WACO, Texas — After two decades delivering packages for UPS, LaQuan Hughes decided it was time to deliver something else — purpose.

Hughes, a defensive line coach at University High School, spent roughly 20 years working for UPS before transitioning into education and coaching during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I worked for UPS for about 20 years,” Hughes said. “During COVID, I had an injury and decided it was time to do something different. I wanted to be an educator, got my certifications, and everything just worked out.”

A University High alum, Hughes said returning to his alma mater made the career shift even more meaningful.

“I’m well known in the community, and when the opportunity came, I just went for it,” he said. “I’m blessed, and it’s been great.”

Today, Hughes teaches physical

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