Billy Yang Named Interim Coach at Green Bay East
The Green Bay East High School boys basketball program appointed an alumnus to lead the team following a recent resignation.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in People
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Billy Yang has been hired as the interim boys basketball coach at Green Bay East High School. The appointment follows the resignation of former coach James DeVault in October 2026.
Why it matters
The school athletic director selected Yang for his existing rapport with players and a specific commitment to teaching fundamental basketball skills. The program aims to stabilize operations after a difficult 5-19 record last season and the loss of five of its top six scorers.
The program has achieved only two winning seasons within the last 18 years. The school's single-season win record of 20 victories has remained untouched since it was first set in 1953-54 and later matched in 1992-93.
The players
Billy Yang
He is a 2007 graduate of Green Bay East High School and a founder of youth athlete programs.
James DeVault
He is the former boys basketball coach who resigned from his position in October 2026.
Kyle Cropsey
He is the founder of the nonprofit organization Rise Up Athletics, which was established in 2022.
Rick Rosinski
He served as the head coach for the boys basketball team for 20 seasons ending in 2022.
Steve Kestly
He coached the 1992-93 basketball squad that successfully matched the program's all-time win record.
The details
Yang, a 2007 graduate of the school, previously worked with athletes through the nonprofit organization Rise Up Athletics. He takes over a team that finished with five wins and 19 losses last season while facing a significant roster turnover.
Timeline
1953-54: The school set its single-season record of 20 wins.
1992-93: The team matched the school record of 20 wins.
2021-22: Rick Rosinski completed his 20-season tenure as coach.
October 2026: James DeVault stepped down from the coaching position.
December 1, 2026: The team opens the season against Green Bay Preble.
Market Landscape
The school program continues to struggle to replicate the historic success defined by the 1953-54 20-win season. The current coaching transition marks an attempt to reverse a trend where the team has logged only two winning seasons over the last 18 years.
Community members and students can expect immediate changes to team leadership and training fundamentals as the program prepares for the season opener. The first opportunity to observe the team under the new interim coach will be at the game against Green Bay Preble on December 1.
The takeaway
The hiring of an alumnus highlights the school's focus on institutional stability and mentorship to rebuild the program. Local supporters can look forward to a fresh strategic approach aimed at addressing the team's historical performance challenges.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Green Bay Press-Gazette.
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