But Beech Grove basketball player John Hart heeded his father's advice and remained patient while trying to determine his future plans. Just a month ago, Hart was considering junior colleges. Today, he's committed to attending and playing hoops at Purdue and Boilers head coach Matt Painter, who loved Hart's athleticism.
The Marion County Player of the Year, who averaged 18.7 points and 4.7 rebounds for the Hornets, led Beech Grove to it's first sectional title in 16 years.
Congratulations to John and his family, for waiting for the right opportunity - Hart should be a good fit for the Boilermakers.
Other news and notes:
- After a bit of controversy, the Hamilton County boys track meet officially has a winner. Carmel protested the final score, which saw Noblesville win the meet 139-138, because Dan Porter's fourth-place finish in the 1,600 was not scored. After officials reviewed the score, they found Porter's four points were not counted and awarded the meet to Carmel, 142-139.
- If you've been outside of your home (or even just looked out the window) you're well aware it's been quite, uh, wet outside these past few days. It's certainly affected Central Indiana high school sports, including boys and girls track, boys golf, girls tennis, baseball and softball. Here's a look at some of the changes to the schedule:
- The Marion County boys track meet has been rescheduled for tonight at North Central, beginning at 5 p.m.
- The Marion County baseball tournament - as well as the City tourney - were to play at Victory Field this week, but with the weather and the Indianapolis Indians beginning a long stretch of home games, those have been moved to other locations.
Class 3A No. 2 Chatard (20-2) plays 4A No. 6 Cathedral (16-3) at 5 p.m. on Monday for the City title at Butler, while Southport (9-9) faces Decatur Central (14-4) at 6 p.m. Monday at Franklin Central for the County title.
- The girls tennis City tournament will still take place tonight at Riverside Park, with preliminary round action beginning at 4 p.m. The quarterfinals and semifinals are scheduled for a 9.m. start Saturday at the Indianapolis Tennis Center, while the championships begin at 4 p.m. Monday at the Tennis Center.
- However, the Marion County girls tennis tournament was postponed due to rain for the second straight day. County matches will begin tonight at 4:30 p.m. and continue Saturday at 10 a.m. All matches are at Park Tudor High School.
Enjoy the weekend - and I must wish a Happy Mother's Day out there to all moms, including my beautiful wife and my own mom. Enjoy your special day, I'll try to change all the diapers I can, whilst preparing a feast of epic proportions.
