Brad Norman joined Murphysboro earlier this spring as Head Golf Coach and assistant basketball coach.  He took the reins on Wednesday at the Benton Summer Shootout and led the Red Devils to a 2-1 record in pool play, getting wins over Jerseyville and Freeburg.  He and the voice of the Red Devils, Matt Varney, discussed the day and joining the program:

 

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Matt Varney takes you through Lance Rhodes' preseason presser for the 2020 season as the Salukis prepare for their first season under the new skipper!

 
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IHSA Executive Director Craig Anderson spoke with Matt Varney about some of the burning questions surrounding Illinois High School Athletics during the era of COVID-19.  Why must IHSA ask for control of decision-making back when they are not a government entity? How can basketball players play while being expected to wear a face mask?  Is there any hope for fall sports like football, volleyball, and boy's soccer returning this fall?  All those and more questions were answered in this interview.

 
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Carbondale basketball coach Jim Miller joins Matt Varney to discuss the IHSA's modified schedule and how it affects basketball - namely in the fact that no in-season tournaments will likely be taking place.

 
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