Hamilton Southeastern High School

Fishers, Ind. – The Hamilton Southeastern Athletic Department is excited to announce the recommendation of Bobby Allen as the new head coach of the HSE Boys Basketball program, pending approval by the HSE Board of School Trustees. Coach Allen brings a wealth of coaching experience to Hamilton Southeastern High School, including the past seven seasons as the highly successful head coach at Guerin Catholic (2018–2025). During his tenure, he led the Golden Eagles to an impressive 128-56 record (69.5%). His teams consistently found success in the postseason, capturing three Sectional titles, two Regional championships, one Semi-State championship, and finishing as State Runner-up in 2023. “There is passion and excitement surrounding the tradition of all HSE athletic programs, and it’s our expectation to strive for excellence in everything we do,” said HSE Athletic Director Drew Tower. “We are thrilled to welcome Coach Allen as the new leader of our boys basketball program.” The search for a new head coach focused on finding a candidate with specific qualities and a proven track record – and Coach Allen quickly emerged as a standout, exceeding expectations. Tower adds, “We’re excited for Coach Allen to energize the program from the varsity team all the way through our youth levels. He’s passionate about building relationships, developing athletes and leaders, and using the game of basketball as a tool to teach life lessons.” Before his time at Guerin Catholic, Coach Allen served as an assistant coach at Cathedral High School and spent six seasons as head coach at Knightstown. While at Knightstown, he was twice named Henry County Coach of the Year and was also recognized as the Mid-Hoosier Conference Coach of the Year. In addition, he served as the head coach for the prestigious Hoosier Reunion All-Star Classic. “I am truly excited and grateful for the opportunity to be the next boys basketball coach at Hamilton Southeastern, and I’m honored to become a part of the Royals family,” said Allen. “Coaching and teaching have been my passion throughout my career, and my family and I are looking forward to this new chapter in our lives.” Coach Allen lives in Fishers with his wife, Mollie, and their sons, Benson (14) and Everett (11). Recognitions: • 2025 IBCA Top 60 Workout Director • 2023 State Finals • 2023 Guerin Catholic Head Coach of the Year • 2014 Mid-Hoosier Conference Coach of the Year • 2011–2014 Hoosier Reunion All-Star Classic Coach • 1998 State Champion – Cathedral High School Meet the Coach: Current and future Royals and their families are invited to meet Coach Allen on Monday, April 21 at 7:00 PM in the College and Career Academy (CCA). Please enter through Door 18. Open facility workouts for boys basketball will begin Monday, April 21, immediately after school.