IHSAA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Indianapolis, Indiana – April 30, 2001

Chairman Dale Crafton, Vice-Chairman Mike Blackburn, Linda Barnett, Dan Cunningham, Denis Eller, Patrick Mapes, Janis Qualizza, Cecil Raymond, Jean Shonkwiler, Oren Sutherlin, Joseph Trimboli, Michael Necessary, Directors Curtis Casbon, Jim Feist, Phillip Gardner, Lee Lonzo, Mike Powell, Pam Noble, Directors Elect Phil Hoskins, Roy Simpson, Roger Weaver, Cassel White, John Williams, Commissioner Blake Ress, Associate Commissioner Ray Craft, Assistant Commissioners Bobby Cox, Sandy Searcy, Theresia Wynns, Sports Information Director Jim Russell and Attorney Robert Baker.

The minutes of the March 23, 2001 were recommended for approval. A motion for approval was made by Oren Sutherlin; seconded by Jean Shonkwiler; motion passed 12-0.

Assistant Commissioner Cox presented a list of track and field starters who have applied to work the 2001 tournament series. Mr. Cox requested approval to assign starters from this list. A motion to approve the submitted list of starters was made by Dennis Eller; seconded by Janis Qualizza; motion passed 12-0.

Assistant Commissioner Wynns presented a list of USTA officials and requested permission to assign officials from this to assist at the 2001 girls tennis tournament series. A motion to approve the submitted list of tennis officials was made by Joseph Trimboli; seconded by Linda Barnett; motion passed 12-0.

Associate Commissioner Craft presented a list of baseball umpires who have made application to work the 2001 tournament. Permission was requested to assign umpires from this list. A motion to approve the submitted list of umpires was made by Janis Qualizza; seconded by Cecil Raymond; motion passed 12-0.

Assistant Commissioner Searcy presented a list of softball umpires who have made application to work the 2001 tournament. Permission was requested to assign umpires from this list. A motion to approve the submitted list of umpires was made by Dennis Eller; seconded by Patrick Mapes; motion passed 12-0.

The Executive Committee took the following actions on proposals presented by representatives of the Indiana Coaches of Girls Sports Association Swimming Committee and the Indiana High School Swim Coaches Association at the March meeting.

1. A 5^th heat should be added in all swimming events at the Girls and Boys State Swimming and Diving Preliminaries on Friday evening. A motion to approve this proposal was made by Janis Qualizza; seconded by Oren Sutherlin; motion failed 0-12.
2. Allow all of a team’s non-swimming personnel on the pool deck during the State Swimming and Diving Meet. A motion to approve this proposal was made by Jean Shonkwiler; seconded by Mike Blackburn; motion failed 0-12.

The Executive Committee took the following actions on proposals presented by representatives of the Indiana High School Wrestling Coaches Association at the March meeting.

Commissioner Ress recommended the following format for the boys and girls basketball tournament:

This format calls for a one-week overlap of the girls and boys tournaments. The Saturday (March 2, 2002) of boys sectional week is the same day as the girls state basketball finals. At most, eight schools could have teams playing in the girls basketball state finals and the boys basketball sectional finals on that date. Affected schools would play the boys basketball sectional championship game on the following Monday night. The regionals will be four-team events with single game semi-state and state championships. A motion was made by Mike Blackburn to approve the proposed tournament format; seconded by Linda Barnett; motion passed 9-3 with Mike Blackburn, Jean Shonkwiler, and Joseph Trimboli dissenting.

Commissioner Ress presented a proposal to move the 2001-02 Volleyball State Championships to Hinkle Fieldhouse. Joseph Trimboli made a motion to approve said proposal; seconded by Janis Qualizza; motion passed 12-0.

Commissioner Ress presented a proposal for preliminary plans for the 2003-04 IHSAA Centennial Celebration. Oren Sutherlin motioned to accept the proposal; seconded by Mike Blackburn; motion passed 12-0.

Chairman Crafton appointed Executive Committee members to the softball realignment committee: Curtis Casbon, Michael Powell, Dan Cunningham, Pam Noble, and Jim Feist.

Assistant Commissioner Craft reported on transfers that have been ruled upon during the 2000-01 school year. This report included the following actions as of April 24, 2001. Full Eligibility 2408

Assistant Commissioner Wynns reported on the unsportsmanlike conduct reports that have been received this year. Contest officials have reported 958 incidents of unsportsmanlike conduct. At least one incident of unsportsmanlike behavior has been reported in 9 of the 16 sports where licensed officials are used.

Assistant Commissioner Cox reported on the attendance and finances for the 2000-01 Wrestling Tournament Series. Wrestling experienced a very productive year. Total attendance figures were decreased due to the change in sessions at the individual state championships. However, the net receipts increased.

Assistant Commissioner Searcy presented the Executive Committee with attendance and financial data for the 2000-01 Boys and Girls Swimming and Diving Tournament Series. For the second time in two years, swimming finished on the positive side of the ledger. The net revenue increased to $11,693.77, while the overall attendance rose to 42,209.

Assistant Commissioner Searcy provided the Executive Committee with the annual attendance and financial report for the 2000-01 Gymnastics Tournament Series. Total attendance for gymnastics increased to 4,267 from 4,159, and the overall deficit was approximately $10,000.

Assistant Commissioner Wynns updated the Committee on the 2000-01 Girls Basketball Tournament Series. This year the tournament series showed an overall increase in revenue by approximately $23,000 or 13%. However, the added expenses of moving to Conseco Fieldhouse resulted in a $25,000 plus drop in income at the state finals. The total tournament attendance increased to 229,263 from 175,764 the previous year.

Associate Commissioner Craft presented the attendance and financial figures for the 2000-01 Boys Basketball Tournament Series. While overall attendance was up slightly (1,276), the net income declined by approximately $32,000.

Commissioner Ress presented the monthly financial report of the Association.

Attorney Robert Baker updated the Executive Committee on the current status of pending litigation against the Association.

The following penalties were assessed for various violations of the IHSAA By-Laws:

Brownsburg High School

Commissioner Ress reported the following action as a result of a violation of Rule 14-1.

1. The Brownsburg High School baseball program is issued a warning.
2. Freshman Coach Phil McIntyre is reprimanded for his role in causing this violation to occur.
3. The actions taken by Brownsburg High School officials in response to this violation are accepted by the IHSAA.
4. The administration is commended for its prompt reporting and handling of this matter.

Chesterton High School

Commissioner Ress reported the following action as a result of a violation of Rule 9-17.

1. The Chesterton High School boys track and field program is issued a warning.
2. Track Coach Mike Moser is severely reprimanded for causing this violation to occur.
3. The action taken by Chesterton High School officials in response to this unsportsmanlike act is accepted by the IHSAA.
4. The administration is commended for its prompt reporting and handling of this matter.

Lewis Cass High School

Commissioner Ress reported the following action as a result of a violation of Rule 14-1.

1. The Lewis Cass High School baseball program is issued a warning.

2. The junior varsity coaches involved in this incident are reprimanded for permitting this violation to occur.

1. The suspensions levied by Lewis Cass High School officials in response to this violation are accepted by the IHSAA.

4. The administration is commended for its prompt reporting and handling of this matter.

Rensselaer Central High School

Commissioner Ress reported the following action as a result of a violation of Rule 9-13.

1. The Rensselaer Central High School baseball program is issued a warning.

2. Coach Sam Cox is reprimanded for providing an opportunity for a violation of Rule 9-13 to occur.
3. The actions taken by Rensselaer Central High School officials in response to this violation are accepted by the IHSAA.
4. The administration is commended for its prompt reporting and handling of this matter.

Sullivan High School

Commissioner Ress reported the following action as a result of a violation of Rule 9-16.

1. The Sullivan High School softball program is issued a warning.

2. The IHSAA severely reprimands coach Junior Gilham for causing this violation to occur.

3. The IHSAA agrees with and accepts the administration’s decision to suspend Coach Gilham.

1. The administration is commended for its prompt reporting and handling of this matter.

Vincennes Lincoln High School

Commissioner Ress reported the following action as a result of unsportsmanlike conduct.

1. The Vincennes Lincoln High School boys basketball program is issued a warning.

2. The suspension of the student athlete involved in this incident are appropriate.
3. The actions taken by the Vincennes Lincoln High School officials in response to this situation are accepted by the IHSAA.
4. The administration is commended for its prompt reporting and handling of this matter.

a. Class Basketball

• Letter from Cliston L. Brown, Schererville, IN
• Letter from Dan Edwards, Evansville, IN
• Letter from Sharon Green, Marion, IN
• Letter from Paul A. Hass, Franklin, IN
• E-mail from Jackie Helvie, Lafayette, IN
• E-mail from Katie Lester, Student, Blue River Valley High School
• Letter from Steven W. Songer, Terre Haute, IN

• E-mail from Rev. & Mrs. Vernon Stover, Sheridan, IN

b. Letter from Debi Grecco, Director, Mishawaka High School Dance Team

c. Letter from J. D. Minch, Secretary, Indiana High School Wrestling Coaches Association

4. E-mail from C. E. Quandt, Principal, North Central (Indpls.) High School
5. Letter from Al Rhodes, Boys Basketball Coach, Warsaw High School

A motion to adjourn the May meeting of the IHSAA Executive Committee was made by Oren Sutherlin; seconded by Dennis Eller; motion passed 12-0. The next meeting of the Executive Committee will be at IHSAA headquarters on June 8, 2001.