Homer Drew

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Homer Drew arrived at Valpo prior to the 1988-1989 season and created a program renowned nationwide as one of the elite mid-major programs. During his time at the helm of the Crusaders, Drew led Valparaiso to eight regular season conference championships, eight conference tournament titles and ten 20-win seasons, in addition to the nine postseason appearances.

By his own admission, one of Drew’s greatest achievements is that he has sent over 80 players into either the teaching or coaching professions. Three of his former assistants are now head coaches on the Division I level: sons Scott (Baylor) and Bryce (Valparaiso), and Rex Walters (San Francisco).

Drew and his wife, Janet, have three grown children, Scott, Dana and Bryce, and have seven grandchildren.