Nixa Public Schools is honored to announce that Jenny Talbert will be the new head girls basketball coach for Nixa High School.
Talbert is currently the head coach for Fair Grove High School in Fair Grove, Missouri, where she has served 13 years as head coach. She has a total of 18 years experience as a girls basketball coach.
"I am very excited to have the opportunity to coach at one of the premier programs in the state. As a high school basketball coach, this is a dream job. I am looking forward to building upon the rich tradition of excellence in Nixa athletics," stated Talbert.
Dr. Brandon Clark, director of athletics and activities stated, "We are very excited to bring coach Talbert into the Nixa family and community. She is regarded as one of the best coaches in southwest Missouri, if not the state, not only for what she produces on the court, but also for the character and leadership she brings to her program."
During her coaching tenure, Talbert has accomplished the following highlights:
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2023
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Achieved a final record of 28 wins and 4 losses for girls basketball
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Class 3 State Champions
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Class 3 "Coach of the Year"
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District 11 "Coach of the Year"
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2022
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2019
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2018
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2016
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2013
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2012
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2011
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Achieved a final record of 26 wins and 5 losses for girls basketball
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Mid Lakes Conference "Coach of the Year"
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Mid Lakes Conference Champions for girls basketball
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State Quarterfinalist for girls basketball
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District Champions for girls basketball
A meet and greet for Nixa athletes and their families will be scheduled for next week.
