Get to Know – Joel Rankin

Joel Rankin

Where did you grow up? Peoria, Illinois until 8th grade, Dubuque, Iowa in high school.

Schools attended? High School – Dubuque Wahlert.  College – University of Northern Iowa

Who is in your family? Two Sons.  Luke age 20, Drew age 18

Favorite hobby outside of teaching/coaching? Tennis, Movies, Reading

How did you get into the sport? When did you start playing?  Been playing since 1st grade.  I’ve always loved basketball.

Favorite thing about coaching? Relationships with players and coaches.  Making memories together.

Favorite memory from coaching at DCG?  Coaching my two boys.  Winning the state championship in 2022.  Going to state for the 1st time in 2010.

Most rewarding part of being a teacher/coach at DCG?  Wonderful community support.  Special kids.


Advice to a young player?  You get what you put in!