Garfield High School will hold a press conference this Thursday at 1 p.m. in Room 121 to introduce its new head coach for the boys basketball program.
A Homecoming for a Basketball Legend
Brandon Roy, a Garfield alumnus who once dazzled the nation as a three‑time NBA All‑Star, will step back onto the school's hardwood as the Bulldogs' head coach.
Roy’s journey from the streets of Seattle to the NBA began with a standout high school career, a sixth‑overall pick in the 2006 draft, and stints with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Portland Trail Blazers before injuries cut his playing days short.
Beyond his professional achievements, Roy has remained deeply connected to the school, mentoring younger players and supporting community programs for years.
Speakers and Live Coverage
The ceremony will feature remarks from Principal Dr. Tarance Hart and Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Ben Shuldiner, who will discuss the impact of Roy’s appointment on the district’s athletic vision.
The event will be livestreamed by SPS‑TV, allowing fans across the region to witness the announcement and subsequent Q&A.
Roy’s hiring marks a symbolic full‑circle moment for a program that has watched its alumni ascend to the highest levels of the sport, and it signals a renewed focus on developing local talent.