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Although prosecutors asked Judge Allen Webster to jail Otis pending sentencing, he walked out of court free on bail and is due back Dec. 1 for a hearing at which prosecutors will announce their retrial decision. Students should at the very least wear well-fitting masks that have multiple layers, have a nose wire, and are NOT cloth. continue , Craig Haase, Head Boys Basketball Coach at Arrowhead High School (Hartland, Wis.), is thankful for the opportunity to coach at Arrowhead for many reasons, including the staff, hard-working athletes and being an Arrowhead alumnus. continue , Iowa student section ejected for bullying refs, Share on Facebook Murray said the man approached his mother and suggested that the boy move to Southern California to play for the Dons. There are two aspects of California high school alums involved in the NBA Finals (since the very first one in 1950) that really stand out. Masks are not required outdoors. The official 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster for the Cal State Dominguez Hills Toros. The foreman said the jurors extended debate at times became heated.. The Mavs best player was Dirk Nowitzki, but that group also had three former state players of the year, including Hall of Fame point guard Jason Kidd (who got his first player ring after losing twice with the New Jersey Nets). The Compton Unified School District, which had fired Otis, rehired him after the acquittal -- but without reviewing testimony from the trial or independently investigating the coachs conduct, board members acknowledge. He has also played for the New Orleans Hornets, Charlotte Bobcats, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers. Vision, values and voice are a must, she said. continue , Racine Horlick High School (Wisconsin) athletic director Jay Hammes believes in more safety measures for creating safe, controlled events.Coach And Athletic Directors editor-in-chief Michael Austin interviewed Horlick at the 2012 NIAAA conference in San Antonio, Texas. First-Place. Dominguez recorded his 100th career head coaching victory Jan. 14, 2017 with 84-76 comeback win at Western Oregon, becoming the fastest coach in WWU men's basketball history to reach 100 wins, doing so in 140 games (100-40). 504/Dyslexia; Accountability; Advanced Academic Services; Alternative Certification Program; Anti-Bullying Bootcamp; Associate Superintendent (Athletics / Human Capital / Operations) Aggressive recruiting of star players, wherever they might live, was key to the Dons dominance. The two who wouldnt vote guilty said, Theres no smoking gun, said the foreman, who identified himself only as a retiree and graduate of Compton High School. Prosecutors offered the testimony as evidence of a pattern of conduct. Feb. 28, 2023. Then you have come to the right place! Levine said Otis latest accuser fabricated his story of a sexual advance because he wasnt getting sufficient playing time and wanted an excuse to transfer to another school -- a defense Levine also presented at the 2001 trial. HOW CAN MY CHILD/FAMILY RECEIVE A COVID-19 TEST? * Do not have a fever for 24 hours. The player transferred after the 2007-08 season and Otis was placed on paid administrative leave by the Compton Unified School District. gov/testing/ Spanish: https://covid19. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. Tyson Chandler was Mr. Basketball State Player of the Year at Dominguez twice. Follow Hempfield Boys Basketball on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @HBBTOGETHER; High School home games are held in the Buchanan Gym at Hempfield High School . 575-492-2145. Ultimately, the boy said, he did not take the class. Johnson played on NBA title teams both in Seattle and Boston. Thanks. Ely Ferrara Jr . This is the only school from California found with four since 1950 and that also probably would be a high total nationally. The number of text messages, and the times they were sent, until 2 to 3 a.m., that was clearly annoying the kid and it was unreasonable behavior in a coach-student relationship, said a male juror who did not give his name. WHAT SHOULD I DO? Head Coach. Silas was a teammate with Dennis Johnson with the Sonics in 1978 and before that was on two Boston Celtics title teams in 1974 and 1976. Steve Becker. In eight seasons leading the Vikings, Dominguez's teams have placed in the top two in the Great . gov/testing/ The Compton Unified School District continues to prioritize the health and safety of all students and staff. Did the jury believe any of them? Phone. The teenager testified that Otis gave him clothes and cash -- $200 on one occasion -- and offered to buy him a car. Hannum is listed as a player on a Syracuse Nationals team that lost in the NBA Finals to Minneapolis. An examination of Otis career reveals a charismatic figure whose dazzling success seems to have silenced doubts about his methods. Portervilles Bill Sharman and Los Angeles Hamiltons Alex Hannum also are Naismith Hall of Fame inductees. He helped dozens of players win college scholarships and saw four make it to the NBA. compton. At a preliminary hearing in the case, a school secretary testified that financial oversight of the Dominguez basketball program was weak. Much appreciation to Mr. Gonzales for arranging this unique experience for his scholars. Note: We hope you enjoy this free post on CalHiSports.com. 15301S. mdominguez@usw.edu. Coach Dominguez enters his second season as the Head Women's Basketball Coach. DiJon Bernard, a member of the 1989 Southern Section championship team, said Otis was driving him home from a practice and stopped outside a convenience store. Coaches of all levels attend to learn from the best, network and improve as coaches in order . Desert Mountain High School. Brooks played for the Houston Rockets in 1994 that won the NBA title and lost as head coach of the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2012. The district attorneys office is weighing whether it will retry Otis on that charge. He said he had only positive experiences at Dominguez and was glad he had transferred. * If your child is fully vaccinated AND does not have symptoms, they do not need to quarantine. Coach of the District. 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Chandler was drafted directly out of high school as the second overall pick of the 2001 NBA draft by the Los Angeles Clippers, then was immediately traded to the Chicago Bulls.He has also played for the New Orleans Hornets, Charlotte Bobcats, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns . HOME 5-1 AWAY 2-3 NEUTRAL 10-6. His attorney, Leonard Levine, said Otis never acted inappropriately with any players. Russell Otis, who directed Dominguez High School in Compton to five state boys basketball championships, was convicted Tuesday of misdemeanor child molesting, a crime that, withstanding appeals, would bar him from coaching or teaching minors. Twitter. His grandfather pressed him on why he wanted to leave Dominguez, insisting something had to be wrong, he said. He can be reached at markjtennis@gmail.com. If Im on that roster, in that gym, I have an opportunity to go to college too, said Burns, who now coaches womens basketball in South Carolina. Over two decades, Otis led the basketball team at Dominguez High School in Compton to five state titles and a top national ranking. Aural (auditory-musical): Prefer using sound and music. Apply to Basketball Coach, Tutor, Sports Coach and more! Dominguez High School. Phone records of those text messages were presented at trial, but the contents of the messages were lost or erased, the boy testified. Two others whove been a player and coach in the NBA Finals are Byron Scott from Morningside of Inglewood and Scott Brooks from East Union of Manteca. * Have no new or worsened symptoms and/or symptoms have improved. The results will also be used by administrators as they plan additional intervention programs and as they begin to create the Master Schedules for the 2022-2023 school year. Full Bio. If you or someone you know needs help, below aresome resources to help you or loved ones cope: Tips for discussing the tragedy with children: * What to say to kids when the news is scary (NPR) * Talking with children about difficult things in the news (Fred Rogers Institute) * Helping Children with Tragic Events in the News (PBS) * Parent Guidelines for Helping Youth After the Recent Shooting (The National Child Traumatic Stress Network) * Helping Children Cope with Frightening News (Child Mind Institute) * Coping in the Aftermath of a Shooting (American Counseling Association) * 15 Tips for Talking with Children about Violence (Colorn Colorado) If your child needs additional support at school, contact your school site administrator, who can connect you with our district's mental health support staff. California can boast of having three of the greatest in NBA history for winning championships as a player and head coach. Tournament Game. us <>@comptonunified, Dear Compton Unified Families, Please note the following updated information regarding mask-wearing at District sites. *One of our favorite teams was the 2011 Dallas Mavericks. Your childs school will provide you with a testing pass/card. A hearing has been set for December 1 to decide if the prosecutors will attempt to retry Otis on the felony sex charge. He later coached the St. Louis Hawks to the 1958 championship and had two other teams reach the NBA Finals. Hometown / High School Previous College; 1: David Cheatom 1: G: 6-4: 190: So. So the basketball program has long been a sorely needed source of pride. Examples of graduates on this list include Tyson Chandler and Brandon Jennings. * Keep your child at home. Atty. Jones was a key player on Celtics teams that won championships eight times in a row, beginning in 1959 and continuing through 1966. * Call the school and notify the school nurse or principal that your child is sick. Jaylen Reyes #10 of La Mirada reacts after being fouled in the second half of a first round Division 2A playoff prep basketball game against Dominguez High School at Whittier College in Whittier on Wednesday, February 12, 2020. . Angela Brunson claimed a courtroom victory because the misdemeanor conviction means Otis will have to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life. According to state test scores, 9% of students are at least proficient in math and 39% in reading. Dont forget to follow Mark on the Cal-Hi Sports Twitter handle: @CalHiSports. he knows the teacher and I wouldnt have to show up, the boy testified. What did Disney actually lose from its Florida battle with DeSantis? It has 1,926 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 25 to 1. Please read the following important guidelines to find out what to do if your child is sick or was in close contact with someone who is COVID-19 positive. 8. Bottom line: The most well-known high school basketball coach of all time was DeMatha High's Morgan Wooten, who won five national championships in 45 years. As of Feb 24, 2023, the average annual pay for a High School Basketball Coach in the United States is $61,845 a year. According to Ms. Harris, Mrs. Clifford offers an engaging learning space in which children want to be. WHAT IF I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? Los Angeles, 17 things to do in Santa Cruz, the old-school beach town that makes for a charming getaway, 12 reasons why Sycamore Avenue is L.A.s coolest new hangout, K-Pop isnt the only hot ticket in Koreatown how trot is captivating immigrants, Los Angeles is suddenly awash in waterfalls, Officials admit being unprepared for epic mountain blizzard, leaving many trapped and desperate, This is me, this is my face: Actress Mimi Rogers on aging naturally, without cosmetic surgery, The Week in Photos: California exits pandemic emergency amid a winter landscape. Bill Russell would still have to be known as the greatest player ever from a California school. It took the jury 12 days before announcing their verdict in a Los Angles County Superior Court Room. Prosecutors called Dontae to testify in this case to show Otis used the same pattern on the current victim that he used on Dontae nearly ten years ago. dunks over UMass forward Dyondre Dominguez (45) during an NCAA basketball game between UMass and VCU on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023 at the Siegel Center in Richmond, Virginia . Otis son testified that he never heard his father leave their Carson home that evening. Otis emphasized a suffocating, turnover-inducing defense, and in 1989 Dominguez won its first Southern Section championship. Jason Fochtman/Staff photographer Show More Show Less 2 of 4 College Park small forward Xander Singh (33) spins past The Woodlands guard Aden Dominguez (22) to the basket in the second quarter of a District 13-6A hight school basketball game at College Park High School, Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, in The Woodlands. In year one, the Mustangs saw improvements on and off the court. If you or a family member would like help finding a mental health care or substance use treatment provider, contact Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential coordination service provided by Compton Unified School District: * Call 888-515-0595. Ex-Dominguez coach Otis found guilty of misdemeanor sex charges, He was acquitted of two felonies, hung jury on felony sex charge. Black Vietnam Veteran Finally Honored with Medal of Honor, Wayne Shorter, Jazz Saxophone Pioneer, Dies at 89, Judge in Young Thug Trial Orders Probe of Leaked Evidence, Warriors take commanding 3-1 lead; beating Clippers 113-105, L.A. Sparks Fall Short 66-80 to Phoenix Mercury, Marcus Morris Shines in Game 1 for the Clippers, Clippers trade Stephenson to Memphis for Green. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. By the mid-1990s, Nike was giving the school $15,000 a year to travel to play the best teams in the country. Fresh off an 11th straight Central Section high school girls basketball title, Clovis West is the No. The Vaqueros had four players named to the 3A-North All-Region team first . Lance Pugmire is the Los Angeles Times former boxing/MMA/Ducks beat writer. In 2001, he was acquitted on charges of molesting a former player and was back coaching at the school for the 2002-03 season. We thank you for your support and partnership as we navigate the pandemic. * If your child is NOT vaccinated, they must quarantine for at least 5 days. Both of them, unlike Johnson who was more of a late bloomer, also were named Mr. Basketball State Player of the Year while at Dominguez (Chandler twice). Alita Godwin said she dreams that her 15-year-old son, Juwan, a Dominguez student, will be able to play for Otis someday, like his older brother, Tyree, did. Prep Rally is devoted to the SoCal high school sports experience, bringing you scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. No, Levine said in an interview. He wouldve been declared ineligible.. Yet even as he courted controversy and occasional scandal, Otis commanded the loyalty and affection of his players, many of whom describe him as a master teacher and motivator and as a father figure for boys who lacked one. What did Disney actually lose from its Florida battle with DeSantis? Steve Becker. Interested in reading the print issue of Coach and Athletic Director? Bernard, now 39 and a security guard, said he never reported the alleged incident to authorities. Even though the NBA Finals goes back to a time in the 1950s when all of the teams were in the East and Midwest and many of those teams had a lot of local players (i.e. 1. us <>@comptonunified, IMPORTANT COVID Protocol Update for Students + First Week Highlights, COVID PROTOCOLS UPDATE Thank you for your partnership and support as we enter into our Spring Semester of school.