McAlester Public Schools recently announced the appointment of Lou Dawkins as the new head boys basketball coach for McAlester High School. Dawkins, who previously coached at Muskogee High School starting in 2022, brings over 15 years of experience in high school basketball coaching. Hailing from Saginaw, Michigan, Dawkins also has a collegiate basketball background, having played for the University of Tulsa from 1989 to 1994. His hiring was officially approved during a school board meeting on Monday night.
With Dawkins now at the helm, McAlester High School's basketball program looks to benefit from his wealth of coaching knowledge and experience. Dawkins' track record in coaching and his background as a former collegiate player position him well to lead the team to success. The addition of Dawkins to the coaching staff reflects the school's commitment to enhancing its basketball program and fostering a competitive athletic environment for its students.