Coach · Basketball, Football & Track and Field · CCHS 1926–1943 · 2021 Hall of Fame Inductee
Abe DeVol served as head boys' basketball coach from 1926 to 1943, leading the Eagles to 272 wins along with 11 sectional and 2 regional titles. He remains the winningest coach in Columbia City boys' basketball history. He also coached the football team from 1926 to 1939 and boys' track and field from 1926 to 1943.
Beyond coaching, Abe served as an athletic director and as president of the Northern Indiana Athletic Officials' Association. Each year, Columbia City High School presents the DeVol Award in every male sport, honoring his lasting contributions to the school.
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