Ron Mayberry

RON MAYBERRY – INDUCTED 2007 

Ron Mayberry built one of the most distinguished coaching resumes in junior college and collegiate basketball, amassing more than 800 career victories, including 386 wins at the junior college level. After spending 12 successful years as a high school coach, Mayberry began his collegiate coaching journey in 1976 at Midland College. His career would span celebrated tenures at Odessa College, Wayland Baptist University, Kilgore College, South Plains College, and Howard College.

During his eight seasons at South Plains College, Mayberry compiled an exceptional 212–60 record. His 1991 team held the No. 2 national ranking for the entire season, and his 1992 squad advanced to a fifth-place finish at the NJCAA National Tournament. His consistent success was no anomaly—over 44 years on the sidelines, Mayberry never recorded a losing season at any of the 16 schools he coached.

A model of excellence and consistency, Mayberry guided teams to the playoffs for 19 consecutive years and earned Coach of the Year honors 11 times, including one National Coach of the Year award. His influence extended well beyond wins and accolades; he coached and recruited 11 players who went on to compete in the NBA and took part in three Texas All-Star Games.

Ron Mayberry’s career stands as a testament to leadership, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to developing champions both on and off the court.