James Borrego, an American professional basketball coach currently serving as the associate head coach of the New Orleans Pelicans, has had his longtime wife, Megan, by his side through all of life’s ups and downs.
The former Charlotte Hornets head coach, James Borrego, and his longtime wife, Megan Kennedy Borrego, have known each other since childhood, as they are both natives of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
“James and I grew up basically in the same houses,” said Megan Borrego in an interview.
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Furthermore, James Borrego and Megan attended the same high school, Albuquerque Academy in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where James not only helped the team reach the state title game four consecutive seasons but also won the heart of his now wife.
Although the couple was in a long-distance relationship while James attended the University of San Diego and Megan studied at Santa Clara, they continued to date and eventually tied the knot in 2001.
From high school sweethearts to happily ever after, James Borrego and his wife, Megan, have been happily married for over two decades and remain each other’s constant supporters.
Despite being the wife of a renowned basketball coach, Megan prefers to maintain a low profile and hasn’t shared much about her professional life; however, James often expresses his love for his longtime partner.
In a 2016 interview, James Borrego said:
“She was my high school sweetheart, she has supported me 100 percent, and been with me throughout all the moves. She is really a major piece of why I am where I’m at. It’s been tough for her, but she’s the one who makes the family wherever we are.”
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James Borrego And His Wife, Megan, Are Proud Parents Of Three Kids
James Borrego and his wife, Megan Kennedy, are not just an amazing couple but also great parents to their three kids, including two sons, Zachary and Nicholas, and their only daughter, Grace.
Furthermore, the couple raised all three of their children to be amazing athletes, and all of their kids are following in their father James’ footsteps in basketball.
Their first child and only daughter, Grace Borrego, was born in 2006 and is continuing her academic and athletic career at USC as part of USC’s 2028 class.
Grace is a multi-sport athlete who has showcased her talents in both volleyball and basketball.
She played varsity volleyball at her parents’ alma mater, Albuquerque Academy, before moving to Charlotte, North Carolina, where she competed as a small forward (#23) for the girls’ varsity basketball team at Charlotte Christian School.
With her athletic journey spanning cities such as San Antonio, New Orleans, Orlando, Charlotte, and Albuquerque, Grace has developed a versatile sports profile. She graduated from Charlotte Christian School in 2024.
Their second child, son Zachary Borrego, is an emerging basketball talent in the 2027 class at Metairie Park Country Day School in Louisiana.
Standing at 6’1”, he plays both point guard and shooting guard. Zac began his varsity career at Albuquerque Academy in New Mexico before transferring to Metairie Park Country Day School.
He also competes at the club level for BYC NM (Basketball U), gaining valuable experience on and off the court. Zachary recently received his first Division I offer from Southern Utah University.
Their youngest son, Nicholas, is also playing basketball at his high school; however, very little information is available about his athletic journey.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- James Borrego was born on November 12, 1977, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and is of Mexican American descent.
- He and his sister, Jessica Borrego Schaefer, were raised by their single mother, Lydia Borrego.
- James won two NBA championships as the assistant head coach of the San Antonio Spurs.
