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- Our Programs
Athletics
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Boys and Girls Swim
For further details, please get in touch with Coach Gary Peterson at gtpeterson@att.net for any swimming-related inquiries.
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Cheer (Competitive)
For inquiries related to Competitive Cheer, please contact Coach Laneise Hurt at laneise11@gmail.com.
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Cheer (Sideline)
For inquiries related to Sideline Cheer, please contact Coach Terri Griffin at terrigriffin66@gmail.com.
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Cross Country (B)
For inquiries related to Boys' Cross Country, please contact Coach George Ward at george.ward@detroitk12.org.
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Cross Country (G)
For inquiries related to Girls' Cross Country, please contact Coach Dwight Thomas at dthomas5737@gmail.com.
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E-Sports
For inquiries related to E-Sports please contact Coach Derf Jackson at derf.jackson@detroitk12.org.
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Junior Varsity and Varsity Girls Basketball
For inquiries related to girls' basketball, please contact Coach Lamar Tyler at lamar.tyler@detroitk12.org.
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Track & Field (B)
For inquiries related to Boys' Track & Field please contact Coach Anthony Jackson at anthony@eitinstitute.org.
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Track & Field (G)
For inquiries related to Girls' Track & Field please contact Coach Dwight Thomas at dthomas5737@gmail.com.
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Varsity and Junior Varsity Boys Basketball
For inquiries related to boys' basketball, please contact Coach George Ward at george.ward@detroitk12.org.
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Varsity and Junior Varsity Football
For inquiries related to girls' basketball, please contact Coach Terel Patrick at terelpatrick@gmail.com.
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Varsity Baseball
Varsity Baseball Tryouts are conducted year-round.
Head Varsity Baseball Coach: Norman E. Taylor (22 years)
Contact: Telephone# 313-378-2750Assistant/Volunteer Coaches:
- Maurice Yanish
- Demetrius Bryant
- Allen Darris
- Ronarro Cleveland
Join our baseball team and be part of an exciting journey!
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Varsity Softball
Lady Crusaders SoftballLimited Conditioning begins early TBD/Tryouts TBDHead Coach: Ronald GrossAssistant Coach: Rickey HolmesThe season officially begins Mid March -
Volleyball
For additional information, please reach out to Coach Jamal Allen at jamalallen50@aol.com regarding volleyball inquiries.
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Wrestling
For additional information, please reach out to Coach Foster at andrefosterjr11@gmail.com.

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Mr. Athletic Director Barry Cannon
Athletic Director Cannon serves as the driving force behind the athletic programs at Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School in Detroit, MI. With a deep-rooted passion for fostering student-athletes' growth both on and off the field, AD Cannon works tirelessly to ensure the success of the school's athletic initiatives. Under his leadership, the programs have seen remarkable growth, with a focus on promoting teamwork, discipline, and academic excellence among all athletes.
AD Cannon’s extensive experience in sports and leadership has enabled him to create an environment where student-athletes thrive. By developing strong partnerships with coaches, staff, and the community, he has created a program that emphasizes not only athletic performance but also character development. His approach empowers young athletes to push beyond their limits and set new personal and team goals.