Rising Sun Basketball Coach Resigns

The school has begun its search for a replacement.

File photo. 

 

(Rising Sun, Ind.) – The Rising Sun High School boys basketball program is looking for a new varsity head coach.

 

According to Rising Sun-Ohio County Community School Corporation Superintendent Brandon Roeder, Chris Jones turned in his letter of resignation on Tuesday.

 

Roeder says Jones has accepted an offer to become the new assistant principal at Princeton High School near Evansville.

 

Jones coached for five seasons at Rising Sun, tallying a 41-79 record in that time.

 

A search for a new varsity head coach is underway. 

More from Local Sports


Events

Pedestrian Killed in Interstate 75 Collision

The incident took place early Monday morning.

Man Charged with Attempted Murder of Indiana State Police Sergeant

The charge stems from a November 2025 incident.

Two Dearborn Co. Bridges to Close for Inspection

The inspections projects are scheduled to last one day each.

Lawrenceburg Esports to Compete at State Finals

LHS' League of Legends Team will play Westfield this Saturday.

Local Sports Report - April 17-18, 2026

Lots of high school sports action over the weekend.

Local Sports Report - April 16, 2026

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Brett Eldredge - Wanna Be That Song

Alan Jackson A Woman's Love 20:41
Dylan Scott New Truck 20:38
Exile Give Me One More Chance 20:33
Phil Vassar Just Another Day in Paradise 20:29