West Hartford’s Mark Walker has been named head coach of Watkinson boys varsity basketball, and Matt Walker will serve as assistant coach.

Submitted by Jenni French, Watkinson School

Watkinson School is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Walker of West Hartford as the new head coach of the boys varsity basketball team. Matt Walker, also of West Hartford, will assist his father on the sideline.

Coach Mark Walker brings over 40 years of basketball coaching experience to Watkinson. He has served as an assistant coach for the program for the past two years, becoming an integral part of the staff. His previous coaching experience includes positions at Conard High School and Hall High School. Currently, Coach Walker is also the director of the West Hartford Boys Travel Basketball Program.

“We are excited to welcome Coach Walker as our new head coach,” said Ann Haggerty, athletic director. “His coaching philosophy, which emphasizes positivity and encouragement, is an excellent fit for Watkinson. He is dedicated to instilling the values of sportsmanship in his players and helping them reach their full potential.”

Joining the staff as an assistant will be Matt Walker, son of the new head coach, who brings his own track record of success. A coach for the CT Swarm and West Hartford Travel Basketball, Matt Walker recently served as the junior varsity coach and varsity assistant coach at Kingswood Oxford School.

The Walkers are committed to developing young athletes through their non-profit organization, “On The Court.” Founded in 2023, On The Court provides basketball skills training to boys and girls ages 6 to 16. The program operates from March to November, and in the past two years, has trained over 450 young athletes.

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