Today was Indianapolis 500 day, and while the eyes of the state were fixed on
@IMS, we couldn't help but notice some high-octane energy sitting right here in our museum display cases.
Just like the legendary track in Indianapolis, Indiana high school basketball had its very own "Speed Kings."
Check out these two incredible artifacts from our collection:
The Urbana High School Speed Kings: This vibrant green and yellow car represents the Urbana Speed Kings (Wabash County), a school that proudly carried the high-speed moniker before consolidating into Northfield in 1962.
The Swayzee High School Speed Kings: Featured on this classic purple and gold license plate, the Swayzee Speed Kings (Grant County) took the name to legendary heights. They proved their name was all about endurance on March 7, 1964, when they defeated Liberty Center 63-61 in a grueling, nine overtime Regional semifinal game at the Marion Coliseum. It was a phenomenal marathon that remains a legendary Indiana state record to this day!
Whether itās four wheels on asphalt or sneakers on hardwood, Hoosiers have always possessed an undeniable obsession with speed, timing, and unmatched endurance. Our state's rich automotive heritage is woven tightly into the very fabric of our communities, right alongside our love for basketball.