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After two decades at the helm of Santa Fe College’s baseball program, veteran coach Johnny Wiggs is stepping down, reflecting on 626 wins, two Junior College World Series runs, and the players he helped reach the majors.
Marreese Speights, a ten‑year NBA veteran and 2015 champion, has been appointed head coach of Polk State College’s men’s basketball team, bringing his professional experience and coaching background to Florida’s Polk County.
Speights, a Florida native with a decade of NBA experience and a national championship pedigree, has been appointed head coach of Polk State College men's basketball, aiming to instill a gritty, character‑driven culture.