Pelham City Schools is pleased to announce the hiring of Haley Troup as the new head girls basketball coach at Pelham High School. Coach Troup brings an impressive background as both a player and a coach, most recently serving as an assistant coach at the University of North Alabama.
A standout player at the University of Missouri, Troup led the Tigers to 101 wins and two NCAA Tournament appearances. Her leadership extended beyond the court, serving on the SEC Community Service Team and the SEC Basketball Leadership Council. Prior to her collegiate success, Troup was Alabama’s 7A Player of the Year and a Super All-State First Team selection at Gadsden City High School.
“Coach Troup’s high basketball IQ, tireless work ethic, and commitment to building relationships make her the perfect fit for Pelham High School,” said Trey Simpson, Director of Athletics. “Her experience at all levels of the game has prepared her to lead our program forward while building on the strong foundation established by Coach Crosby Morrison.”
Principal Sabrina Tutchtone added, “We’re thrilled to welcome Coach Troup as the new leader of our girls’ basketball program. Her basketball pedigree is exceptional, coming from a family of coaches and competing at the highest collegiate level in the SEC. Her energy, competitiveness, and vision stood out immediately. I’m confident she will build on the winning tradition established here at Pelham.”
Troup shared her excitement about joining Pelham High School: “From the moment I stepped onto campus and met with the administration, I felt like I was exactly where I needed to be. The family atmosphere within the school and community is undeniable, and it’s so rare. I knew Pelham is where I wanted to begin my next chapter,” she said.
“What excites me most is the existing talent on the roster and the potential of that talent to turn into something really special if we do it the right way,” she continued. “Pelham has been a consistent contender in recent years, and I can’t wait to continue that tradition.”
Pelham High School will host a Meet and Greet with Coach Troup on Wednesday, June 4, at 6 p.m. in the Pelham High School library.