so we can provide the best experience for our student-athletes?” -Creating revenue: My current athletic director David Spafford has taught me a lot about revenue creation in athletics. There are a lot of ways to bridge the budget gap including fundraising, corporate sponsorships, ticket sales, facility rentals, camps, and much more. The possibilities are endless. If you are looking at a position where the allocated resources aren’t where they need to be to compete then ask yourself if you’re the right person to help create revenue. You’ll see a job where the previous 10 years yielded multiple coaches and no success. Then one coach comes in and turns everything around without a change to the allocated resources. Chances are, the new coach is a better fit for the job than prior coaches. They usually arrive with a bag full of creative solutions and positive energy to move the program forward. If you don’t have budget money for post-workout nutrition for your student-athletes then go raise money. If you need a new weight room then go talk to corporate sponsors around the community about giving X amount of dollars annually for the next 10 years. Get an architectural rendering. Go out and show the community what is needed, why it benefits them and others. Remember, actual coaching is a small percentage of the job. Building a program is so much more. 2. “What do I need as a coach for success, what are my non-negotiables, and does this position provide them so I can help the school, program, and student-athletes achieve success?” -Every coach needs talented players, but it’s more than that. Style of play is really important for each coach. Does the job you’re considering allow you to work with and develop the type of athlete you need to be successful. Some coaches are flexible in working with different leadership styles, many are not. Can you handle an athletic director who micro-manages or who can and will blow up on you? Do you prefer a more hands-off AD? What kind of boss do you need and does the job provide it? Make a list of 3-5 non-negotiables. Does the job have them? If they don’t then you already know your answer. The job has to line up with your core values. 3. “Can we compete towards the top third of the conference if I am the head coach at this job?” -The quality of every job is ultimately on a sliding scale based on how good the conference is. Maybe the job you are considering is poorly-resourced but it’s also in a weak conference. This is the type of job you should consider taking. The jobs you need to avoid are the worst jobs within the best leagues. You can take and find success in a low-resourced positions if the league is just ok. However, there is minimal pathway to success if you’re in the best league and at an under-resourced school. If you do catch lighting in a bottle, there won’t be sustainability with this set up.

You can be a great team with resources that rank in the middle of your conference. You can take a job and have success at a school in which the administration has higher expectations than they give you resources. The reality is, it is difficult to get any head coaching position, especially for those looking for their first. First time head coaches usually aren’t getting max resourced jobs in high school, college, or in the pros. The resource excuse is often a crutch for coaches: “We didn’t beat them because they have more.” “How are we suppose to win with our facilities?” “We travel in vans. They travel charter; they are more well-rested and prepared.” When deciding whether to apply for, go through the hiring process, and ultimately, making the decision to accept a new position, coaches should ask themselves three questions: 1. “Is my new administration open-minded to finding creative solutions to bridging the resource gaps so we can provide the best experience for our student-athletes?” -Creating revenue: My current athletic director David Spafford has taught me a lot about revenue creation in athletics. There are a lot of ways to bridge the budget gap including fundraising, corporate sponsorships, ticket sales, facility rentals, camps, and much more. The possibilities are endless. If you are looking at a position where the allocated resources aren’t where they need to be to compete then ask yourself if you’re the right person to help create revenue. You’ll see a job where the previous 10 years yielded multiple coaches and no success. Then one coach comes in and turns everything around without a change to the allocated resources. Chances are, the new coach is a better fit for the job than prior coaches. They usually arrive with a bag full of creative solutions and positive energy to move the program forward. If you don’t have budget money for post-workout nutrition for your student-athletes then go raise money. If you need a new weight room then go talk to corporate sponsors around the community about giving X amount of dollars annually for the next 10 years. Get an architectural rendering. Go out and show the community what is needed, why it benefits them and others. Remember, actual coaching is a small percentage of the job. Building a program is so much more. 2. “What do I need as a coach for success, what are my non-negotiables, and does this position provide them so I can help the school, program, and student-athletes achieve success?” -Every coach needs talented players, but it’s more than that. Style of play is really important for each coach. Does the job you’re considering allow you to work with and develop the type of athlete you need to be successful. Some coaches are flexible in working with different leadership styles, many are not. Can you handle an athletic director who micro-manages or who can and will blow up on you? Do you prefer a more hands-off AD? What kind of boss do you need and does the job provide it? Make a list of 3-5 non-negotiables. Does the job have them? If they don’t then you already know your answer. The job has to line up with your core values. 3. “Can we compete towards the top third of the conference if I am the head coach at this job?” -The quality of every job is ultimately on a sliding scale based on how good the conference is. Maybe the job you are considering is poorly-resourced but it’s also in a weak conference. This is the type of job you should consider taking. The jobs you need to avoid are the worst jobs within the best leagues. You can take and find success in a low-resourced positions if the league is just ok. However, there is minimal pathway to success if you’re in the best league and at an under-resourced school. If you do catch lighting in a bottle, there won’t be sustainability with this set up.

276,614 views • 2 years ago

“Every day preach the gospel and sometimes use words.” When people witness their parents, coaches, and mentors being loving spouses, committed parents, motivated professionals, and active community members, they will likely develop these same character traits. Lead by example.

“Every day preach the gospel and sometimes use words.” When people witness their parents, coaches, and mentors being loving spouses, committed parents, motivated professionals, and active community members, they will likely develop these same character traits. Lead by example.

301,610 views • 3 years ago

🚨 Big man alert 🚨 Everyone’s hunting for size in the portal. We’ve got one who you need to look at. Meet Ahjany Lee (6’9 1/2” on the tape with shoes on). Ahjany just wrapped up two seasons at HCU after beginning his career at the University of St. Thomas (MN) in the Summit League, where he played for one of the best mid-major coaches in the country in Johnny Tauer. Ahjany Lee: • Skilled, mobile big who rebounds, protects the rim, and is a legitimate pick-and-pop threat • Fully recovered from an October 2024 knee injury. Crushed it in the summer and early fall of 2024 and had earned our starting big man spot prior to the injury. Came back in 2025-26 and by the middle part of this season was comfortable, confident, and explosive (see included highlights). • Elite per-minute producer: At St. Thomas as an underclassmen he played 822 minutes across two seasons. He averaged 4.6 PPG, 3.7 RPG, and nearly 1 BPG in just 13.9 MPG (.508 FG / .364 3PT / .802 FT). Play him 28 minutes per game and those numbers are 9.2 PPG, 7.5 RPG, and 2 BPG. • Very intelligent, consistent work ethic, and high character. *Basketball family — Sister is Ayoka Lee who was a star at Kansas State. Coaches: Call me on Ahjany and I’ll let you know everything you need to know. Ahjany can help immediately as a 2nd/3rd big at the D1 level or be a featured piece at an NCAA D2. Hit me up!

🚨 Big man alert 🚨 Everyone’s hunting for size in the portal. We’ve got one who you need to look at. Meet Ahjany Lee (6’9 1/2” on the tape with shoes on). Ahjany just wrapped up two seasons at HCU after beginning his career at the University of St. Thomas (MN) in the Summit League, where he played for one of the best mid-major coaches in the country in Johnny Tauer. Ahjany Lee: • Skilled, mobile big who rebounds, protects the rim, and is a legitimate pick-and-pop threat • Fully recovered from an October 2024 knee injury. Crushed it in the summer and early fall of 2024 and had earned our starting big man spot prior to the injury. Came back in 2025-26 and by the middle part of this season was comfortable, confident, and explosive (see included highlights). • Elite per-minute producer: At St. Thomas as an underclassmen he played 822 minutes across two seasons. He averaged 4.6 PPG, 3.7 RPG, and nearly 1 BPG in just 13.9 MPG (.508 FG / .364 3PT / .802 FT). Play him 28 minutes per game and those numbers are 9.2 PPG, 7.5 RPG, and 2 BPG. • Very intelligent, consistent work ethic, and high character. *Basketball family — Sister is Ayoka Lee who was a star at Kansas State. Coaches: Call me on Ahjany and I’ll let you know everything you need to know. Ahjany can help immediately as a 2nd/3rd big at the D1 level or be a featured piece at an NCAA D2. Hit me up!

27,297 views • 2 months ago

There are 362 NCAA Division I head men’s basketball coaching positions in the country. I don’t take for granted how fortunate I am to be offered the opportunity to lead one of these programs, specifically, Houston Christian University (HCU). First, I want to thank the Lord for this opportunity. I want to thank HCU President Dr. Sloan, Director of Athletics Steve Moniaci, Deputy Athletic Director Stan Williamson, and James and Ann Bryant. All five of you have played a vital role in allowing my family the opportunity to move to Houston to join your prestigious institution. Thanks for your belief in me and our vision to reimagine and reinvigorate the men’s basketball program. I would like to thank and honor Coach Ron Cottrell and his coaching staffs who spent the last 33 years leading the HCU basketball program. This includes long-time assistants Steven Key and Jud Kinne as well as many other assistants. Ron and his staff dominated the NAIA and Red River Conference days of the 90’s and early 2000’s. They fearlessly led the program back to the NCAA Division I level, through the probationary period, to the Great West Conference, and to the Southland Conference. It is a privilege to follow Coach Cottrell and build on his body of work. I am grateful for the previous colleges and universities who afforded me the opportunity to lead their programs. Rock Valley College, Graceland University, and most recently and for the last six years, Emporia State University. I will be posting an in-depth message thanking some specific people who changed my life from Emporia State in the coming days. In the meantime, I want to express my gratitude for your support and love during our ESU tenure. The Emporia community is incredible. Alexys and I not only raised our four children in the community but we also watched your children grow, too. It was a special time in our family’s life. Thanks to my wife and children, my parents, my assistants, and our former student-athletes. College athletics is all about people and creating value for each other. Thanks for partnering with me each day as we pressed forward to make degree progress, impact our community, and win games and championships. The work continues with great excitement for the future at Houston Christian University. As George Strait famously sings, “Take me to Texas.” Proverbs 19:21

There are 362 NCAA Division I head men’s basketball coaching positions in the country. I don’t take for granted how fortunate I am to be offered the opportunity to lead one of these programs, specifically, Houston Christian University (HCU). First, I want to thank the Lord for this opportunity. I want to thank HCU President Dr. Sloan, Director of Athletics Steve Moniaci, Deputy Athletic Director Stan Williamson, and James and Ann Bryant. All five of you have played a vital role in allowing my family the opportunity to move to Houston to join your prestigious institution. Thanks for your belief in me and our vision to reimagine and reinvigorate the men’s basketball program. I would like to thank and honor Coach Ron Cottrell and his coaching staffs who spent the last 33 years leading the HCU basketball program. This includes long-time assistants Steven Key and Jud Kinne as well as many other assistants. Ron and his staff dominated the NAIA and Red River Conference days of the 90’s and early 2000’s. They fearlessly led the program back to the NCAA Division I level, through the probationary period, to the Great West Conference, and to the Southland Conference. It is a privilege to follow Coach Cottrell and build on his body of work. I am grateful for the previous colleges and universities who afforded me the opportunity to lead their programs. Rock Valley College, Graceland University, and most recently and for the last six years, Emporia State University. I will be posting an in-depth message thanking some specific people who changed my life from Emporia State in the coming days. In the meantime, I want to express my gratitude for your support and love during our ESU tenure. The Emporia community is incredible. Alexys and I not only raised our four children in the community but we also watched your children grow, too. It was a special time in our family’s life. Thanks to my wife and children, my parents, my assistants, and our former student-athletes. College athletics is all about people and creating value for each other. Thanks for partnering with me each day as we pressed forward to make degree progress, impact our community, and win games and championships. The work continues with great excitement for the future at Houston Christian University. As George Strait famously sings, “Take me to Texas.” Proverbs 19:21

203,017 views • 2 years ago

Yesterday was a day of basketball for the Doty family. It started with a 6:30 AM wake up call as our first grader, Amery, coached by her momma and a former D1 athlete fellow mom, played an 8:00 AM game at our church in Sugar Land. Amery has worked really hard over the past months. She scored three baskets all of last season. She made six shots in yesterday’s game alone (see video for a few of her makes). Our son Braylon, a junior in high school, coached his third grade team at 2:00 PM at the church. His team has won some games and he said, “Maybe I should get into coaching for a career.” I think he should keep his lofty goals of becoming a US diplomat or going into medicine 😆. I’m just glad he is enjoying running practices and helping the youth develop through this volunteer opportunity. At 3:30 PM our Houston Christian University team tipped off a Southland Conference game in Houston. We got the win so Alexys and Braylon weren’t the only winning coaches in the family like previous weekends. In all seriousness, our players played an incredible second half and earned an important victory.

Yesterday was a day of basketball for the Doty family. It started with a 6:30 AM wake up call as our first grader, Amery, coached by her momma and a former D1 athlete fellow mom, played an 8:00 AM game at our church in Sugar Land. Amery has worked really hard over the past months. She scored three baskets all of last season. She made six shots in yesterday’s game alone (see video for a few of her makes). Our son Braylon, a junior in high school, coached his third grade team at 2:00 PM at the church. His team has won some games and he said, “Maybe I should get into coaching for a career.” I think he should keep his lofty goals of becoming a US diplomat or going into medicine 😆. I’m just glad he is enjoying running practices and helping the youth develop through this volunteer opportunity. At 3:30 PM our Houston Christian University team tipped off a Southland Conference game in Houston. We got the win so Alexys and Braylon weren’t the only winning coaches in the family like previous weekends. In all seriousness, our players played an incredible second half and earned an important victory.

49,150 views • 5 months ago

We switch 1 through 5 on dribble handoffs and ball-screens. Here is a game clip of our switches as well as a practice clip going through DHO switches. We present tonight in Chicagoland at College of DuPage at 7:00 PM using on-court demonstrations and film. See you there if you’re in the area. Note: If you can’t make it tonight but still want the game and practice clips we are presenting at the clinic then leave a comment below and I’ll get you the video. Thank you!

We switch 1 through 5 on dribble handoffs and ball-screens. Here is a game clip of our switches as well as a practice clip going through DHO switches. We present tonight in Chicagoland at College of DuPage at 7:00 PM using on-court demonstrations and film. See you there if you’re in the area. Note: If you can’t make it tonight but still want the game and practice clips we are presenting at the clinic then leave a comment below and I’ll get you the video. Thank you!

185,955 views • 3 years ago

There will be a day when Calvin doesn’t love everything I do and no longer follows me around outside as I mow the lawn. However, I’ll enjoy each day my 4-year old loves and looks up to his dad with child’s eyes. I’m telling you guys, being a father is one of the greatest titles and responsibilities a man can have.

There will be a day when Calvin doesn’t love everything I do and no longer follows me around outside as I mow the lawn. However, I’ll enjoy each day my 4-year old loves and looks up to his dad with child’s eyes. I’m telling you guys, being a father is one of the greatest titles and responsibilities a man can have.

15,316 views • 2 months ago

Perhaps the worst way to manage modern athletes is treating the best players like royalty and the less-developed athletes like trash. Top players should be held to the highest level of accountability. Being a star player should be more difficult than being any other level of athlete. If coaches hold their best players to a high standard then the rest of the team will follow thus creating a culture of excellence.

Perhaps the worst way to manage modern athletes is treating the best players like royalty and the less-developed athletes like trash. Top players should be held to the highest level of accountability. Being a star player should be more difficult than being any other level of athlete. If coaches hold their best players to a high standard then the rest of the team will follow thus creating a culture of excellence.

109,019 views • 2 years ago

We played with Texas for a half on the road in front of a crowd of 10,993 people. It was a 3 point game with 2:08 remaining in the first half. A pair of second half 12-0 runs for the Longhorns put the game away as we got wore down by the size, strength, and NBA level talent of the #19 ranked team in country. It was a great environment for our student-athletes to compete in. We will continue to work in growing the HCU program as we also play nationally ranked power programs Creighton (#15) and Texas A&M (#13) this season. #DawgsUp

We played with Texas for a half on the road in front of a crowd of 10,993 people. It was a 3 point game with 2:08 remaining in the first half. A pair of second half 12-0 runs for the Longhorns put the game away as we got wore down by the size, strength, and NBA level talent of the #19 ranked team in country. It was a great environment for our student-athletes to compete in. We will continue to work in growing the HCU program as we also play nationally ranked power programs Creighton (#15) and Texas A&M (#13) this season. #DawgsUp

58,190 views • 1 year ago

Over the past few months we have made substantial upgrades to our HCU facilities. Our student-athletes and staff have been enjoying the new look and feel. The upgrades include: *New flooring for the offices, foyer, and players lounge *A fueling station with cabinetry and granite countertops *Branding, wraps, illuminated signage, decals, and accent walls *Custom furniture from Dream Seat *Personalized locker room LED screens *Digital scorer’s tables from Sideline Interactive

Over the past few months we have made substantial upgrades to our HCU facilities. Our student-athletes and staff have been enjoying the new look and feel. The upgrades include: New flooring for the offices, foyer, and players lounge A fueling station with cabinetry and granite countertops Branding, wraps, illuminated signage, decals, and accent walls Custom furniture from Dream Seat Personalized locker room LED screens Digital scorer’s tables from Sideline Interactive

23,199 views • 8 months ago

A big thanks to the SEC/ESPN+ announcers for their kind words about Braylon during the broadcast of our game today against Texas A&M. Braylon has been hospitalized since Tuesday night. He underwent a successful ERCP procedure today. Gallbladder removal surgery is on deck in the coming day(s). It’s been a wild week. Alexys Doty has been amazing! We have received help from many people including our new neighbors in Texas, as well as our staff/friends at Houston Christian University. Along with being there for Braylon in his time of need, we still needed to care for our 2-year old, 4-year old, and 6-year old children. Alexys and I have spent countless hours at the hospital rotating and sometimes together. The only way our care and coverage of Braylon is possible is because of the community that surrounds us in this new area where we don’t have any family. We are so grateful! Braylon is feeling really good right now. The gallbladder still needs to come out though as there are more stones present that pose future risk and problems. He looks forward to losing this organ and being able to eat again as he hasn’t had a bite of food since Tuesday. He has been a champ through this process and now has some potential interest in medicine. Psalm 41:3

A big thanks to the SEC/ESPN+ announcers for their kind words about Braylon during the broadcast of our game today against Texas A&M. Braylon has been hospitalized since Tuesday night. He underwent a successful ERCP procedure today. Gallbladder removal surgery is on deck in the coming day(s). It’s been a wild week. Alexys Doty has been amazing! We have received help from many people including our new neighbors in Texas, as well as our staff/friends at Houston Christian University. Along with being there for Braylon in his time of need, we still needed to care for our 2-year old, 4-year old, and 6-year old children. Alexys and I have spent countless hours at the hospital rotating and sometimes together. The only way our care and coverage of Braylon is possible is because of the community that surrounds us in this new area where we don’t have any family. We are so grateful! Braylon is feeling really good right now. The gallbladder still needs to come out though as there are more stones present that pose future risk and problems. He looks forward to losing this organ and being able to eat again as he hasn’t had a bite of food since Tuesday. He has been a champ through this process and now has some potential interest in medicine. Psalm 41:3

29,026 views • 1 year ago

Atavian Butler (6’3,” 195 lbs) is an outgoing senior at Emporia State who has exhausted his college eligibility and is looking at pro opportunities moving forward. Tae is a downhill wing who can finish above the rim, defend at a high level, and score at all three levels. He averaged 13.4 PPG in the MIAA on .476/.348/.710 splits. Tae is St. Louis tough on the court and the kindest person ever off the court. He is beloved by his teammates and coaches.

Atavian Butler (6’3,” 195 lbs) is an outgoing senior at Emporia State who has exhausted his college eligibility and is looking at pro opportunities moving forward. Tae is a downhill wing who can finish above the rim, defend at a high level, and score at all three levels. He averaged 13.4 PPG in the MIAA on .476/.348/.710 splits. Tae is St. Louis tough on the court and the kindest person ever off the court. He is beloved by his teammates and coaches.

23,640 views • 2 years ago

Houston Christian University *NCAA Division I athletics *Southland Conference *Prestigious academics *Private, Christian, Liberal Arts *An intimate college environment in the heart of one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the United States. *Beautiful 100-acre campus is located just minutes from the city’s thriving downtown district.

Houston Christian University NCAA Division I athletics Southland Conference Prestigious academics Private, Christian, Liberal Arts An intimate college environment in the heart of one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the United States. Beautiful 100-acre campus is located just minutes from the city’s thriving downtown district.

20,244 views • 2 years ago

Another road win. Lots of dunks. And most importantly, family time on FaceTime after the game. We’ve won three in a row, five of our last six, and are tied for third in the Southland with a 6-3 conference record. There is more work to be done. Thanks for your support!

Another road win. Lots of dunks. And most importantly, family time on FaceTime after the game. We’ve won three in a row, five of our last six, and are tied for third in the Southland with a 6-3 conference record. There is more work to be done. Thanks for your support!

13,489 views • 1 year ago

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