“We are very excited to have someone of Coach Payne's caliber to take our men’s basketball program to the next level. His proven track record and triumphant spirit are the winning combination necessary to keep Denmark Tech athletics forging onward. His degree in mechanical engineering coupled with his having coached Division I, Division II, and NAIA, will truly prove beneficial as he works to support our student-athletes on the court and in the classroom," said Denmark Technical College President Dr. Willie L. Todd, Jr. With a 20-year performance history of motivating and inspiring students both academically and athletically, Coach Payne and Denmark Technical College are sure to be a force to be reckoned with.