Bio

Coach Patrece was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL.  She has over 30 years of experience playing and working in the sports industry. Her love for sports was cultivated at a young age and she played several sports in middle and high school. She then attended Florida State University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Sport Management and serving as a Team Manager and Assistant Equipment Manager for the Women’s Basketball team.  Later, she became Head JV and Assistant Varsity Coach for Girls’ Basketball at Robert E. Lee High School (now Riverside) in Jacksonville, FL.  Patrece also worked with the Florida Lady Knighthawks' semi-pro team in various roles, including Assistant Coach.  After taking a small break from coaching, she coached for the KA Nightmares and Essence travel basketball programs.  Coach Patrece has also published articles for online publications, Duval Sports and Prep Hoops, to help bring a spotlight to Girl's Basketball in Northeast Florida.