Coach Devin's love for basketball was ignited at a young age and has continued to grow throughout his life. He encountered his first significant setback in 8th grade when he failed to secure a spot on the school's basketball team, which was quite surprising considering his previous year's success on the 7th grade A team. Frustrated but determined, he made a promise to himself to never face rejection again. This motivated him to play all four years of high school basketball, and his defining moment came during a memorable game against their biggest rival. Down by over 30 points at halftime and fueled by his coach's passionate halftime speech, Devin emerged as a force on the court, making shot after shot, stealing the ball, and hitting clutch three-pointers to lead his team to an improbable comeback, hitting a half-court buzzer-beater to send the game into overtime.

After graduating from Willowridge High School as a versatile combo guard, Devin's basketball journey took him to East Texas Baptist University (ETBU), where he walked on to the team. However, due to some poor decisions during his time at the university, he was removed from both the team and the school. This setback brought him to his lowest point, and he took a break from the game for a few years. Yet, his passion for basketball remained. With unwavering determination, he recommitted himself to training, pursuing a professional career, and eventually finding success in the ABA (American Basketball Association) and even getting drafted into the Mexico-Liga Chihuahua Vive professional league. These experiences are a testament to his relentless work ethic and unwavering dedication.