Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame Men’s 2026 Inductees Announced!

by | Nov 25, 2025 | Basketball, Headlines

(New Castle) – Rooted in a passion that spans generations, the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame remains dedicated to Honoring, Preserving and Promoting the Heritage of Indiana High School Basketball. That commitment continues as the Hall’s Board of Directors announces its 64th induction class, to be celebrated in ceremonies on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

Name High School Graduation
John Barnhill Evansville Lincoln 1955 ! #
Dick Barr Muncie Central 1944 ! #
Jerry Bomholt Elwood 1971
Brandon Brantley Andrean 1991
Wallace Bryant Gary Emerson 1978
Jaraan Cornell South Bend Clay 1996 !
Leo Costello * Lynnville 1923 ! #
Tom Cutter Lafayette Central Catholic 1973
Jay Edwards Marion 1987
Boo Ellis Crispus Attucks 1962 ! #
Rick Fox Warsaw 1987
Cliff Hawkins Cascade 1972
Ronnie Horn Mississinewa 1957 ! #
Marty Johnson Highland 1976
Harry Larrabee Shelbyville 1970
Bob Punter DeMotte 1965 #
Ed Schilling Lebanon 1984

Silver Medal
Howard Kellman Sheepshead Bay (NY) 1970

# indicates graduated high school 60 or more years ago
! indicates deceased
* indicates Centennial Award

 

 

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