Antonio T. Harris was born September 17, 1977, to Denise R. Harris and John H. Warren. He grew up in a single-parent household with his mother and sister in the LeMoyne Garden Housing Development for his entire childhood. He attended LaRose Elementary, Cummings Elementary, Vance Jr. High, and Booker T. Washington High. At BTW, he became an exceptional scholar athlete whereas he helped lead the Warriors to the 1994 State Tournament and racked up many accolades during his high school career. After high school, he earned an athletic scholarship to the University of Tennessee at Knoxville (1995-1997). During his tenure at UT, many life-altering situations occurred and he decided to return home in 1997. He was granted an opportunity to return home and play for the legendary Coach Jerry C. Johnson. From 1997-1999, he helped the Magicians become a nationally recognized powerhouse. He captured several accolades/records in the SIAC and NCAA. He currently holds many records in 3-point field goals made per game in a season (4.8 per game, SIAC), single game 3-point field goals made (14-19, SIAC), & career 3-point field goals average (4.7 – NCAA). After his collegiate playing career, he tried out for a few professional leagues like the La Crosse Bobcats (CBA), Cincinnati Stuff (IBL), & the Memphis Hound Dawgs (ABA). He eventually returned to LeMoyne-Owen College in 2000 and earned his bachelor’s degree of Arts in Sociology. Shortly after graduating, he began his career as community leader in his beloved South Memphis community. He was a Program Director and Director of the Goodwill and Porter-Goodwill Boys & Girls Clubs (2000 – 2017). During 2013, he took over the Booker T. Washington basketball program from the legendary Fred T. Horton in which he played for during his high school career. He helped the Warriors stay relevant as a powerhouse while accumulating several Coach of the Year Awards, numerous District and Regional Tournament titles, and 3 State Tournament appearances during his tenure. In 2018, he began his teaching career where he taught Middle School Social Studies, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Economics, and Personal Finance. In 2023, he became the Head Men’s Basketball Coach at LeMoyne-Owen College. He has been a mentor, leader, advocate, and contributor nearly his entire adult life in 38126 and hopefully will retire doing the same. His life’s mission has been to be that constant figure who gives his community hope while promoting healthier life choices.
