[1] He won the Israeli Basketball Premier League MVP award in 1989-90. He coached three players who would later become top 10 NBA draft picks, including 2006 Indiana Mr. Basketball winner Greg Oden, who was the No. (Contact Andree Desrochers) Ms. Pamela Nixon - Counselor, Grades 10-12 He is one of the greatest high school basketball coaches in our state and country., RELATED: Lawrence North grad, BSU linebacker credits his mom for his ability to persevere. (Contact Betsy Butz), Nurse - Ms. Jennifer English, RN Student-Athlete Development/S.H.I.E.L.D./SAAC, Saints Fall to Mary Washington in the NCAA Tournament, Saints Men's Basketball - NCAA First Round Preview, Downs, Adamson, Syroka Earn League Accolades, Men's Basketball Draws Mary Washington in NCAA First Round. Parker Lawrence was named last year's NACC Freshman of the Year. . Spartanburg, SC . Lawrence North (28-2) meets Carmel (25-2) on April 3 at 8:30 p.m. at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Skip To Main Content. Lawrence Lions Alumni Association LHS Lions Pride/PTO Attendance Call the Attendance Line at 785-330-4968 or email lhsattendance@usd497.org to report an absence or check a student out during the school day. Basketball (Girls) . (Contact Kari Bordner) In all honesty, I didnt see it coming, Giffin said of Keefers retirement. (Contact Audie Melton) Mr. Marcus Wilson (Photo by Anna Skinner) "I loved every minute of it": Jack Keefer retires after 46 years as Lawrence North varsity basketball coach By Anna Skinner on April 15, 2022 Geist Community I certainly would have not reciprocated interest in the job if I hadnt gotten (Keefers) blessing to do so, Giffin said. Full Bio. 1 Dallas Lake Highlands (30-3) at 6 p.m. on Friday back . We just didnt make shots, Attucks coach Chris Hawkins said. Staff Directory Categories Name Title Phone Email Address; ADMINISTRATION Douglas Girod: Chancellor. I feel like Im the luckiest man in the world.. He received his masters in education administration from Indiana University. Prior to coaching the girls team, he spent 10 years in various capacities with the LN boys basketball program under legendary Hall of Fame Coach Jack Keefer. But it was a special time in the city when the fiery Neal was on the sidelines at the Wolfendale Gym. IHSAA boys basketball sectional highlights: Cathedral 64, Warren Central 61, IHSAA boys basketball sectional highlights: Crispus Attucks 51, Lawrence North 38, Half-court buzzer-beaters, power outages, a leaky roof, Attucks stunned Cathedral 61-51 five weeks ago to win City, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Jain, Quinn Sendell, Julian Giffin, who led the Wildcats to a 201-60 overall record on the. 6/23/2022 10:45:00 AM. Ms. Carolyn Gassmann - Department Chair View Full Bio. Snowfall rates of 1 inches or more per hour. In the night's first game, Cathedral had an oddly quiet night offensively from seniors Jaron Tibbs and Jake Davis, who combined for just 12 points. Assistant Athletic Director for External Relations/Head Women's Lacrosse Coach. (Contact Larry Leonhardt) It is the policy of the North Lawrence Community Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its educational programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title II, Title IX and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The result sets up a juicy rematch between the defending state champs and the team that kept them from winning City. Attucks has not won a sectional title since moving up to 4A in 2020, but did knock Cathedral out in the first round of the sectional three years ago. He served as a basketball manager for three seasons under Bob Knight at Indiana and was a graduate assistant for Knight at Texas Tech in 2003-04. Basketball (Boys) Mr. Mark Dunham, mdunham@centralcatholic.net. But, he noted, There is always talent in the city.. There is no additional information to display. DIVISION 1 BASKETBALL: Andino explodes for 21; Methuen boys take first tourney step. Ive done it here for 46 years and I havent gone to work one day. I loved every minute of it.. (Contact Julie Hunter) (Contact Deonte Singfield) "When you. Keefer, 72, coached for four years at his alma mater, Oak Hill High School, before opening Lawrence North in the fall of 1976. FINAL: Worcester North 57, Lawrence 54. Main Phone . (Contact Carrie Foster), Mr. Brian Adams Lawrence worked inside for 13 points for . Women's Basketball Coaching Staff. 1 overall pick of 2007 draft by the Portland Trail Blazers. More: What Coach K told Jack Keefer that helped Lawrence North coach know it was time to retire. Official Site of Lawrence University Athletics! The season doesnt begin for four months but Moore is already champing at the bit. Josh Pickens. Men's Basketball; Amir Abdur-Rahim: Head Coach 470-578-6389 470-578-6389: Ben Fletcher: Associate Head Coach 470-578-2190 470-578-2190: Pershin Williams: Assistant Coach 470-578 . Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. Students, staff, administrators and City of Lawrence officials, including Mayor Steve Collier, gathered at the school April 15 to honor Keefer for a remarkable coaching career that includes four IHSAA state championships. Temps nearly steady in the mid 30s. Boys basketball: North Rockland takes down top-seeded Clarkstown South to return to finals . I have full confidence in his ability to continue the tradition of excellence in the boys basketball program at Lawrence North High School.. He also served as Keefers top varsity assistant for two years. Ms. Karen Comstock Giffin will be the second boys coach in program history. The Tigers Dezmon Briscoe, a 6-8 sophomore with a new offer from Iowa, torched the Irish in the City championship for 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Rutland went for 18 points. Weitere Informationen ber die Verwendung Ihrer personenbezogenen Daten finden Sie in unserer Datenschutzerklrung und unserer Cookie-Richtlinie. He graduated from Ball State University and earned a Master's degree from Indiana University. (Contact Christina Noland) He has been recognized as the Marion County Coach of the Year, District Coach of the Year and Conference Coach of the Year multiple times. The Lawrence North grad put on a show, scoring 23 points, grabbing 10 rebounds and dishing out eight assists. Ohrid, North Macedonia Victory Christian Center (N.C.) 20 Athletic Director Mike Penrose said Keefer was one of the founding fathers of Indiana high school basketball. I definitely want to end my senior season on a strong note. Department Staff Athletic Director: Mike Gillman mgillman@usd497.org Athletic Secretary: Emily Cates ecates@usd497.org School Phone: 785-832-5050 School Address: 1901 Louisiana St, Lawrence 66046 Support Staff Athletic Trainer: Ashley Kampfer akampfer@usd497.org Coaching Staff (Contact Anne Marie Gerritsen) The official 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster for the Lawrence Technological University . Assistant Coach. Please allow a minimum of two hours to excuse students during the school day. (Contact Rebecca Cash) (Contact Brandon Sorrell), Ms. Gema Camarasa Fun is the greatest part of it, Keefer said. Lawrence reached the Class A North title game last season before falling to Jaycie Christopher and eventual Class A champion Skowhegan. Giffin went to Keefer to ask what he thought. (Contact Christopher Todd), Ms. Caroline Obergfell Following that, he served four years as the head JV coach, compiling a 67-11 record. Mr. Cole Gaskins Head Women's Basketball Coach/Senior Woman Administrator 315-792-3052 315-792-3052: Kristin St. Hilaire: Head Women's Lacrosse Coach / Assistant Athletic Director 315-792-3182 . I had probably the best teacher (of the game) ever to come through the city in Paul Neal, said Moore. FALL SPORTS Cheerleading Varsity Head Coach Allie Deleon Assistant Coach Taylor Hickey Cafeteria Manager - Ms. Patti Musgrove Lawrence North (28-3), after trailing most of the way, started the fourth quarter on a 7-0 run to take a 34-32 lead. Keefer was inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame in 2007. (Contact Spenser Weiler) Keefer has coached Indiana Boys All-Star team and coached victorious East team in the 2005 McDonalds All-American Game. Wenn Sie Ihre Auswahl anpassen mchten, klicken Sie auf Datenschutzeinstellungen verwalten. He started his career at Oak Hill High School, his alma mater, serving a an assistant coach. John Sung. Keefer said during his early years at Lawrence North, the school went through a period when students would move to Lawrence to play basketball at the school. 46256 (317) 964-7700 (317) 964-7994. (Contact Jennifer English) If you are interested in playing any of the sports listed below, click on the coaches name to email that coach, or visit the website by clicking on the name of the sport. (Contact Karen Tuttle) Mr. Chris Giffin The bad news for the Class 4A defending state champs? Chris is currently in his 18th year of teaching in the Special Education department at Lawrence North High School. Keefer graduated from Oak Hill High School in 1961 and went on to earn his bachelors degree in education and accounting from Ball State University, where he played on the freshman basketball team and was a four-year track and field athlete. Full Bio. Full Bio. The Tigers eliminated Lawrence North, turning the game with a where did that come from? 16-0 run to run away with a 51-38 victory. Mr.Deonte Singfield Simon, Brad It certainly meant a lot for me to get that blessing and endorsement from him.. Fridays game looked like it might be headed the same direction when Lawrence North jumped out to leads of 14-2 and 22-9. (Contact JimZeller), Administrative Assistant - Ms. Consuelo Sanders Giffin previously spent one season as the boys freshman coach, winning the Marion County Championship in 2004. (Contact Ayanna Williams) I think its a beautiful thing because those two didnt play very well and we still won, Delaney said. Ms. Angela Clark Mr. Brian Fletcher Facebook (opens in new window/tab) Twitter (opens in new window/tab) Instagram (opens in new window/tab) Directions; Contact . (Contact Andraye Speed), Ms. Liana Powell Instructional Assistant (Orchestra) (Contact Aaron Logan), Ms. Briqlyn Mohrman (Contact Crisia Turcios), Mr. Gustavo Vega Mr. Brian White Cathedral coach Jason Delaney described it as chaos at times late in his teams 64-61 Sectional 10 semifinal win Friday night over Warren Central. With 804 wins at Lawrence North - and 865 wins overall - Keefer ranks second in the state for all-time career coaching victories. (Contact Charles Cameron), Ms. Kelly Britton - Department Chair Coach Chris Giffin was hired in the spring of 2022 to be just the second boys basketball head coach in the history of Lawrence North High School. The Wildcats saw unprecedented success in his ten years as head coach. "Coach Keefer has built excellence in his players, resulting in success on and off the court. (Contact Audrey Deatrick), Mr. Matt Deinlein - Department Co-Chair Ms.Ashly Buschatzke He also coached nine Indiana Girls All-Stars: Ana Owens, Destiny Washington, Lamina Cooper, AeRianna Harris, Lauren Dickerson, Destiny Perkins, Katie Davidson, Kristen Yong and Indiana Miss Basketball Jayla Smith. (Contact Mary Beth Rago) Giffin said athletic director Mike Penrose and principal Brett Crousore approached him about his interest in the job after Keefer announced his retirement. He and his wife were both very supportive. "Their coaching staff did a great job. Keefer was the only coach the basketball program has known since the school opened in 1976. North Crowley (31-6), No. (Contact Buffy Hostetler), Ms. Heather Klopfenstein (Contact Manuel Vega), Mr. Samuele Beggs They'd been there before, winning four Indiana state championships under Hall of Fame coach Jack Keefer.. Mr.Gregory Johnson - Choral Director 24 in the final Class 6A state poll according to the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches, moves on to face No. (Contact Emily Keith) in secondary social studies education, Chris became a grad assistant coach for Coach Knight at Texas Tech University from 2003-2004. Just 29 years old, Jesus Moore, a physical education teacher at the Oliver Middle School in the city, is stepping into those big shoes. LN won five MIC titles, four Marion County tournament championships, five sectional championships, four regional championships, two semi-state championships, and the 2020 IHSAA state championship. Assistant Coach. But the opportunity to be the second coach in the history of the program at Lawrence North was too good to pass up.. (Contact Kelly Shoger) They put on their shorts and jersey just like we do. (Contact Jennifer Kolb), Mr. Tony McCord (Contact Carolyn Gassmann), Ms. Mickie Barsic He loves coaching, and no one loves being with kids more than Jack Keefer. He was named a member of the Indiana All-State doubles tennis team in 1995-96. Caldwell rode an early double-digit lead to a 47-38 win over Ramsey in an NJSIAA Group 2 boys basketball semifinal and first trip to a state final. Ms. Camilla Moody But Ive been tutored and mentored by great coaches from coach (Steve) Witty at Ben Davis to coach Knight to coach (Stan) Benge on the girls side and coach Keefer in different capacities. Manzanera, Will His student athletes perform at the highest level both in the classroom and on the court, Lawrence North Principal Brett Crousore stated. We saw their game tonight so well be prepared.. Assistant Coach. Head Boys Basketball Coach Chris Giffin (Contact Angela Clark) He was Coach Keefer's top varsity assistantthe last two years prior to leading the girls program. Ms.Nichole Cooper - Department Chair It means everything to represent the city, he said. We just had to calm down and settle in.. Indianapolis. Full Bio. The sky is the limit, said Moore, known as Moose in his playing days. In total, 15 of Giffins former players have gone on to play NCAA Division I basketball. cleppink@carthage.edu. Mr. Anthony Rufatto Giffin has had plenty of success of his own in his 10 seasons as the Lawrence North girls coach. Keefer, the only boys basketball coach in the 46-year history of Lawrence North, retired last week No. But this sectional is so hard and every game is a battle. We just have to play our basketball, Attucks junior Ron Rutland III said. (Contact Devon Jobson) Head Coach. (Contact Nichole Cooper) Updated: 8:52 PM EDT March 23, 2021. Assistant Principal - Sophomores - Ms. Ayanna Williams North Andover's Cam Bethel defends Lawrence's Marius Canery, who was just named MVC1 Player of the Year by the coaches. 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Lawrence.edu Men's Basketball Links Schedule Roster Coaches Statistics More Print Season: Go 2022-23 Men's Basketball Coaching Staff Official Site of Lawrence University Athletics Ad Blocker Detected Thanks for visiting vikings.lawrence.edu! (Contact Kip Cartwright), Ms. Tricia Alpers - Department Chair Mr. Samuel Short Mr. Dan Bender Matthews, Arnav Keefer said he promoted two junior varsity players to the varsity team, which reenergized practices. (Contact Patrick Tankersley) View Full Bio. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Principal - Mr. Brett Crousore . We just want to play our game. Ashley Xiong. Mr. Brian Wilson (Contact Liana Powell), Ms. Stacy Neill Performing Arts Administrative Assistant He started his career at Oak Hill High School, his alma mater, serving a an assistant coach. Keefer has coached at the school for 46 years, part of a head coaching tenure that has spanned 50 years. Prahl, Liam Game time is set for noon at the historic Southport Fieldhouse. (Contact Ashley Williams), Athletic Office Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. He was right. (Contact Brian White) Administrative Assistant to the Principal - Ms. Pascale Socks He will be leaving a girls team that was 10-15 last season and lost to North Central in the sectional championship game. His record as girls was 201-60 record and included, seven 20-win seasons, five Metropolitan Interscholastic Conference titles, four Marion County Tournament championships, five sectional championships, four regional championships, two semi-state championships, one state runner-up and a Class 4A state championship in 2020. While at Kansas, has coached 20 NBA Draft selections, including 13 first-round Jayhawks. TIM JEAN/Staff photo Lawrence's head coach, Jesus Moore shouts . Close Menu. (Contact Heather Klopfenstein), Ms. Andree Desrochers (Contact Allison Loprich) Scott Sunderland. I was one year into that job and never thought about returning to coaching boys. Mr.Manuel Vega Norm Roberts enters his 12th season on the Kansas sidelines after rejoining Bill Self's staff in June 2012. (Contact Matt Deinlein) 1:46. He was named to the Indiana All-State doubles tennis team in 1995-1996. Ms. Anne Marie Gerritsen (Contact Amanda Buck) Women's Basketball Coaching Staff. Lawrence North has also won state championships in 1989, 2004 and 2005. Giffin spent one season as the freshman coach under Keefer and then compiled a 67-11 record in four seasons as the junior varsity coach. Bri Hauge. Men's Basketball Coaching Staff. The Keefers have two adult sons, Joel and Jake. Mr. Devon Jobson - Band Director (Contact Harry Mimms) There is no additional information to display: Assistant AD for Marketing and Fan Experience . What a great high school basketball game between two of the state's best. (Contact Devon Kondaki) General Phone: (317) 964-7711, Athletic Director - Mr. Mike Penrose Its very important to me, Booker said of making another championship run. smsewick@knox.edu. INDIANAPOLIS The Class 4A state basketball final is a matchup of two teams with just two losses each this season. Chapel Hill, N.C. Joe Holladay, a member of Roy Williams' coaching staffs at the University of North Carolina and University of Kansas, is retiring after 20 years and 594 wins, the school . Ms. Kristen Parks (You can unsubscribe anytime), Familiar coach inherits Lawrence North High School boys basketball program, Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville camps full of activities, Modglin helps lead ZCHS to second place finish in boys swimming state finals, Helping Hands: Westfield High School students provide support to elementary school students through tutoring program, Fishers girls basketball seniors conclude memorable four-year run, Athlete of the Week: Mt. Jack Keefer announced his retirement earlier this month after 46 seasons as the boys head coach. Mr.David Morton - Department Chair Call Star reporter Kyle Neddenriep at (317) 444-6649. He came to Lawrence North from Oak Hill, his alma mater, and won 804 games over 46 years at Lawrence North and 865 games in 50 years overall to rank second in state history behind Bloomington South's J.R. Holmes, who has 880 wins.