Athletics

Welcome Home, Coach Jared Thompson!

We are thrilled to welcome back one of our own—Jared Thompson, Edison High School Class of 2006—as our new Head Baseball Coach!

Coach Thompson returns to Edison after an impressive 12-year run as the Head Coach at Sunnyside High School, where he built a strong program and helped numerous student-athletes continue their baseball careers at the collegiate level. His leadership, experience, and commitment to developing young athletes make him a perfect fit to carry on and elevate Edison’s proud baseball tradition.

Coach Thompson is passionate about the game and even more passionate about our community. He’s excited to return home and give back to the school that helped shape his own journey.

Please join us in giving a warm welcome home to Coach Jared Thompson—we’re proud to have him back in black and gold!

Edison High School Welcomes JaMarr Chisom as New
Head Coach of Boys' Basketball Program

CHISOM Fresno, CA - April 4, 2025 - Edison High School is proud to announce the hiring of JaMarr Chisom as the new head coach of its boys' basketball program. With a strong background in player development, leadership, and a passion for mentorship, Chisom is set to lead the Tigers into a new era of excellence on
and off the court. Chisom brings with him years of experience both as a player and a coach, having previously served as the Roosevelt High School head basketball coach where he brought 2 Valley
Championships, 5 league titles, and one-time state runner up home to the Roughriders. Known for his high-energy coaching style, commitment to fundamentals, and ability to
connect with student-athletes, he is widely respected in the local basketball community. "We're excited to welcome Coach Chisom to the Edison family," said Athletic Director Dave Wheeler, Edison High School Athletic Director. "His vision for the program aligns with our values of discipline, integrity, and academic achievement. We believe he will build a
competitive and inspiring program that our students, families, and alumni can be proud of." As head coach, Chisom plans to focus on developing a culture of hard work, accountability, and teamwork while emphasizing academic success and community involvement. He expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity, saying, "I'm honored to lead the Edison basketball program. This school has a rich tradition, and I'm ready to get to work
with these young men to continue that legacy and build something special together." Edison High School looks forward to the future under Coach Chisom's leadership and will
invite the community to join in welcoming him to the Tiger family.

Edison High School Welcomes D'Shara Strange as New
Head Coach of Girls' Basketball Program

D'SHARA STRANGE Fresno, CA - April 4, 2025 - Edison High School is excited to announce the appointment of D'Shara Strange as the new head coach of its girls' basketball program. Strange brings a distinguished background as both a player and coach, poised
to lead the Tigers to new heights.
Originally from Fountain, Colorado, Strange, had an illustrious collegiate career at the University of Northern Colorado from 2010 to 2015. As a 5-foot-10 guard, she earned multiple accolades, including Big Sky Conference Freshman of the Year, two-time Big Sky Defensive Player of the Year, and Co-Big Sky MVP in her senior year. She concluded her time with the Bears as the all-time leader in scoring (1,891 points) and rebounds (1,039), while also setting single-season records for steals and rebounds. Coach
Strange holds a place in the Hall of Fame in Northen Colorado. Following her collegiate success, Strange played professionally in Europe, with stints in Hungary and Germany. She also represented the United States in an international tournament in China. Transitioning into coaching, Strange served as an assistant coach at Montana Tech University and later at Idaho State University during the 2018-19 season, contributing to the team's 20-11 record and an appearance in the Women's National Invitation Tournament (WNIT). From 2019 - 2021, Strange was an assistant coach with Fresno State University and most recently served at the JV Head Coach for the Edison Lady
Tigers and is excited to return to the program. "We are thrilled to have Coach Strange join the Edison family," said Athletic Director Dave Wheeler. "Her extensive experience as both a player and coach, along with her
commitment to developing student-athletes, makes her an exceptional fit for our program." Strange expressed her enthusiasm about leading the Tigers: "I'm honored to take on the role of head coach at Edison High School. I look forward to building a culture of excellence,
both on and off the court, and guiding our student-athletes toward success." Students, parents, and community members will soon be provided with a public
opportunity to welcome Coach Strange and learn more about her vision for the program.