Cheryl Jackson-Newsom, who served as a manager for the Indy Parks Department for over 30 years, mentored generations of basketball players at Douglass, Thatcher and Municipal Gardens. Known for her unwavering standards and tough love approach, the 61-year-old coach inspired countless athletes both on and off the court before her death following a five-year battle with cancer.
Basketball Legend Cheryl Jackson-Newsom Passes at 61
Basketball mentor Cheryl Jackson-Newsom passed away at 61 on Feb. 6 after a five-year cancer battle, leaving behind a legacy of tough love and guidance for hundreds of young players.