Babul was the '96 Gatorade POTY for hoops in Massachusetts. His coaching tree is huge, with several stops in the college ranks. He was in his second season with Thayer Academy as HC," one fan added.

When I heard the news, it took my breath away. Mike Babul was far too young to be gone. Babul, 47, died on Dec. 29 of a massive heart attack. He had been in his second year as the head boys varsity ...