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MATT DENISON

A Southern Indiana sports staple

Why are sports and recreation important to communities?

They bring people together and help create a strong sense of connection within the community, especially in a place like Southern Indiana, where our love for sports and teams runs deep.

What stands out about the sports scene in Southern Indiana?

Two things really stand out to me. First is the support for high school sports, especially basketball. In Southern Indiana, high school sports are still old-school – packed bleachers on Friday night, loyal season ticket holders and passionate fan bases. Second is the uniqueness of our college team loyalties, split somewhat evenly I believe between Cardinal, Hoosier and Wildcat fans. There’ s truly no better place to be a high school and college sports fan.

PAGE NO. 16 NEWS AND TRIBUNE SPORTS MAGAZINE MAR / APR 2026