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Denton Basketball Star Lojok Loliwa Overcomes Homelessness with Coach's Help

March 10, 2026
Denton Broncos senior Lojok Loliwa overcame homelessness to lead his basketball team. Discover the inspiring story of how his coach's family took him in.
Lojok Loliwa is a standout senior for the Denton Broncos basketball team, known for his precision passing and leadership on the court. However, his journey took a challenging turn when his mother was forced to move to Missouri for work, leaving Lojok with the difficult decision to stay in Denton alone. Facing homelessness as an unaccompanied minor, Lojok found support from assistant coach Nick Otto, whose family welcomed him into their home. This story highlights Lojok's incredible resilience, his dedication to his teammates, and the powerful bond formed within the Denton basketball family. Despite the obstacles, Lojok continues to inspire those around him with his service-before-self mentality.