Michael Coleman

Tyler

Sports Director at KLTV-TV (Tyler, TX)

sports anchor/host. Michael Coleman Show. ESPN-KC SIU graduate. Coffeyville Red Raven HOF. public speaker. husband of breast cancer survivor.

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‘What I love to do’: Cumberland Academy hires new district athletic director

1 week ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - In East Texas the coaching footprints of Danny Long are spread out. The Oklahoma native is straight up Texan. And after a few months at his new job, he’s as excited as a 23-year-old getting his first job in athletics.
Legacy girls soccer coach hosts annual camp for kids

2 weeks ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Legacy girls soccer coach Chris Woodard held his annual soccer camp, and nearly 150 campers attend this year. The World Cup will be held next year, with Texas one of the locations. Woodard discusses the impact it could have. ”Well, the fact that we’re hosting some games in Texas definitely helps, but it is going to have a huge impact -just the biggest event in the world, athletically. It only happens every four years, similar to the Olympics, so it’s a big deal.
Bullard father, son team up for Northeast Texas FCA All Stars

3 weeks ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Many of the best East Texas athletes will gather for the FCA All Star Weekend. Media day for the Northeast Texas FCA All Stars starts Friday. The all-star baseball and softball games will be held at Tyler Legacy. On Saturday, the heart of a champion all-star football game will be played at Rose Stadium. Two softball players from Bullard are happy to be in the showcase. One more time, for old times’ sake, a father-son duo are teaming up.
Proud of the Patriots: Family, fans assemble to greet team as they return home

3 weeks ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Returning home from Cary, N.C., the UT Tyler Patriots were greeted by fans and family happy to have them back after a week of ups and downs. The Patriots were eliminated Tuesday by Tampa with a score of 8-1 after an excellent season, and Coach Brent Porche said that he will have fond memories of this particular team. “Yeah man, you know, it was a first time we’ve been out there to Cary ... we’ve been working to get there for a long time.
UT Tyler baseball coach says support from administration contributes to team’s success

3 weeks ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - UT Tyler’s baseball team is hoping to bring home a national championship. Coach Brent Porche praises the school’s administration for how the school supports the sports teams. “I mean I’ve been here for, this is my ninth year and you know coming in the culture of success was already there. You know in division three, Dr. Howard Patterson who hired me, he did a tremendous job of hiring a lot of really good coaches.
UT Tyler softball team returns home after winning 2nd national championship

4 weeks ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - The UT Tyler softball team has returned home from their most important road trip. The defending two-time national champs were greeted by love and joy after sweeping Tampa in the DIV II CWS. The repeat hasn’t happened since 1997-98. “I am so excited for the players to get the, to put in all that hard work, put all those hours of schoolwork and softball work.
Overton Mustangs baseball state-bound, facing Burton Friday

1 month ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Overton Mustangs baseball team is state bound in the semifinals. They’ll play Burton on Friday. Unfortunately, because of the storms they were forced to work out at Cumberland, but they’re used to being flexible. “We’re used to having to do different things throughout the week at a small school. We have a lot of kids going in different directions,” said Coach Chris Cook. “So we’re always, you know, kind of... what is the word I’m looking for?
‘She doesn’t give up’: Parents of UT Tyler softball right fielder proud of her determination

1 month ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Parents of UT Tyler’s right fielder Ka’lyn Watson saw their daughter play a great game in the regionals. Their pride was evident in their voices. “I just love to see my daughter play, I’ve always been her number one fan, and I always will be,” said Felicia Watson. “And I’ve been with her since day one.”Her performance Monday night was strong. “Her performance was outstanding. I couldn’t ask for anything else. Nothing bug God. God I give God all the glory and all the praises.
‘Keep building, keep fighting’ coach says during Tyler High baseball banquet

1 month ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - At the Tyler high baseball banquet, coach Seth Gibson praised his team and says the future is brighter. There was also recognition for a former Lion baseball player, Eli Sanchez, who was tragically killed last summer. Two players were awarded scholarships from the Every Last Inning foundation--ELI. Coach Gibson on his team’s future:“Just keep building building and building, build a foundation. You cannot win right off the bat you gotta get out there and go through it.
Whitehouse tennis player headed to Howard Payne University

1 month ago | kltv.com | Michael Coleman

WHITEHOUSE, Texas (KLTV) - Among the six signings at Whitehouse, tennis player Luke Fleming has decided to go to Howard Payne University in Brownwood. It’s been over two decades since a tennis player from Whitehouse has received a tennis scholarship. “First in 25 years ... it’s an honor. We have a great program here. Great coaches. And just aspire to be like them. Pretty much learned the sport a lot on my own a lot of long nights, hard work and just my faith and character,” Fleming said.