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Ex-Lawrence North coach Jacob Aven named head wrestling coach at Avon
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Jacob Aven has been appointed as the new head wrestling coach at Avon High School, following his tenure at Lawrence North. He aims to enhance the school's wrestling program and foster relationships within the community.
Key points
- Jacob Aven named head wrestling coach at Avon High School
- Formerly coached at Lawrence North for seven years
- Aven was a standout wrestler at Zionsville High School and Purdue
- Earned Academic All-Big Ten honors for four seasons
- Aims to enhance the wrestling program and community relations
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Former Lawrence North coach Jacob Aven was named the new head wrestling coach at Avon, the school announced on Monday.
“I am honored to join Avon High School and contribute to such a proud wrestling tradition,” Aven said in a press release. “I look forward to building strong relationships with our student-athletes, families, and community while continuing to grow the program on and off the mat.”
Former Lawrence North coach Jacob Aven (right) was named head wrestling coach at Avon High School on Monday, May 4.
Aven spent the last seven years leading Lawrence North. Before that, he was a standout wrestler at Zionsville High School before he wrestled collegiately at Purdue. He earned Academic All-Big Ten honors for four seasons, a run that included an appearance in the 2019 NCAA Wrestling Championships.
“Coach Aven brings a wealth of experience and a reputation for excellence to the Orioles,” said Avon athletic director Jason Young. “During his time at Lawrence North, he established himself as a tireless worker and a dedicated mentor. We are excited about the leadership and vision he brings to our wrestling program.”
Aven will replace former Avon coach Alex Johns, who resigned after five years — a tenure that included 24 state finalists and multiple state champions.
Now at the helm, Aven will usher in a new era of wrestling at Avon.
Marc Ray is a high school sports reporter at the IndyStar. He can be reached at marc.ray@indystar.com , and on X, formerly Twitter, at @themarcszn.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Ex-Lawrence North coach Jacob Aven tabbed as Avon’s new head wrestling coach
Q&A
Who is Jacob Aven and what is his coaching background?
Jacob Aven is the former head coach of Lawrence North and has a strong wrestling background, having wrestled at Purdue and earned Academic All-Big Ten honors.
What are Jacob Aven's goals as head wrestling coach at Avon?
Aven aims to build strong relationships with student-athletes, families, and the community while growing the wrestling program both on and off the mat.
When did Jacob Aven start as the head wrestling coach at Avon?
Jacob Aven was announced as the head wrestling coach at Avon High School on Monday, May 4.
