Monty Williams takes over as coach for sons in San Antonio

In October 2024, Monty Williams, a former NBA Coach of the Year, made the transition to high school basketball as he took on the role of head coach at TMI Episcopal in San Antonio, Texas. He will coach his two sons, Elijah and Micah, as part of the program. TMI Episcopal announced Williams' hiring on their Instagram account, stating their excitement for the future of their basketball program under his leadership. Williams and his wife, Lisa, have become TMI parents, emphasizing their commitment to the school. Williams has an extensive coaching resume, having most recently served as head coach for the Detroit Pistons, where he was dismissed after a challenging season resulting in a record of 14-68. Despite the hardships, he is known for his earlier success with the Phoenix Suns, where he won the NBA Coach of the Year award for the 2021-22 season and significantly improved the team's performance, leading them to the NBA Finals in 2021. His coaching career includes stints as an assistant with several NBA teams, including the San Antonio Spurs, where he also served as vice president of basketball operations in 2016. His hiring at TMI Episcopal signifies a new chapter in his career, focusing on developing young basketball talent while spending quality time with his sons. This move comes after a year of personal challenges, where Williams intended to take a break after his wife's cancer diagnosis but was drawn back into coaching by the opportunity to influence the next generation of players. The San Antonio community can anticipate the positive impact that Williams' experience and insights will bring to the school's basketball program, as the family settles into their new life in the area.