Temple College Men's Basketball

 Alex Nixon is in his second stint with Temple College mens's basketball, serving as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator. He works across recruiting, scouting, game preparation and player development, with a focus on helping student-athletes reach the four-year level. Since coming back in to Temple College in April 2024, 16 student-athletes have advanced to four-year programs.  Nixon was named the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches' 2025-26 Junior College Assistant Coach of the Year.  Before returning ro Temple in 2024, Nixon spent five seasons as an assistant coach at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. During that stretch, the Cru reached the NCAA Division III Elite Eight in 2022 and the Sweet 16 in 2023. He previously served as a TC assistant from 2010-2015. Prior to coaching in College, Nixon was the head coach at Wichita Falls Notre Dame Catholic High School, leading the program to a district championship and regional finalist finish. His honors there included District Coach of the Year and the 2009-10 TABC Don Coleman Coach of the Year Award.  Nixon and his wife Elizabeth, have three children: Jayden, Jayley, and Jordan.