About the Guest(s)This episode of It’s Just Different features Argyle High School’s coaching duo, Head Coach Chance Westmoreland and Assistant Coach Casey Wallis, alongside host Ashley Roberts. Coach Chance Westmoreland has over 23 years of coaching experience and currently leads Argyle’s program while serving as Assistant Athletic Director.
His approach combines discipline, development, and academic balance to cultivate well-rounded student-athletes. Coach Casey Wallis, a former collegiate player at West Texas, brings over a decade of coaching experience and multiple state championships.
She focuses on player growth, motivation, and maintaining the connection between athletes’ personal and athletic development. Together, they reveal what goes into building and sustaining one of Texas’s most consistent high school basketball programs.
Episode Summary
In this episode, host Ashley Roberts visits Argyle High School to dive into the heart of what makes their basketball program thrive. Coach Westmoreland shares how Argyle’s success is deeply rooted in community relationships, trust, and communication — both with parents and athletes.
He explains how the program balances high-level performance with accountability and academic excellence. Coach Wallis offers insight into balancing coaching, family, and mentorship, providing a refreshing look at how female coaches influence program culture and player development.
Throughout the conversation, Ashley draws out lessons every parent of an athlete can learn from — about commitment, teamwork, and creating the right environment for young athletes to grow.
Key Takeaways
- Collaboration between AAU and high school programs is key for player growth and consistency.
- Building trust with parents helps athletes thrive both academically and athletically.
- Success starts with clear communication and intentional coaching at every level.
- Balancing family life and coaching creates more relatable, grounded leaders for athletes.
- A strong community and support system are the foundation for long-term program success.
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