Heritage boys - Departing Coach Adam Gray
MONROEVILLE, Ind. - (Updated 4/24) Coach Gray departs to take over the Bluffton. Good Varsity Club member reports the Patriots lose 4 out of 5 starters - Including the school’s all time leading scorer, 2nd in rebounds, 1st in steals, 4th in assists (Luke Saylor) from a 13-12 team. Return 2nd team all ACAC player Kobe Meyer. Also return juniors D’Vontaye Washington (6’5 F), Noah Redmon (6’3 F), sophomore Landon Lybarger (6’ G)- all logged significant varsity minutes. JV was 15-4 last year. Report continues that the feeder program had 86 kids in K-2 league and a 9 team 3-5 grade league. Administration reportedly very supportive. No teaching positions official yet, but several will be available as East Allen in a larger district serving multiple schools.

The boys job at White River Valley is now open. The Greene County newspaper reported it.

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South Vermillion girls - Departing Coach Matt Payne
CLINTON, Ind. -- (Updated 4/21) Good Varsity Clubber reports front runner now is former player and current assistant coach, Halea Chubb.

Burton voted Indiana Mr. Basketball for 2023

Star guard is Penn's first boys' All-Star, third Mr. Basketball to go to Notre Dame

Markus Burton has earned the top individual award in Indiana high school boys basketball.

Burton, a 6-1 guard from Penn High School, has been named IndyStar Indiana Mr. Basketball for 2023 in online voting of media and boys’ varsity coaches conducted by the Indiana Basketball Coaches Association and All-Star game director Mike Broughton, it was announced Wednesday (April 19) as part of the IndyStar Indiana Sports Awards program.

The Mr. Basketball result means Burton will wear the No. 1 jersey for the Indiana All-Stars in their annual series with Kentucky. The Mr. Basketball award goes to the top boys’ basketball senior in the state. The Mr. Basketball and Miss Basketball awards are part of the IndyStar Indiana All-Star program that dates to 1939. The Miss Basketball award, along with the girls' All-Stars, was added to the All-Star program in 1976.

The complete 2023 boys' All-Star team was announced on April 4. The complete 2023 girls' All-Star team was announced on March 14. Laila Hull of Zionsville previously was announced as Miss Basketball for 2023.

Burton earned the boys' top honor after being named on 171 ballots submitted to Broughton in balloting that ran from March 14 through March 29. Xavier Booker of Cathedral was runner-up with 20 votes. Zane Doughty of Ben Davis and Joey Hart of Linton-Stockton each received six votes. Myles Colvin was fifth with five votes followed by Mason Jones of Valparaiso with three votes. In total, 16 players received at least one Mr. Basketball vote.

A Notre Dame recruit, Burton averaged a state-best 30.3 points as well as 5.7 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 3.6 steals while leading Penn to a 28-2 season that included Northern Indiana Conference, Elkhart Sectional and Michigan City Regional championships. He converted 58.2 percent on field goals (348 of 598), including 42.5 percent on 3-point attempts (65 of 153) for the Kingsmen. He also sank 87.1 percent on free throws (148 of 170).

For his career, Burton totaled a school- and St. Joseph County-record 2,273 points as well as 533 rebounds, 512 assists and 329 steals while Penn amassed an aggregate record of 74-31 over his four seasons (10-14, 12-12, 24-3 and 28-2). He also holds the school record for points in a season (909 as a senior) and produced a triple-double of 14 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists in this year's sectional opener against Elkhart on Feb. 28.

Burton is the first boys' player and the eighth overall player from Penn to be named an Indiana All-Star. Those chosen as All-Stars previously from Penn, all girls, are Jessica Reiter (2000), Lily Svete (2009), Alex Morton (2012), Taylor Lutz (2013), Caroline Buhr (2014), Camryn Buhr (2016) and Kaitlyn Costner (2021). Also, Penn's Kristi Ulrich is the head coach of the 2023 girls' All-Stars.

In going to Notre Dame, Burton joins Chris Thomas of Pike (2003) and Luke Zeller of Washington (2005) as Mr. Basketball honorees to join the Irish program. Burton, Thomas and Zeller are among 24 Indiana All-Stars to play for the ND men's basketball program.

Burton also is the third Mr. Basketball winner from St. Joseph County. He follows John Coalmon of South Bend Central in 1957 and David Magley of South Bend LaSalle in 1978. Burton also becomes the third Mr. Basketball recipient coached by Al Rhodes. The Penn mentor also guided 1985 winner Jeff Grose and 1996 winner Kevin Ault while he was the coach at Warsaw.

While in high school, Burton has been recognized as 2021 IBCA Large School All-State, 2022 IBCA Underclass Supreme 15, 2022 AP third-team All-State, 2023 IBCA Senior Supreme 15 and 2023 AP first-team All-State. He also was named the NIC's most valuable player in 2022 and 2023 after earning honorable mention all-NIC accolades in 2021.

Mr. Basketball and Miss Basketball traditionally wear No. 1 jerseys for the respective Indiana Boys All-Stars and Indiana Girls All-Stars in the annual series with Kentucky. The All-Stars will face the Indiana Junior All-Stars in an exhibition doubleheader on June 7 at Cathedral High School in Indianapolis. The All-Stars follow with their home-and-home doubleheaders with Kentucky -- June 9 at the Owensboro SportsCenter in Owensboro, Ky., and June 10 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

A list of Mr. Basketball honorees follows.

Indiana Mr. Basketball honorees
1939: George Crowe, Franklin
1940: Ed Schienbein, Southport
1941: John Bass, Greenwood
1942: Bud Brown, Muncie Burris
1943: not awarded (World War II)
1944: not awarded (World War II)
1945: Tom Schwartz, Kokomo
1946: Johnny Wilson, Anderson
1947: Bill Garrett, Shelbyville
1948: Bob Masters, Lafayette Jeff
1949: Dee Monroe, Madison
1950: Pat Klein, Marion
1951: Tom Harrold, Muncie Central
1952: Joe Sexson, Indianapolis Tech
1953: Hallie Bryant, Indianapolis Attucks
1954: Bobby Plump, Milan
1955: Wilson Eison, Gary Roosevelt
1956: Oscar Robertson, Indianapolis Attucks
1957: John Coalmon, South Bend Central
1958: Mike McCoy, Fort Wayne South
1959: Jimmy Rayl, Kokomo
1960: Ron Bonham, Muncie Central
1961: Tom VanArsdale, Indianapolis Manual, and Dick VanArsdale, Indianpolis Manual
1962: Larry Humes, Madison
1963: Rick Jones, Muncie Central
1964: Dennis Brady, Lafayette Jeff
1965: Bill Keller, Indianapolis Washington
1966: Rick Mount, Lebanon
1967: Willie Long, Fort Wayne South
1968: Billy Shepherd, Carmel
1969: George McGinnis, Indianapolis Washington
1970: Dave Shepherd, Carmel
1971: Mike Flynn, Jeffersonville
1972: Phil Cox, Connersville
1973: Kent Benson, New Castle
1974: Steve Collier, Southwestern (Hanover), and Roy Taylor, Anderson
1975: Kyle Macy, Peru
1976: Dave Colescott, Marion
1977: Ray Tolbert, Anderson Madison Heights
1978: David Magley, South Bend LaSalle
1979: Steve Bouchie, Washington
1980: Jim Master, Harding (Fort Wayne)
1981: Dan Palombizio, Michigan City Rogers
1982: Roger Harden, Valparaiso
1983: Steve Alford, New Castle
1984: Delray Brooks, Michigan City Rogers, and Troy Lewis, Anderson,
1985: Jeff Grose, Warsaw
1986: Mark Jewell, Lafayette Jeff
1987: Jay Edwards, Marion, and Lyndon Jones, Marion
1988: Woody Austin, Richmond
1989: Pat Graham, Floyd Central
1990: Damon Bailey, Bedford North Lawrence
1991: Glenn Robinson, Gary Roosevelt
1992: Charles Macon, Michigan City Elston
1993: Maurice “Kojak” Fuller, Anderson
1994: Bryce Drew, Valparaiso
1995: Damon Frierson, Ben Davis
1996: Kevin Ault, Warsaw
1997: Luke Recker, DeKalb
1998: Tom Coverdale, Noblesville
1999: Jason Gardner, North Central
2000: Jared Jeffries, Bloomington North
2001: Chris Thomas, Pike
2002: Sean May, Bloomington North
2003: Justin Cage, Pike
2004: A.J. Ratliff, North Central
2005: Luke Zeller, Washington
2006: Greg Oden, Lawrence North
2007: Eric Gordon, North Central
2008: Tyler Zeller, Washington
2009: Jordan Hulls, Bloomington South
2010: DeShaun Thomas, Fort Wayne Bishop Luers
2011: Cody Zeller, Washington
2012: Gary Harris, Hamilton Southeastern
2013: Zak Irvin, Hamilton Southeastern
2014: Trey Lyles, Indianapolis Tech
2015: Caleb Swanigan, Homestead
2016: Kyle Guy, Lawrence Central
2017: Kris Wilkes, North Central
2018: Romeo Langford, New Albany
2019: Trayce Jackson-Davis, Center Grove
2020: Anthony Leal, Bloomington South
2021: Caleb Furst, Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian
2022: Braden Smith, Westfield
2023: Markus Burton, Penn

Warren Central boys - Departing Coach D'Andre Davis
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Criss Beyers (Closed 4/20)

Lawrence Central boys - Departing Coach Al Gooden
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Phil Washington (Closed 4/20)

Columbus East girls - Departing Coach Danny Brown
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Kaitlyn Phillips (Closed 4/20)

Speedway has 2 openings in its basketball program. We are in search of a head coach for our 7th Grade and our 8th Grade Teams. Anyone interested should apply at: https://www.applitrack.com/speedway...rform.Url=&category=Extracurricular+Positions

Any questions you have should be directed to Head Coach, Joe Smith at: jsmith@speedwayschools.net

Let me know if you have any other questions!

Union County girls - Departing Coach Scott Gray
LIBERTY, Ind. -- (Updated 4/18) Red flags are flying high over Union County. Ten year coach Scott Gray (133-99) with back-to-back Sectional titles has been informed his contract will not be renewed. Last year’s Patriots were another of Coach Gray’s over-achieving clubs, going 16-10 including a 9-2 run after New Year’s that culminated in the surprise Sectional. Coach Gray also served as softball coach, and reportedly he has not been renewed in that capacity either. Four of last year’s seven main contributors are expected to return on the hardwood, but that may be the least important aspect of this job at this point. Multiple reports of parents bending ear of admin that allegedly caved. One parent even kept a notebook to keep track how often she was offended etc. Lay coaches at UC are year-to-year contracts and typically renewed in June. So that timeline may or may not impact the hiring/opening process. MS Sped, MS Science, MS Math.

Edinburgh girls - Departing Coach Amy Schilling
EDINBURGH, Ind. -- (Updated 4/18) Coach Schilling will not be returning after leading the Lancers for 10 seasons. Last year, the Varsity went 6-18 and really struggled to score points. A losing streak of ten games closed out their season. Losing last year’s leading rebounder and second reading scorer in Gracie Crawhorn willhurt, but the vast majority of contributing Lancers were underclassmen. Good Varsity Clubber reports sr-2-b Kyah Streeval was good for about a dozen an outing last year, and she is expected back as returning leading scorer. Good Varsity Club member reports JV Coach Keith Burton as likely candidate.

Rossville girls - Departing Coach Chad Geheb
ROSSVILLE, Ind. -- (Updated 3/23) Rossville girls job now officially accepting applications as Coach Geheb will not return for a 9th season. The Hornets finished last season 15-11 and captured a Sectional title. Good Varsity Clubber sends in report that states three seniors will be lost this spring, but a competitive core of underclassmen should return. Two varsity freshman pointed to specifically as long term leaders for program and incoming coach. Report continues that given the Rossville schedule, that if the roster stays as expected, there is no reason to think that the Hornets can’t expect to be competitive for several seasons. JV struggled but underclass leaders were logging varsity time. Several jobs openings as well including HS Social Studies, HS Math, and Eled Guidance. More may open. Name to board 4/7.

Al Rhodes retires

Over 1000 games coached and a Final Four in each of the FIVE decades he coached. Amazing

Hope he enjoys retirement.

Wawasee boys - Departing Coach Jon Everingham
SYRACUSE, Ind. — Lou Lefevre (Closed 4/19)

Lanesville boys – Departing Coach Mikel Miller
LANESVILLE, Ind. – Kyle Brown (Closed 4/19)

The South Bend School Board - in a marathon 4-hour meeting - voted 4-3 to consolidate four high schools into three by closing Clay High School, among other things.

The closure will occur after the 2023-24 school year.

Huntington North boys - Departing Coach Craig Teagle
HUNTINGTON, Ind. -- (Updated 4/18) Now official that Coach Teagle will not return after eight largely successful seasons with the Vikings. Last season was a rare losing docket as the Vikes finished 8-16, but good Varsity Club member reports things might be even tougher next season for incoming coach. Only three letterwinners are expected back that logged any significant varsity time, and none were huge contributors to the HN effort. A competitive JV is a positive report states, and middle school teams are competitive. Not much going on in terms of teaching jobs at this time, only MS ELA, but more are expected.

West Washington boys - Departing Coach Clayton Sullivan
CAMPBELLSBURG, Ind. -- Jamie Cummings (Closed 4/18)

Trinity Lutheran girls - Departing Coach Mike Lang
Seymour, Ind. - (Updated 4/13) Coach Lang departs to take the boys job across the hall. Coach had led the girls program for the past 12 seasons. Good Varsity Club member reports they have a preferred candidate, and it could be finalized soon. (Updated 4/17) Good Varsity Club member reports the ‘preferred candidate’ has decided to stay put and not head to TL. Back to square one for the Cougars.

Coach,

If you are attending the 2023 IBCA clinic, we are looking forward to seeing you.

Each speaker at this year's clinic has some connection to Indiana HS basketball.

A few items of importance before you come:

1. New clinic itinerary (there has been one change made on Thursday)
*Matt Painter is speaking at 7:00
* Lin Dunn is speaking at 8:15
*All college speakers in person
*HS Coach of the Year Presentations will be posted on the IBCA website after the clinic for one year for you to view

2. Remember: the clinic this year is at Mt. Vernon (Fortville) HS 8112 N 200 W, Fortville, IN 46040

3. Parking map attached (Thursday should not be an issue, but make sure you look at the map for Friday. There is one lot that is off limits for Friday)

4. Check your email Wednesday for a digital name badge. Everyone signed up for the clinic will receive a digital name badge on Wednesday via email.

5. Arrive early on Thursday

*There is only one entrance (door 17). There are 6 doors with only the 3 doors to the right being open. We have the largest clinic pre registration post covid. Don't miss out on the first speaker because you are standing in line to get in.
*If you have not registered yet, it is best to do so now at https://in.nhsbca.org/
*You may register at the door, but it is best to pre-register.
*ONline registration will be shut down on Wednesday and reopened on Thursday

6. Take time to visit the vendors present at the clinic. They support high school basketball in Indiana and attempt to help you with your job. Let them know we appreciate their efforts.

Chuck Freeby had Jimtown boys being open last week on his twitter account. That is what I am hearing as well. Anyone have any news there.

Churubusco boys - Departing Coach Shannon Beard
CHURUBUSCO, Ind. -- (Updated 4/17) The undermanned Eagles struggled with back to back 3-20 seasons. Good Varsity Clubber reports that the offensively challenged roster was seldom in most games. New coach will likely inherit much of the same as only one senior dotted the program. He contributed only 6ppg, so just about everything is back. Contending for Sectional is probably too much at this point, but report does indicated bettering last year’s win total is achievable. JV is reported as average, but all middle school teams (8, 7, and 6) had losing records last winter. MS/HS Social Studies

East Central boys - Departing Coach David Disbro
ST. LEON, Ind. -- Tyler Theising (Closed 4/17)

Columbus East boys - Departing Coach Brent Chitty
COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Perry Nash (Closed 4/17)

Floyd Central boys - Departing Coach Greg Walters
FLOYDS KNOBS, Ind. -- (Updated 4/17) AJ Moye now confirmed as name in the mix for Highlanders

Beech Grove boys - Departing Coach Joe Rihm (Interim)
BEECH GROVE, Ind. -- (Updated 4/17) Admin announces they will remove interim tag. Joe Rihm will be head coach next season.

Lanesville boys – Departing Coach Mikel Miller
LANESVILLE, Ind. –- (Updated 4/17) Good Varsity Club member reports done deal now in Kyle Brown