Best IHSAA basketball teams not to win a state title (pre-class era)
The 1959-60 Muncie Central basketball team is considered one of the best in IHSAA history not to win a state title. Despite being top-ranked and undefeated, they lost to East Chicago Washington in the state championship game.
The 1959-60 Muncie Central basketball team was dominant, with a 28-0 record and an average margin of victory of 33 points per game. They were led by Ron Bonham, who scored 40 points in the state finals and went on to win Mr. Basketball. The team also featured future NBA players Jim Davis and Bill Dinwiddie. Muncie Central's loss to East Chicago Washington in the state championship game was considered a major upset. Another notable team was the 1968-69 Marion Giants, who were 27-0 before losing to Indianapolis Washington in the state finals. The Giants were led by Joe Sutter and Jerry Townsend, and their loss was a close game that came down to the final seconds.
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