COACHES
Our staff is made up of highly trained experts with a variety of specializations. Each and every day, it’s their mission to support our players and push them to the next level. The coaching staff helps our team reach their potential, both physically and psychologically. Meet the people who help make Howell Vikings Basketball what it is today.
COACH GRANT AGBO - HEAD COACH
Coach Grant Agbo is in his 11th year coaching at Francis Howell. The 4th Year Head Coach is 2 time GAC south Coach of the Year and 1 time District Coach of the Year, as St. Louis Native Agbo Attended McCluer High school and was coached by former Vikings Coach Kurt Jacob. While at McCluer , Agbo was 2 time conference player of the year, 2 time 1st team all state and 2 time all metro. He went on to attend Truman State University where he was conference Freshman of the year, 4 year starter, and finished top 20 in scoring and rebounding for school history. Coach Agbo Winning percentage at Howell is .718 percent
COACH CHRIS WILLIAMS- VARSITY ASSISTANT
Coach Christopher Williams a Peoria, IL native is entering his first year coaching at Francis Howell. Coach Williams comes in with over 20 years of experience, 7 years on the collegiate level. During his career he has been able to assist in transforming young men lives. 14 former players are currently oversees playing. Has had Previous stops at MICDS, and Howell Central.
COACH FADI KAID - VARSITY ASSISTANT
Coach Fadi Kaid was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, moved to his home country of Palestine, but returned to St. Charles as he began his freshman year at Francis Howell High School. A Howell graduate in 2017 and played basketball all four years. Winning Two straight GAC South Conference Titles. Entering his 3rd season, Coach Kaid is excited and extremely blessed for the opportunity to help grow the Brotherhood that is Francis Howell Basketball.
COACH MAURICE SIMON - VARSITYÂ ASSISTANT
Coach Simon Brings over 12 years of Youth basketball experience to Howell having coached nationally ranked teams from the STL area. At Howell Coach Simon has assisted on all three levels , Freshman, Junior Varsity and Varsity.
COACH WILL CRAWFORD - JUNIOR VARSITY HEAD COACH
Will Crawford is in his fourth-year as a Howell Basketball Coach and first as the head JV coach. Will is a native of Cheyenne, Wy but has lived in the STL area since 2019.
COACH CLIFF WILLIAMS - FRESHMAN HEAD COACH
Accomplished Basketball Coach with over 10 years of experience helping student athletes to realize their greatest performance levels in the game of Basketball. Adept in guiding players to foster their competencies, and gain new and beneficial skills. Experienced in helping players learn powerful techniques to improve their form and maximize performance and endurance. Bringing forth a personal background demonstrating powerful Coaching Skills and a commitment to the sport of Basketball. Entering his 3rd season as a Howell Basketball Coach , Coach Williams is dedicated to ensuring Howell Basketball has continued success.