Jack Campbell, a legendary figure in Northwest Indiana sports, has retired after dedicating over five decades to coaching high school baseball and girls' basketball. His journey began in 1962 when he joined Indiana University, ultimately finding his passion in sports. Campbell excelled in baseball, leading the Big Ten with a batting average of .361 during his senior season. He started coaching in 1969 and has left a lasting impact on generations of players. Despite his age of 80, Campbell's daredevil approach to coaching and his dedication to his teams have been widely respected.

By the Numbers
  • Campbell dedicated 52 seasons to coaching baseball and 36 years to coaching girls' basketball.
  • He will retire as a physical education teacher at Bailey Elementary after the school year, continuing to support Chesterton's sports teams and spend time with his 12 grandchildren.
State of Play
  • Jack Campbell retired as the head baseball coach last May but continued coaching the girls basketball team for one more season.
  • He doesn't believe his resignation from baseball last season fueled his decision to resign from basketball; he feels it was just the right time.
Bottom Line

Jack Campbell's retirement marks the end of an era in Northwest Indiana sports. His legacy as a dedicated and influential coach will continue to be felt for years to come.