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

March 10, 2026
Assistant Coach's Family Provides Home After Mother's Move to Missouri

Lojok Loliwa is a standout senior for the Denton Broncos, known for his precision passing and leadership on the court. His journey took a challenging turn when his mother was forced to move to Missouri for work, leaving Lojok with a difficult choice: follow her or stay in Denton alone.

Facing homelessness as an unaccompanied minor, Loliwa found support from assistant coach Nick Otto, whose family welcomed him into their home. Despite the obstacles, Loliwa continues to inspire teammates with his service-before-self mentality, highlighting the powerful bonds formed within the Denton basketball family.