Texas Christian University Development

Carven Holcombe graduated from Jack Yates High School in 1983. He was named Who's Who in basketball and was selected High School Player of the Year for the state of Texas in 1983. Holcombe joined the TCU basketball squad in 1983 where he served as team captain for four years. He was named Freshman of the Year in 1984, elected to the Southwest Conference second team in 1985 and 1986, then first team in 1987. He helped lead his team in back-to-back Southwest Conference Championships in 1986 and 1987 and currently ranks as the school's second all-time leading scorer. He also ranks among the leaders in numerous other categories. The Cleveland Cavaliers drafted Holcombe in 1987. He went on to play in the European basketball league until 1993. After his basketball career, Holcombe worked in management for two large grocery chains and currently owns and operates A-1 Powerwash Services. He is also coaching at Prince of Peace Lutheran School. Holcombe currently uses his basketball and team skills to help teach young boys and girls respect, integrity, perseverance and teamwork.