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Chris Head Returns

By  Michael O’Brien
   
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Former Westinghouse and Proviso West coach Chris Head, who led the Warriors to the Class AA state title in 2002, has been named head coach at Brooks.

“It feels great to be back,��? Head said. “I want to thank Dr. (Dushon) Brown for giving me this opportunity.��?

“I’m happy to have him,��? Brooks athletic director Ron Ragsdale said. “We have a new principal that is willing to take a chance. We’re looking forward to building a basketball program.��?

Julian has named a replacement for Rocky Hill. According to Julian athletic director Wesley Yates, D’arcy Steinbeck is the new head coach.

“He helped out with a team in Indianapolis last year and was previously at Chicago State,��? Yates said.

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