After a successful tenure as the DeSoto girls’ basketball coach, Andrea Robinson is poised to be succeeded by Jeffery Chatman from Cibolo Steele. This change comes following DeSoto’s establishment of a dominant position in girls’ basketball under Robinson’s stewardship. With Chatman’s appointment, carrying an impressive career track record, the program is presumed to be in capable hands.
Chatman is anticipated to assume leadership of a program that has reached four state championship games in a five-year timeframe, culminating as the runner-up in 2022. His coaching prowess is evidenced by a career record of 342-117, rendering him a suitable heir to Robinson.
Evidently, Robinson has chosen to part ways with DeSoto to take on the role of head girls’ coach at Oak Cliff Faith Family. She has articulated her belief in the program’s potential to ascend to the summit as the foremost girls’ program in the nation. Additionally, she has commended the administration for their dedication to the development of student-athletes.
Looking ahead, DeSoto will need to adapt to the departure of four-star sophomore Kamora Pruitt, who is transferring to Legion Prep Academy. However, the team still retains the services of four-star sophomore Amari Byles, a standout player and recipient of the MaxPreps second-team sophomore All-American distinction.
The decision of DeSoto to appoint Chatman is indicative of their commitment to upholding their legacy in girls’ basketball. With Robinson’s departure and the alterations in the player roster, the upcoming season portends to be an intriguing one for the DeSoto girls’ basketball team.
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