The 21st Century Cougars are on the brink of making Gary history. Just two victories separate them from capturing the school’s elusive first state title. After years of knocking on the door of an Indiana state championship, the Cougars have pushed their way into the semi-state. Guided by second-year head coach James Scott, the team […]
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Through Our Lens: The Stories That Shaped Gary in 2024
Photos by Javonte Anderson, Capital B Gary Editor. It’s been a whirlwind year for Gary and the Capital B Gary newsroom. Fortunately, we were here to capture it all. This year, we were inside Gary like no other media organization. From citywide cleanup efforts to a once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse drawing crowds to the beach, we […]
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John Boyd Returns to Gary to Lead New Era at Bowman Academy
In a city searching for sparks of hope, John Boyd is back where it all began. The championship-winning coach has returned to Gary, not just to lead a team, but to reignite the pride of a community that shaped him. On the court at Bowman Academy, John Boyd patrols the sidelines, his voice cutting through […]
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This Youth Basketball League Is Bringing Hoops and Hope to Gary
The sharp squeak of sneakers echoed through the gym, cutting through the blare of whistles and a buzzing scoreboard at Gary’s Boys and Girls Club. Wesley Danzy hustled up and down the court guiding the young players, their faces alight with wide-eyed determination. It was opening day for the At All Cost Youth Basketball League, […]
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USA Basketball Camp Comes to Gary, Builds on City’s Rich Hoop History
Jamie Walker settled into a front-row seat in the bleachers, her eyes locked onto her sons’ every dribble and jump shot. On this August afternoon, the West Side Leadership Academy gymnasium thrummed with the echoes of bouncing basketballs and youthful exuberance. “I feel like if you have kids, whether it’s a boy or a girl, […]