Following and Planting Footsteps
Brett Ballard’s Washburn U hoops team enjoyed the atmosphere more than the result in this week’s Allen Field House visit, but the Inchabods are picked first in the MIAA in this, Brett’s eight season. It’s a perfect time to revisit our Profile conversation from a couple years back chronicling his playing and coaching career, and amazing connections along the way.
Dedication, Opportunity, and Hall of Fame Mentors
Still just past his fortieth birthday, the Washburn basketball coach has already packed in a productive playing career, two high major assistant stints, and led two of his own programs. He played for one Hall of Fame coach, and coached for another. A great conversation.
From Michigan To Kansas, to Play As a ‘Cat and Coach as a ‘Bod
From fighting uphill to great success as a player, and on to a fabulous
and legendary run as a coach at one school for almost four decades
and over 800 wins, Bob Chipman has carved out a career to remember.