KSAT visited with former Wagner High School coach Rodney Clark to learn what makes the T-Birds special<\/p>\n
SAN ANTONIO \u2013 San Antonio\u2019s basketball reputation continues to grow, and Wagner High School is a major reason why.<\/p>\n
Wagner product McCullar Jr. celebrated an NBA championship right here in his hometown. <\/p>\n
For Spurs fans, watching the Knicks come out on top wasn\u2019t easy. But for those who remember these players\u2019 roots, it was still a proud moment for the city.<\/p>\n
The Thunderbirds\u2019 former coach, Rodney Clark, said San Antonio had plenty to celebrate because two homegrown athletes made it to basketball\u2019s biggest stage.<\/p>\n
KSAT\u2019s Mary Rominger visited with Clark this week to learn what makes the T-Birds special.<\/p>\n
Clark\u2019s approach and passion for coaching are a big reason for the program\u2019s success. Clark said the program intends to retire McCullar Jr.\u2019s jersey this year, where it will join those of Jordan Clarkson and Andre Roberson in the rafters.<\/p>\n
The retirements will further cement Wagner\u2019s place in San Antonio\u2019s rich basketball history. The school has produced multiple NBA talents who have gone on to compete at the highest level, including in the NBA Finals.<\/p>\n
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