Kyle Buresh of Mississinewa High School has been named the Colts/NFL Coach of the Week, presented by Indianapolis-based Corteva Agriscience and sponsored in part by Indiana-based Certor Sports, the Indianapolis Colts announced today.
Buresh earned this recognition as his Class 3A-No. 6 Indians recorded their fifth straight shutout defeating Alexandria, 57-0. Mississinewa has outscored its first five opponents, 208-0. What's more, the Indians have won 19 straight regular season contests.
The following coaches also were recognized as honorable mentions for Week 5:
Region 1: Bill Marshall - Valparaiso
Region 2: Craig Koehler - Concord
Region 3: Alex Stewart - East Noble
Region 4: Brian Nay - Lafayette Central Catholic
Region 6: John Hart - Brownsburg
Region 7: Matt Geske - Brebeuf Jesuit
Region 8: Ryan Cole - Centerville
Region 9: Terry Riggs - Forest Park
Region 10: Steve Stirn - North Decatur
This season marks the 25th year the Colts are recognizing outstanding high school football coaches throughout Indiana. Each week following a high school football weekend, one coach will be announced as the honoree.
All high school head coaches in the state are eligible regardless of their school size, league or division. Coaches are evaluated on various factors including the coach's impact on the team, school and community, as well as the team's performance. The honorees are selected by a panel of football media, former athletic directors and other football representatives from across the state.
At the conclusion of the high school season, each winning coach will receive a $1,000 donation from the NFL Foundation, as well as a commemorative plaque. What's more, Corteva Agriscience will contribute an additional $1,000 to the school's athletic fund.
