Jason Speer retires as boys basketball coach at Bloomington North
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:37 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Jason Speer has announced his retirement as the boys basketball coach at Bloomington North following 11 years of coaching, which included two years as the girls coach. Over his tenure, he led the Cougars to two sectional and regional championships. Speer expressed gratitude for the opportunities and relationships developed throughout his coaching career, citing a desire to focus more on his role as a teacher. The search for his replacement will commence immediately, with assistant coaches set to guide the team during the summer.
- •Speer coached Bloomington North for 11 years, winning two sectionals.
- •He plans to focus on teaching after stepping down.
- •The search for a new head coach will start immediately.
- •Assistant coaches will manage the team this summer.
- •Key returning players include Derrick Cross and Levi Lindeman.
- 1:37 AMYahoo Sports — Jason Speer retiring as boys basketball coach at Bloomington North
"Run of 25 years, the last 18 as head coach at Columbus North and Bloomington North comes to a close
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