Christian, husband, father, coach, teacher. Committed to building youth through positive transformational leadership. Head Boys Basketball Coach at EC Memorial
Wisconsin, USA
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Overwhelmed by emotion from tonight. Thinking about all the people I need to thank. Admin, ECASD staff, my family, parents of all my players, Alumni, students, fans, assistant coaches, and most importantly the players. You all make the @OldAbesBB a special family. #oldabeproud
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I cannot express how grateful I am for the opportunity to serve the Eau Claire School District as the Memorial Boys Basketball Head Coach...
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Unbelievably proud of this group of young men. Toughness and resilience in the face of adversity and at least a share of the BRC Title! #oldabepride #earnednotgiven
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Great news from Governor Evers today. Love to see the progress our state is making. Stay vigilant and keeping moving that dial forward!
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Honored and humbled to receive the Coaching Achievement Award from the WBCA. It serves as a precious reminder of the special year we had last year, and provides the basis for the standard of excellence we now have in our program. Let’s go build on this! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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Our very own manager Liam made it on the big board and correctly answered the trivia question to take home some Bucks swag! #oldabepride
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...Alright, based on requests by several of my seniors that couldn’t make the meeting I will post a picture of my outfit for them to view. I love working with the future of tomorrow and I am honored to have a job that allows me to build such strong connections. #oldabepride
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Thoughts and prayers go out to Old Abe senior hooper @cooper_kapanke today as he undergoes knee surgery. With his effort and determination, we know we will see him back on the floor soon! #oldabepride
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Words cannot express how thankful I am for the awesome group of young men that I had the opportunity to coach this season. The passion, toughness, and class they played with tonight embody the essence of high school athletics. Thank you all!#oldabepride #onmemorial #family
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One of the true joys coaching is when you get a chance to catch up with your former players…so thankful these three young men stopped today. My heart is full and I can’t wait to see their careers unfold! #oldabepride #ubuntu
@Wboser3 @LJWells4 @Cadenboser33
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Thank you to the amazing group of young men in the @OldAbesBB that inspired so many people this year. Woke up this morning to one young man that couldn’t wait to start working to be like you! #oldabepride
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Congratulations to @avery_hoepner for going over the 1,000 point mark in his career. I had the privilege of coaching this young man for 2 years. He embodies everything you hope for in a player. Lots of unseen hours made him the player he is today. Proud of you! #mondovipride
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What a great night. I couldn’t be more proud of how the guys played together for a big win on the road. A special shout out to the student section tonight. The e emotion and energy you bought to the gym was amazing! #oldabepride #letsflytogether
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Culture award goes out to @colin_dueringer Tanner Linduski and @grantgerber1252 after a long trip back last night these three men picked up the bus. None of the mess was theirs but they made sure to pick up their teammates. Best part,they did it without being asked. #oldabepride
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When school has been cancelled 3 days in a row:
Bennett-“Dad, what are you looking at?”
Me-“the results of the 1997 NBA draft.”
Bennett-“Why?”
Me-“....”
Bennett-“It’s ok Dad. I do weird things too.”
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I wanted to give a shout out to the our (Memorial) student section. It was awesome to have so many fans in attendance and you were loud! We will need you even more this Friday. Keep bringing the noise. #oldabepride
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I have the honor of being selected as the head coach of the WBCA Division 1 All-Star Red Team. As part of the game, we fundraise to donate to worthwhile charities. If you can, please click on the following link to support these charities: wisbca.org/allstar-game/dona…
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Congratulations to @BenMestelle and @MasonStoik on their commitments today. Madison Edgewood and @StoutMensHoops are getting some impact type players into their respective programs. Just remember, once an Old Abe; always an Old Abe! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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Enjoyed catching up with @Wboser3 tonight! Once an Old Abe always an Old Abe! #oldabepride
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Great win tonight. Snapping Hudson’s 11 game winning streak. The best part of this group, they can’t wait to get in and work even harder at the next practice! #oldabepride
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Thank you to the Old Abe Booster Club for purchasing new uniforms for our varsity team this year! We are so grateful to have your support for not just our program but all things @OldAbeAthletics ! #oldabepride
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Thank you to this tremendous group of young men. You gave me a memory that will last a lifetime! I can’t wait to watch all of you play at the next level. #WBCAproud
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Love seeing @shorty_sampson Loved coaching him and it was awesome watching him achieve so many great things on the football field this past year for the Badgers. #oldabepride #oldabefamily
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There are very few greater feelings than sitting in a coach’s office after your team plays their hearts out and pulls off a big win. Everyone needs to know this is because of every single player on this team busting their tails off in practice,...
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Filled my cup today. The support of former players coming back to honor the signees of the current class represents all we hope to do as the @OldAbesBB family. @ShawMekhi continues to provide a lasting legacy of what it means to be an Old Abe! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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...Thank you for being role models for the younger players, the members of the school, and for my own children. I love you seniors with my full heart. To the returning players, the torch has now been passed and you have the ability to fan the flame...
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Can’t think of a better way to spend the last couple days! #oldabepride #ubuntu (Thank you to Coach Jim Jones for the photo!)
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Congratulations to this outstanding young man. I hope every player I ever coach embraces your attributes and carries himself the way you do. I can’t think of a better example for what Mr Basketball should strive to be. Good luck today!
Waupun's Marcus Domask announced as 2019 Mr. Basketball by the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association #wisbb -- wissports.net/news_article/s…
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Congratulations to Cooper Jesperson for being ranked 22 in the freshmen class. This is just the start of a big time career! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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After spending the weekend getting better at my "what," I am enjoying my "why" tonight. Thanks @PGCbasketball for reminding me! #grateful
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This group of young men spent the first part of 7th period as volunteers cleaning up the common area in front of the school. They didn’t leave the mess but they chose to make Memorial a better place by cleaning up after others. Phenomenal group of young men! #oldabepride
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Just when I thought for the first time in four years I wouldn’t have a Shaw in my gym, a younger, tougher one decided she was going to show up and earn her run. 😝🏀🔥@ShawMekhi @Shaw_Playmakers
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First day back in my room at the building and I found this gift wrapped and sitting on my desk. An awesome shot of history commemorating the history of Memorial hoops. Thank you for whoever sent gave this to me. It is a great day to be an Old Abe!#oldabepride
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Too many words for one tweet. Can’t wait to see where the journey takes the 2020/2021 Old Abes! #oldabepride
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Thoughts and prayers are with @ShawMekhi this morning as he goes into surgery. There is no doubt this young man will comeback stronger than he was before! Take care young man; your Old Abe family is here for you! #oldabepride
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I was sent this picture from the Mondovi Yearbook. I am humbled to still be in their minds. I loved every minute I had with this crew of seniors. I hope they enjoy their final days walking the Mondovi halls! I know they made may final days an unforgettable time. #mondovipride
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One of the true joys of coaching is former/current players give back to the future. A big thank you to @LJWells4 @WesleyMboga and @HedtkeBryce for the past couple weeks. This coach’s heart is full hearing the message delivered by these men! #oldabepride #playmakers #family
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The night before the season starts is the one of the best nights. The anticipation of the journey for each season is a feeling that cannot be replicated. #oldabepride #ubuntu #23journeystartsnow
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At a loss for words. I am so darn proud of this group of kids for coming together and playing as one TEAM! #blessed #oldabepride
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Congrats to former Mondovi Buffalo, Zach Ganschow, on working the D3 State title game tonight. Awesome to see him still staying involved in the game! #mondovipride
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What a great night at the Eagle’s Nest. A three level program sweep. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate seniors night! #oldabepride
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Happy 16 years of wedded bliss to the most wonderful, loving, and caring woman. I have loved every minute of the journey together and look forward to many more years spent on this earth with you. Love you Jamie Brandt Brieske !
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Congrats to Darin Gray and the Mondovi Boys for starting the season off 2-0! Proud or what you guys are doing on and off the court down there! #mondovipride
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To the is group of seniors your leadership and dedication to this program has been evident from the very beginning. Nate Hau, Simon Larson, Connor Stoik, and Cooper Kapanke you have embodied the best attributes of high school athletes...
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What a great team win tonight at Waunakee! 52-50 against one of the top programs in the state of Wisconsin! #oldabepride #together
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Well, I had to pay off my push up bet I had with Liam today. Man of my word. Still love the Packers!
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31 of the returning 36 basketball players found their way into the weight room today via their spring sport lifting, before or after school off season lifting. Tremendous commitment by these athletes to get better. #oldabepride
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A big congratulations to the @OldAbesBB 2022 graduates. We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see the great things you will accomplish! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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5th grade White has arrived at the Resch Center to cheer on @LJWells4 and the @NKUNorseMBB !
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Thoughts and prayers go out to @NathanHau2 on his surgery tomorrow. One of the most impressive people I have gotten to know while coaching. No doubts that this man will come back stronger and be a major force on the college hoops scene! #oldabepride
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Where else would you rather be on a Friday night! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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As I warmup my supper tonight, I just am reflecting on how incredibly proud I am of the 80+ young men that tried out for basketball tonight. It is a joy to be around such a tight knit group that supports each other through it all. #oldabepride #ubuntu
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Extremely proud of @LJWells4 we were able to celebrate his signing with @NKUNorseMBB today. This man has a bright future and we cannot wait to see where he takes this opportunity to continue his growth as a player and person. Leave your legacy young man! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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The calm before the storm of the playoffs...one of my favorite moments of the season! #oldabepride
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Good luck to @MikeSinz and the Old Abe Football Team when they travel to LaCrosse to take on Central tonight! #oldabepride
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Thought I would surprise Jamie by painting the bathroom today...turns out it was the wrong color...guess what my evening plans entail lol
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After two hard fought games, we have arrived to watch the Bucks take on the Magic to cap off the Christmas trip. #oldabepride
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Congratulations to @CooperJesperson and @WesleyMboga for being named to the all-tournament team this past weekend. #oldabepride #ubuntu
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Congratulation to @dalton3banks for an awesome debut tonight for SIU. Quite a start to what will be a spectacular career. Always enjoy seeing local kids succeed at the highest level. #ecasdpride
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Proud of this group of guys for winning the Consolation Championship of the River Falls Team Camp. Had a tough day on Saturday, but refocused and won 4 in a row to claim the title. #oldabepride
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A funny thing happened at the gym today. Open gym is scheduled for 8:30 am, but 23 guys, including their coach, never checked the schedule at showed up at 6 am out of habit…
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4 level sweep vs Marshfield tonight! So proud of this team’s effort tonight. #oldabepride
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#ispynate Always great to run into this guy. Go visit @NBGX3Media to see awesome photos of Boys State Basketball!
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Congrats to @MasonStoik and @connor_welsch for being named as 2023 seniors to watch by @WisBBYearbook Can’t wait to see what they accomplish their senior season! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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...I also am making good on a deal. I will be dressing up as my historical doppelgänger for our final meeting today (1:45-2:15 pm). While I was supposed to wear the costume all day, a virtual celebration will have to suffice. Tune into to see who wore it better...#oldabepride
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I am so proud of @avery_hoepner for all that he has accomplished. I am also humbled as he selected me as one of his role models to be honored at the DSC Scholar Athlete Banquet. I cannot wait to see what he does at the next level and all that he will accomplish! #mondovipride
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Thank you to the @WisBCA and the @UWBadgers for supporting H.S. coaches in the state. my son is excited to attend his first Badger game!
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That’s a wrap on year 1 at Memorial! It was a tremendous year that I hope to build on for many years to come! #oldabepride
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Great way to start the morning! So proud of this group finding the way to do a little bit more. Sieze the day; nothing is given; everything is earned! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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Shared a lot of fond memories and moments with this amazing young man the past three days. Thank you for being a role model for my boys. We know great things are ahead, and we look forward to seeing all you accomplish. @ShawMekhi #oldabepride #ubuntu
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S/O to Avery Hopener (1st team) and Branden Becker (2nd team) for being named to the DSC Boys Basketball All-Conference team #mondovipride
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I am a truly blessed coach...I couldn't have asked for more from a special group of kids...a big thank you to the seniors...what a ride!!!
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Great effort in the scrimmage tonight....I received one of the best compliments you can ever get as a coach when another coach asked me at the end how we get our guys to play so hard and yet be so respectful! #oldabepride #layanotherbrick #together
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Feel for @grantgerber1252 as he broke his collarbone last night during the final football game, but I know the strength and character of this young man will have him back on the hardwood soon! Take care young man and get healthy! #oldabepride
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Congratulations to @MasonStoik and Connor Welsch for being named as some of the top juniors in the state. I know these two are already putting in the work needed to show what they will become! #oldabepride #ubuntu
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I told Bennett to be careful with eating tonight and try to avoid getting sauce on his shirt. He responded by taking off his shirt and saying “let’s not kid ourselves Dad” l😂
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Happy Birthday to this amazing young man. 8 years old today. He is looking forward to a great day!
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Man it was fun watching @dalton3banks (23 points) and @Cadenboser33 (16 points) lead Illinois St to a 85-75 win tonight. Way to represent the 715 men! #ecasdpride
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I have to give a special thank you to my amazing assistant coaches, Kyle Kaufman and Brandon Gullicksrud. You were so important in the building of all we accomplished at Memorial. It was a joy and a blessing to share this with you. #oldabepride #ubuntu
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Good luck to @MikeSinz and the Memorial Football team today as they open the playoff season!#oldabepride
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I also have to give a big shout out to the student section and all the fans that packed the Eagles’ Nest tonight. What an atmosphere! #oldabepride
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