01 Mar 2026 Ethan McCoy – Mayflower (501 Basketball Team 2026)

Mayflower senior guard Ethan McCoy will never forget his first shot he ever made: a three-pointer. That moment forever sparked his love for the game, fueling his continued desire for greatness. “I used to struggle with my confidence,” he said. “But by keeping my head down and working hard, I obtained the skills to produce on the court.”

As a senior, McCoy is pushing himself to continue playing at the next level. “I want to be the best shooter in the state,” he said. 

According to his coaches, McCoy’s ambition is second to none. “Ethan is one of the most dedicated and hardest workers on our team,” Head Coach Brent Stallings said. “He is an excellent student who is respected by his teammates and classmates and will be expected to set the example for others this season.”

Aside from his personal goals, McCoy inspires his younger teammates to spread their wings. “My basketball team is like family to me,” he said. “We have the talent and the skills to win a state championship, and I’m all-in on taking us there.”

After basketball, he dreams of a career in the medical field. “I want to go to medical school to become an orthopedic surgeon,” he said.

For student-athletes looking to follow in his footsteps, McCoy recommends one virtue: patience. “I didn’t play a minute on the court until my junior year, but I kept working,” he said. “It’s okay if you’re not good now. Stay committed and your confidence will come.”