Bill Hisrich is being recognized for the Ripley County Basketball Hall of Fame's meritorious service award. 

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"Mr. Bill" has evolved to be one of the most distinguished voices at Ripley County sporting events. Bill has announced all levels of Batesville football for a span of 48 years ending in 2015. He continues to announce boys and girls varsity and reserve basketball games going on now for 48 and 40 years respectively. Special announcing opportunities for Bill occurred at Bankers Life Field House, Hinkle Field House, the RCA Dome and Lucas Oil Stadium. Bill was "the announcer" for a period of ten years when all games of the Ripley County Tournament were held at Batesville. He is dedicated to the youth of Batesville and the youth of Ripley County. 

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Bill earned a Bachelor of Arts in business and an MBA at the University of Cincinnati. Employed as a banker, he also served a stint with the United States Army and was a Captain in Fort Hood, TX.