Ben Davis High School Hires Brett Cooper as New Head Football Coach

Cooper brings a proven track record of building winning programs and developing student-athletes.

Feb. 10, 2026 at 8:23am

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Ben Davis High School in Indianapolis, Indiana has hired Brett Cooper as their new head football coach. Cooper is tasked with leading the Giants back to success after the team's disappointing 3-7 season in 2025. Cooper has previous head coaching experience at Bloomington North, Perry Meridian, and Indian Creek, and is known for his ability to build winning programs and develop student-athletes.

Why it matters

Ben Davis is one of the top high school football programs in Indiana, with a rich tradition of success. After a down year in 2025, the hiring of Cooper signals the school's commitment to returning the Giants to their winning ways and continuing the program's legacy.

The details

Cooper was approved as the next head coach of the Ben Davis Giants in a press release by the Wayne Township School Board. In the release, Cooper expressed his excitement about the opportunity and confidence in continuing the school's tradition of excellence. The Giants are expected to return talent in the defensive secondary, including 2027 cornerback prospects Keontay Toomer and Marcus Powe.

  • On February 10, 2026, Ben Davis High School announced the hiring of Brett Cooper as their new head football coach.
  • Cooper is coming off a 7-4 season as the head coach of Bloomington North in 2025.

The players

Brett Cooper

The new head football coach at Ben Davis High School, Cooper has a proven track record of building winning programs and developing student-athletes at his previous head coaching stops.

Keontay Toomer

A 2027 cornerback prospect expected to be a key part of the Ben Davis defense next season.

Marcus Powe

A 2027 cornerback prospect expected to be a key part of the Ben Davis defense next season.

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What they’re saying

“My family and I are excited about the opportunity to become the next head football coach at Ben Davis High School. The tradition that is Ben Davis brings forth a level of expectation that is unmatched throughout the state of Indiana. It is an honor to now be part of a long line of legendary coaches at BD, and I am confident we will continue to build that legacy. We can't wait to meet the team and get to work.”

— Brett Cooper, New Head Football Coach (Press Release)

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