Scott Saban!!!

Scott Saban, One of our Coaching Heroes

In Desert Hot Springs we take pride in our student athletes! We are home to some of the valley’s finest, and that’s only made possible through quality coaching. Scott Saban happens to be one of those coaches. How much of an impact is he making? His reach begins on the soccer field with some of our elementary school students, and extends onto the High School campus where he coaches our Golden Eagles Varsity Soccer Team. This week, I was able to catch up with coach as he concluded the season with the Golden Eagles.

He has a LOVE for DHS!!! “I love DHS because of all the amazing and real people in our community it has a small town feeling. I have lived in B Bar H Ranch for 28 years and love the views.”

His Passion for Coaching is Evident!

I see that you coach in multiple areas, what are they?

I have been coaching soccer in DHS for 20 years being involved with AYSO for all of those and also for the past 13 years at DHSHS. This year I am coaching an 8U (AYSO) team, High School team and also a Sunday league team with DHS alumni.

About the Golden Eagles, this was a Special Season!!!

This season was a special year because of my Senior class. I have known some of them for most of their lives, and also have coached some since they were 11 and 12 years old. They have come along way… never being on a winning team until all of their hard work paid off this year. This year we finished 8-6 in league and 11-9-1 overall advancing to the CIF playoffs for the first time in 4 years.

Many coaches live by a coaching philosophy, do you have one?

My coaching philosophy has evolved over the years, but I like to say it closely resembles Coach Wooden’s Pyramid of success! The cornerstones of the Pyramid are hardwork and enthusiasm.

Thank you Scott for your service to our youth!

A Thought From the Community Champion

A couple of days ago, I attended the first half of a frosh basketball game at the high school. In the crowd along with me were a city employee, a city official, a police officer, a school administrator, several small business owners, and school personnel. After looking around, it occurred to me just how much of a gold mine we have here in the city.

We have the luxury, a nearly unlikely scenario of a growing city’s momentum while maintaining a small town feel. This is DHS. From the growth in small business, to the ability to know your neighbors by name, this is DHS. From witnessing the swearing in of a new council, to interacting with some of those council members at the grocery store, in the gym, or at the car wash, this is DHS. From spas to playground, healing waters to generous hearts.. this is DHS. Let’s ADVANCE DHS!!!

Many people ask, “With all that you do, why advancing DHS?” The answer is quite simple, I have a desire to see DHS advance. Advance to the forefront of the valley where I feel it can be!

Where else in the valley can you find yourself surrounded by mountain views? Views close enough to see intricate details embedded within the mountains. We boast a Chief of Police who in 2 years has spearheaded a turnaround that has positioned us as one of the safest city’s valley wide. This same man is as accessible as can be, answering the inquiries of concerned citizens even on social media, regardless of how busy his week may be.

Want to be a part? There are a few ways! First, we are a non profit 501c3, contact us to contribute financially. Your donation will help us keep the momentum! Have an idea for us to write about? Email us. Let’s Advance DHS!