FARSON — Farson-Eden High School has turned to a familiar Wyoming name to lead its boys basketball program, hiring David Jones as head coach.
Jones, who grew up in La Barge and played for Big Piney High School, takes over the Pronghorns after they finished last season with a 6-4 record in the 1A Southwest Conference and a 12-12 overall mark under Rick Mitchelson.
Jones brings a strong background in Wyoming basketball to the position. He played for the Big Piney Punchers before attending Northwest College, where he served as a student assistant coach for the women’s basketball team. He later attended the University of Wyoming, earning a degree in physical education while working as a student manager for the Cowboys.
Since graduating, Jones has taught and coached in multiple Wyoming scho