Charlie Warthan honored at Bloomington North cross country course dedication
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:01 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Charlie Warthan, the former coach of the Bloomington North Cougars, was celebrated during a surprise retirement party on June 6, 2026, at the new cross country course near Ellettsville. Over 100 former athletes attended, marking Warthan’s 48-year coaching career. The course, dedicated to him, is set to host smaller meets this fall. Warthan expressed his gratitude and surprise at the honor, reflecting on his long tenure and the growth of the program through the years.
- •Warthan coached Bloomington North for 48 years, leading to several state titles.
- •Over 100 former athletes celebrated Warthan during the dedication event.
- •The new 2½-kilometer cross country course is now open for use.
- •Plans are in place to host smaller meets at the new course this fall.
- •Warthan expressed surprise and gratitude at the dedication of the course.
- 8:01 AMYahoo Sports — Outgoing Bloomington North coach honored at new cross country course
"Charlie Warthan's 48-year career with the Bloomington North Cougars honored in surprise retirement party.
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