LISTEN: Murphysboro coach Gary Carter talks summer workouts and additions to Red Devils roster ahead of 2024 season

Posted: July 25, 2024 @ 2:23 pm

Photo Credit: Troy Clark

The Murphysboro Red Devils are taking advantage of the IHSA's new rules that allow 11-on-11 scrimmages this week. Voice of the Red Devils, Matt Varney, met with Coach Gary Carter Thursday evening before their first scrimmage with Marion and discussed the new 11-on-11 scrimmages and some of the new additions to the team that have Murphysboro excited for the coming season:

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LISTEN: Murphysboro coach Gary Carter talks summer workouts and additions to Red Devils roster ahead...

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The Murphysboro Red Devils got a nice surprise last Saturday when pairings were announced. The 6-3 Red Devils were gifted a home game as the #7 team in the 4A bracket. Coach Gary Carter spoke with Matt Varney about their opponent, #10 Macomb, and the past few weeks for the Red Devils:

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Scott Hudson and Matt Varney had plenty to discuss on Saturday including a new Saluki men's basketball coach!

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The Lady Vols finished the season Tuesday night in an 89-58 loss to #5 Wabash Valley in the District Tournament semifinals. Coach Amanda Shelby joined the broadcast afterwards and discussed the loss, the future, and the foundation of the program with several freshmen on the roster that are expected back for the 2022-2023 season:

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