Deb Harris currently serves as the Head Women's Basketball Coach for McKinney High School, a position she has held for the past 19 years. With an impressive tenure of 30 years in the field of education, Harris has dedicated 23 years specifically as a Head Girls Basketball Coach. In addition to her work in McKinney, she has contributed her expertise to various school districts, including Midland, Irving, Keller, and the Ursuline Academy. Deb Harris has been honored with the esteemed District Coach of the Year title an impressive 5 times, as well as being recognized as the Head Coach of the Year in McKinney Independent School District on three separate occasions. Her dedication to coaching excellence is further complemented by her exceptional achievements outside of athletics. Harris has been designated as the McKinney Independent School District's Inspirational Teacher of the Year an outstanding 7 times, demonstrating her exceptional ability to motivate and inspire her students. Moreover, she holds the unique distinction of being the inaugural recipient of the Pratt Award, the highest athletic accolade bestowed within McKinney ISD. Fueled by her commitment to servant leadership, Deb Harris endeavors to cultivate in her students a passion for excellence that extends beyond the basketball court. She aspires to empower young individuals to strive for their dreams, all while upholding the highest standards of achievement and character, both within and beyond the realm of sports

Kate Zora is currently serving as the Head Volleyball Coach and Girls Athletic Coordinator at New Braunfels High School. Her journey into the world of athletics began in her own high school years, where she first discovered her passion for sports: volleyball, basketball, and softball. Pursuing this passion, Kate went on to compete at the collegiate level at TCU, gaining not only crucial playing experience in her freshman season but also a deep understanding of sports management and team leadership. After transferring to Texas A&M University, Kate obtained a degree in Finance. One year into the business world, she transitioned into education where she was the assistant volleyball and basketball coach at Alvin High School. While in her first few years as a teacher and coach, Kate also obtained a master's degree in Sports Management, further developing her skills in program management, athlete development, and motivational leadership. Kate's coaching philosophy centers around not only enhancing physical skills but also instilling important life skills such as teamwork, responsibility, and resilience in her athletes. This holistic approach has yielded significant successes, including numerous district and regional championships as well as two trips to the state tournament, once with A&M Consolidated High School in 2014, and a 2020 State Runner-up with Klein High School. As the Head Volleyball Coach at New Braunfels High School, Kate has continued to apply her extensive knowledge and enthusiasm for the sport, leading her teams to several successful seasons with back to back district championships. Her role as the Girls Athletic Coordinator allows her to have a broader impact, influencing the athletic and personal development of young women in various sports. Under her leadership, the athletic programs at New Braunfels High School have flourished, characterized by a positive, supportive environment where young athletes can thrive both on and off the field.

In the summer of 2017, in response to the urgent need for mental health services in her community, Heather Lambert left her 17-year career in education. Building upon her experience working as a classroom teacher, school counselor and administrator, she founded Clearhope Counseling & Wellness Center. Clearhope began with the simple mission to remove access barriers to high-quality mental health services. Today, Clearhope has multiple locations in the Greater Houston area. Heather and the Clearhope teams partner with school districts to provide on-campus mental health services, and trauma-informed trainings to support educators and students. Heather is the author of Overcoming Toxic Air A Path to Healing and Hope-Filled Exhales. Heather is also involved in political advocacy and was appointed to HB 906 Mental Health Task Force to study and evaluate mental health services to improve mental wellness in public schools across the state of Texas. Heather is driven by her personal vision that “No one should hurt alone.” Heather has been married to Pastor Brian Lambert for 30 years. Brian and Heather have 4 children.