Wildcat Athletics

From the Desk of the Athletic Director -- April 26, 2026

As we enter the final month of the school year, it’s important that we finish strong in everything we do. The work we put in now sets the tone not only for how we close this year, but for the standard we carry forward into the next.

STAAR testing is nearing completion. Please continue to emphasize the importance of preparation, focus, and accountability with our student-athletes. Their success in the classroom remains a top priority, and your influence makes a difference.

I also want to challenge each of you to continue being visible leaders on our campus. Your presence, energy, and example matter...not just within your programs, but throughout the entire school community.

A big congratulations to our Baseball and Softball teams on advancing to the playoffs. That is a direct reflection of your hard work and commitment. Best of luck to our Baseball team as they begin their playoff series this week.

We also want to wish the best of luck to all of our athletes competing at the UIL Regional Track Meet this weekend. This is an outstanding accomplishment, and we are proud of how they represent our program.

As we push toward the finish line, continue to emphasize and model our core values: ATTITUDE – EFFORT – GROWTH – GRIT. These are more than words, they are the foundation of who we are and how we operate every day.

Thank you for the leadership and impact you provide to our student-athletes and campus.

Finish strong.

Win The Day,

Steve Prentiss
Athletic Director

New Head Boys Basketball Coach

Temple ISD is proud to announce the hiring of Billy White Jr. as the next Head Boys Basketball Coach at Temple High School.

Coach White brings over two decades of experience in Texas high school athletics, along with a proven track record of building championship-caliber programs and developing student-athletes on and off the court. Most recently, he served as Head Boys Basketball Coach at Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial High School, where he led one of the premier programs in the state.

During his tenure at Veterans Memorial, Coach White compiled an impressive run of success, including:

2024–2025 District Champions and 5A Division I State Semifinalists with a 39-1 record
2025–2026 District Runner-Up and Regional Finalists (26-10)
Multiple District Championships and deep playoff runs, including three Region IV Semifinal appearances.
District 29-5A Coach of the Year honors in 2022, 2024, and 2025

Coach White has consistently elevated programs to new heights. He quickly transformed Veterans Memorial into a state contender, and previously rebuilt the Copperas Cove High School program, leading them to seven winning seasons, multiple playoff appearances, and the program’s first-ever playoff victory at the 5A level.

In addition to his coaching success, Coach White brings valuable leadership experience as a former principal and assistant principal in Copperas Cove ISD. His background in campus leadership reflects his commitment to academic excellence, character development, and building strong relationships within the school community.

Temple ISD Athletic Director Steve Prentiss shared his enthusiasm for the hire:
“Coach White is a transformational leader with a championship mindset. His ability to build relationships, develop young men, and sustain excellence at a high level makes him a perfect fit for Temple High School. We are excited about the future of Wildcat Basketball under his leadership.”

Coach White expressed his excitement about joining the Temple community:
“I’m extremely excited and honored to be the next head boys’ basketball coach at Temple High School! I know there is a rich tradition in Temple athletics, and I look forward to being a part of such a great school and community. There have been many great basketball coaches at Temple High School, some of whom I know personally, and they have been friends and mentors to me throughout my career. I am blessed to have an opportunity to lead the Wildcat basketball program and plan to build on the foundation that has been established by the many great former coaches and student-athletes. I have always admired the grit and toughness that Temple ISD’s student-athletes displayed, and I look forward to having the opportunity to work with and share the same sideline as them.”

Please join us in welcoming Coach Billy Davis, Jr., and his family to the Temple community.