By Kayleen Holder, Editor
This week, Devine welcomes new Athletic Director Doug Bull, who has over two decades of experience building up athletic programs across Texas. Bull prides himself on implementing systems that support student-athlete success both on and off the field.
“I am very excited about the opportunity to serve as the athletic director for Devine ISD,” Bull said in a short chat Tuesday morning.
He was getting straight to work, meeting with principals to discuss coaching vacancies. When asked what he looks for in a leadership team, he stated, “My coaches are passionate, hardworking people with integrity, who are going to do what’s best for the kids.”
Prior to coming to Devine, Coach Bull served as the AD for Medina Valley ISD, where he oversaw their rapidly growing athletic department for a little over two years. Prior to that, Bull served as Assistant Athletic Director for Corpus Christi ISD for over three years.
His career began with six years of experience at the collegiate level (Naval Academy, Illinois State and Northern State Universities), before transitioning to the secondary level and serving impactful roles in Edna, Dalhart, Galveston, and Deer Park. At Deer Park ISD, he was part of the leadership team that helped guide the district through its most successful athletic decade, marked by multiple state tournament appearances and state championships. As director of Strength and Training, Bull helped take volleyball, soccer, softball, and baseball to state.
Coach Bull is a certified athletic administrator through both the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association and the Texas High School Athletic Directors Association. He also holds a Texas Principal Certificate. He earned his M.S. in Education from Northern State University and a B.S. in Exercise Science from Fort Hays State University.
Throughout his career, Coach Bull has remained committed to the holistic development of student-athletes—as students, leaders, and individuals of character. His leadership fosters championship-level culture, professional growth for coaches, and long-term success across athletic programs.
Look for a more in-depth interview in the coming weeks.
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