LOC - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Head Men 's Basketball Coach
Antonio T. Harris was born September 17, 1977, to Denise R. Harris and John H. Warren. He grew up in a single-parent household with his mother and sister in the LeMoyne Garden Housing Development for his entire childhood. He attended LaRose Elementary, Cummings Elementary, Vance Jr. High, and Booker T. Washington High. At BTW, he became an exceptional scholar athlete whereas he helped lead the Warriors to the 1994 State Tournament and racked up many accolades during his high school career. After high school, he earned an athletic scholarship to the University of Tennessee at Knoxville (1995-1997). During his tenure at UT, many life-altering situations occurred and he decided to return home in 1997. He was granted an opportunity to return home and play for the legendary Coach Jerry C. Johnson. From 1997-1999, he helped the Magicians become a nationally recognized powerhouse. He captured several accolades/records in the SIAC and NCAA. He currently holds many records in 3-point field goals made per game in a season (4.8 per game, SIAC), single game 3-point field goals made (14-19, SIAC), & career 3-point field goals average (4.7 - NCAA). After his collegiate playing career, he tried out for a few professional leagues like the La Crosse Bobcats (CBA), Cincinnati Stuff (IBL), & the Memphis Hound Dawgs (ABA). He eventually returned to LeMoyne-Owen College in 2000 and earned his bachelor's degree of Arts in Sociology. Shortly after graduating, he began his career as community leader in his beloved South Memphis community. He was a Program Director and Director of the Goodwill and Porter-Goodwill Boys & Girls Clubs (2000 - 2017). During 2013, he took over the Booker T. Washington basketball program from the legendary Fred T. Horton in which he played for during his high school career. He helped the Warriors stay relevant as a powerhouse while accumulating several Coach of the Year Awards, numerous District and Regional Tournament titles, and 3 State Tournament appearances during his tenure. In 2018, he began his teaching career where he taught Middle School Social Studies, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Economics, and Personal Finance. In 2023, he became the Head Men's Basketball Coach at LeMoyne-Owen College. He has been a mentor, leader, advocate, and contributor nearly his entire adult life in 38126 and hopefully will retire doing the same. His life's mission has been to be that constant figure who gives his community hope while promoting healthier life choices.
Job Titles:
- Member of the OFFICERS Team
- FIRST VICE CHAIRMAN
Job Titles:
- Director - Career Services
Dr. Robert T. Williams, Jr. graduated from Alcorn State University in 2007 where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, from the University of Toledo in 2008 after earning a Master of Business Administration in Finance, and from Delta State University earning a Doctorate in Education in Professional Studies with a concentration in Higher Education in 2021. He also received a Leadership Certificate in 2018 from the Mississippi Community College Leadership Academy. The Cleveland, Ohio native worked in banking for Regions Financial Corporation and the Huntington National Bank before transitioning to a career in Higher Education. Before coming to LeMoyne-Owen College, Dr. Williams worked at Rust College and Southwest Tennessee Community College in Career Services and Workforce Development, and at Concorde Career College in Academic Administration. Under the Career Pathways Initiative (CPI) at LeMoyne, he assisted students in developing skills and competencies to navigate their unique career journey by offering enriched and enhanced experiences and opportunities inside and outside the classroom. As the Director of Career Services, he is further able to develop, grow, and support scholars to career attainment and opportunities beyond college life. He is also able to advocate for his fellow employee, as the Staff Council President. Robert is actively engaged in civic advocacy efforts, being a member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, being a board member of several community organizations, and volunteering continuously in his community.
Job Titles:
- Team Orthopedic Specialist
Job Titles:
- Assistant
- Coach
- Sports Information Director / Assistant Men 's Basketball Coach
Jerel Jernigan is in his second season as the assistant men's basketball coach at LeMoyne-Owen College. Jernigan was the first hire of head coach Bonzi Wells to begin his era in the college coaching ranks.
In 2021-22, he completed his first season as the top assistant coach for LeMoyne-Owen College. Jernigan is involved in all facets of the Magician program, including recruiting, scouting and player development. Prior to LeMoyne- Owen Jernigan spent two seasons at North Iowa Area Community College before being named an assistant coach at Emporia State University.
A LeMoyne Owen College alumni, enters his eight season as the baseball operations coordinator assistant coach with LeMoyne Owen Magicians baseball team. While playing for the Magicians 81-85 he made All SIAC conference team three years in a row and All-Tournament Team as a junior and senior. Also in his spare time he enjoys drag racing.
Job Titles:
- Member of the OFFICERS Team
- SECOND VICE CHAIRMAN
Job Titles:
- Member of the OFFICERS Team
- SECRETARY
Job Titles:
- Chairman of the BOARD
- Member of the OFFICERS Team
Reginald Morris, now entering his fifth year as the Head Softball Coach and third year as the Head Volleyball Coach for the Magician's. Reginald graduated from Northside High School here in Memphis, Tennessee under the direction of the Head Coach Lacey Smith and Larry Wright.
He then enrolled at Alcorn State University where he worked under the Legendary Head Coach Marino Casem.
He enrolled at Memphis State University where he earned his Bachelor's degree in Education.Reginald has officiated many sports for many years. He also has worked for the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) for over 20 years under the Leadership and mentorship of President Bobby Dodd.
Reginald's favorite quote is, "When you make a mistake, there are only 3 things you
Job Titles:
- Logistics / Facilities Equipment Coordinator
Stanley "Skippy" Dentley, a native Memphian, is a 1972 graduate of Southside High School and 2000 graduate of LeMoyne-Owen College. He currently serves as the Equipment Manager of the Athletic Department at the College. A 30-year employee of FedEx, he is married and has one daughter and three grandchildren.
Skip's community service includes Board of Directors for the Homeless Coalition, Operation Happy Christmas, Men's Ministry at Historical Oak Grove M.B. Church, City of Memphis Youth Initiative, Bluff City Summer Program, AAU Junior Olympics, Operation PUSH Excellent Classic, Magic Johnson All-Star Summer League, and Hamilton High School. His continued dedication to serving the Memphis community is demonstrated in everything he does.
As an alumus of LeMoyne-Owen College, he continually supports the College whenever requested.
His favorite quote that he lives by is "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me." (Philippians 4:13)
Tiara Hall was a four-year varsity starter at Overton High School where she was named team captain for 3 years, hit a total of 27 Home runs, and many RBIs. She was voted team MVP her tenth-twelfth grade years.
Hall played college softball, basketball, and ran cross country at LeMoyne-Owen College. where she was a leader of my softball team and named team captain all four years while playing under Coach Reggie Morris . Due to the influences of athletics, her coaches, and family Tiara learned at a very young age that hard work, dedication, and patience were the keys to success in sports and in life.
Her coaching experience includes several years of volunteering throughout Memphis and Bartlett youth sports organization. She has trained both boys and girls at the high school and middle school levels.
As an alumna and former student athlete of LeMoyne-Owen College Tiara is dedicated to striving for success while pushing and building character within student athletes . One of her motto's by is to keep GOD first regardless of what the issue is.
Tiara is the middle child of three and the only girl of Daphne Hall. She gives thanks to GOD, her wife, daughter, mother, grandparents, siblings, extended family members and all the coaches she's had throughout her life.
Job Titles:
- Administration
- Athletics Director