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Comeback Kid Becomes Pro Basketball Head Coach
Former high school star Jeremy File gets second chance in the pros, this time as a head coach
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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Jeremy File, a former high school basketball star in Michigan, is getting a second chance in professional basketball - this time as the new head coach of the Grant County Red Tails in Desert Aire, Washington. After a tumultuous stint as a high school basketball coach, File impressed scouts at a recent pro basketball combine, leading to the Red Tails selecting him in the second round of the draft and offering him the head coaching job.
Why it matters
File's story highlights the resilience and determination of athletes who face setbacks in their careers, yet find ways to reinvent themselves and get back into the game. His transition from player to coach also reflects the growing trend of former players taking on leadership roles in professional sports organizations.
The details
At 41 years old, File participated in a pro basketball combine in Speedway, Indiana, where he impressed scouts with his court awareness and skills, even outperforming much younger players. This led to the Grant County Red Tails selecting him in the second round of the draft and offering him the head coaching position, a remarkable turnaround after his previous struggles as a high school coach.
- File participated in the pro basketball combine in Speedway, Indiana in February 2026.
- The Grant County Red Tails selected File in the second round of the draft following the combine.
The players
Jeremy File
A former high school basketball star in Michigan who is getting a second chance in professional basketball, this time as the new head coach of the Grant County Red Tails.
Grant County Red Tails
A professional basketball team in Desert Aire, Washington that selected Jeremy File in the second round of the draft and offered him the head coaching position.
What they’re saying
“There were a few moments where I felt like I could be the best point guard out there and flashes were really shown. I just think I shocked the hell out of people mainly. Then reality sets in, and you go 'Wait a minute, I haven't played pro basketball in 12 years'.”
— Jeremy File (High School on SI)
What’s next
File is expected to officially accept the head coaching position with the Grant County Red Tails and begin preparing for the upcoming season.
The takeaway
Jeremy File's story is an inspiring example of perseverance and the ability to reinvent oneself, even after facing setbacks in one's athletic career. His transition from player to coach reflects the growing trend of former athletes taking on leadership roles in professional sports organizations.
