VYPE: Coach Roper, how many years have you coached?
Lynn Roper: Second year as a varsity head coach. Over 15 years coaching experience.
VYPE: Do you teach? If so, what subject?
LR: I’m a Geometry teacher.
VYPE: As you approach opening night, how is your team shaping up?
LR: We should increase our win total from last year.
VYPE: What can we expect to see from the Claremore Zebras this season?
LR: A mix of experienced seniors and some talented underclassmen.
VYPE: What’s unique or special about the community of Claremore?
LR: Claremore is anxious to return to winning girls basketball.
VYPE: What do you hope your student-athletes learn from you?
LR: You get out what you put in.
VYPE: What is the greatest lesson your student-athletes have taught you?
LR: They can overachieve with the right support.
VYPE: What components/values are necessary to a successful coaching staff?
LR: Loyalty and communication.
VYPE: What advice would you give to a young coach?
LR: Surround yourself with the right people to grow with and learn from.
