The Coppell Mavericks represented this weekend in the 3 on 3 tournament @ Coppell high school. The boys played beyond there potential and played outstanding throughout the entire tournament. The Mavs who were put together by Thomas J. Whitaker (Allstate) about 3-4 years ago, have not only been laying low in Coppell but have been winning and staying below the radar until this weekend. Under extensive training by Lee Green (North Texas Heat) as well as a new coaching staff (Reggie Waddell, Mike Gunn, Kyle,and myself). The boys have been dominate in there last couple of tournaments. The Mavs entered 6 teams into the 3 0n 3 tournament 3 teams in the 12 and under bracket and 3 teams in the older bracket. The Mavs came out in full force with a proud following. We would like to thank all those who came out and supported the boys and coaches as they gave their all this weekend. I would like to just touch a couple of exciting things that happened this weekend. Our 7th grade group (who all played up against 8th graders) coached by Reggie placed second in the championship game losing by 1 point. “All the boys wearing Coppell Mavs gear exceeded all of the expectations,”Coach Reggie said. “We had kids who just joined the teams come out and give their all and they all worked as 1 unit.” Even Ryan Storch came out and not only supported his fellow brothers but joined the trenches and played great. My hat goes off to him for even coming out and playing. I would also like to say that the Mavs showed true family spirit by supporting and circling around Ryan in welcoming him back. Also, we had one younger team who made it to the semi-finals. From sleeping giants to roaring beast, Coppell Mavs have definitely earned there respect in the Coppell community as well as surrounding cities. Stayed tuned and watch out for the new sheriff’s in town your COPPELL MAVS!!
