01/22/2026
Our condolences to the family of Coach Huber. Coach Huber lead the Knights from 1974-1975.
It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of Ted L. Huber, a legendary coach, mentor, historian, and leader whose influence on Indiana football — and the coaching profession as a whole — will never be forgotten. Ted passed away yesterday morning, leaving behind a legacy defined by service, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to both the game and the people within it.
Ted’s journey began in Bremen, Indiana, where he distinguished himself as an exceptional multi-sport athlete, earning 12 varsity letters and serving as co-captain and MVP of his football team. His passion for athletics and leadership carried him to Ball State University, where he continued to excel as a student-athlete and laid the foundation for a lifetime devoted to coaching, teaching, and mentorship.
Over the course of his remarkable career, Ted served as a head football coach at Hamilton Heights, Norwell, Bloomington South, and Warsaw Community High School, as well as an assistant coach at the collegiate level at Indiana University and Ball State University. His teams were known not only for their success on the field — including undefeated seasons and long-awaited conference championships — but for their discipline, toughness, and character. Ted believed football was a classroom, and every practice, meeting, and game was an opportunity to instill lessons that extended far beyond Friday nights.
Ted’s impact reached far beyond the sidelines. He was a past president of the Indiana Football Coaches Association and later served with distinction as the IFCA Executive Secretary, a role in which he worked tirelessly to support coaches across the state and strengthen the profession he loved. A devoted steward of football history, Ted authored The History of the Indiana Football Coaches Association, ensuring that the stories and contributions of Indiana coaches would be preserved for future generations.
His lifelong dedication to coaching and leadership earned him some of the highest honors in the sport, including induction into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame, the Ball State University Athletic Hall of Fame, and the prestigious National Coaches Hall of Fame — recognitions that reflect not only his success, but the profound respect he commanded nationwide.
Yet, beyond the accolades and accomplishments, Ted will be remembered most for who he was. He was a devoted husband to Maureen, a loving father to Kelly and Dan, and a proud grandfather to Zachary, Austin, Noah, Owen, Dan, and Kristi. His humility, generosity, sharp wit, and genuine care for others left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Today, we honor a man who built programs, mentored coaches, shaped young men, preserved history, and led with quiet strength and conviction. Ted Huber’s legacy lives on through the countless players, coaches, colleagues, and family members whose lives he touched.
Rest in peace, Coach. Your impact will endure, and your legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.