Chase Curlee

“Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water.” The point: Stay focused on the task at hand rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future.” 

Coach Curlee is in his 5th year of coaching and teaching at Long Beach School District. He currently teaches at Harper McCaughan as a Special Education teacher. Coach Curlee has served as both the boys and girls basketball coach at Long Beach Middle School. This year he will be the head boys basketball coach at LBMS as well as helping with the LBHS boys basketball team.

chase.curlee@lbsdk12.com

Shawn Hicks

Coach Hicks brings a wealth of experience and a passion for developing young athletes.  With over 25 years of coaching experience, including Golf, Football, Basketball, Track and Bowling, he has a proven track record of success in building strong teams and fostering a positive team environment.  Long Beach HS Girls Golf has two State Championships in 2021 and 2022, three District Championships 2021, 2022, 2023 and top 10 State finalists the last four years.  LBHS Boys earned District Championship Runner up 2024.  Long Beach MS Basketball earned District Championship 2024.  Coach Hicks believes in a student-athlete-centered approach, emphasizing not only Golf, Basketball, or Track skills and knowledge but also character development, sportsmanship, and academic success. His coaching philosophy focuses on instilling discipline, teamwork, and a strong work ethic in his players. He is committed to creating a fun, challenging, and engaging environment where players can thrive both on and off the field.

shawn.hicks@lbsdk12.com