Brandon Peterson named new boys basketball coach at Northwestern
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 1:01 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
BasketballBrandon Peterson has been hired as the boys basketball coach at Northwestern, announced on July 16, 2026. Peterson, previously an assistant at Springfield, takes over from Ron Long, who logged a 20-50 record over three seasons. Peterson expressed gratitude for the opportunity and highlighted his commitment to building a strong program focused on discipline and character. Northwestern's boys team finished the 2025-26 season with a 10-14 record, marking its first 10-win season since 2016-17. Peterson aims to foster relationships within the community as he steps into his new role.
- •Brandon Peterson takes over as Northwestern's boys basketball coach.
- •Previously an assistant coach at Springfield, Peterson has local coaching experience.
- •Ron Long compiled a 20-50 record in three seasons at Northwestern.
- •Northwestern finished with a 10-14 record in the 2025-26 season.
- •Peterson emphasizes discipline, toughness, and character for the program's future.
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"* Save Brandon Peterson has been hired as the boys basketball coach at Northwestern. A familiar face in Clark County, Peterson has made previous stops as a head coach at Catholic Central and Emmanuel Christian, and most recently was an assistant coach at Springfield. “I’m honored and grateful for the opportunity to lead the Northwestern basketball program as well as the trust AD [Steve] ...
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