BobKat Basketball Returns: A New Season, Fresh Talent, and Championship Aspirations
Saturday, March 1, the Kokomo BobKats will tip off their fifth season. The BobKats have captivated basketball fans in the City of Firsts, satisfying their itch to watch the game they love.
The atmosphere during BobKats games is often described as electric, with the DJ, drumline, and dancers helping keep the energy high throughout.
This year, the BobKats will play home games inside Kokomo High School’s Hayworth Gymnasium. The intimate venue will continue to foster the energy that gives the BobKats one of the best home-court advantages in The Basketball League.
Chandler Levingston Simon returns for his second year as head coach of the Kokomo BobKats. The son of the first BobKats head coach, Cliff Levingston, Levingston Simon’s experience with the team gives him a clear understanding of what it takes to lead the BobKats to success.
As with every season, the BobKats return several familiar faces while welcoming new talent to the 2025 squad. Let’s take a closer look at the coaching staff and players that make up your 2025 Kokomo BobKats.
Head coach: Chandler Levingston Simon
Chandler Levingston Simon is entering his second season as the BobKats' head coach. He has high hopes for this year’s team and plans to bring a championship to Kokomo.
Assistant coach: Josh Hicks
Josh Hicks returns to work alongside Levingston Simon as the BobKats' lone assistant coach. His experience with the team helps new players adjust to the BobKats' expectations.
Name: Larry Plummer
Position: Point guard
Number: 10
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 174
Larry “Plumm” Plummer is one of many players returning to the BobKats. His energy and leadership are qualities fans will appreciate as he orchestrates the offense this season.
Name: Trey Mitchell
Position: Small forward
Number: 12
Height: 6’4”
Weight: 175
Like Plummer, Trey Mitchell is back for another exciting season of BobKats basketball. His length is a major asset and could pose challenges for opponents.
Name: Corey Boyd
Position: Center
Number: 14
Height: 6’9”
Weight: 270
Corey Boyd is one of two big men the BobKats are counting on to control the paint. His athleticism is a weapon opponents shouldn't overlook.
Name: Josh Rivers
Position: Shooting guard
Number: 16
Height: 6’5”
Weight: 215
Josh Rivers knows how to score efficiently. He showcased his scoring ability during the team's intrasquad scrimmage, offering a glimpse of what fans can expect from him this season.
Name: Joe Burton
Position: Shooting guard
Number: 18
Height: 6’6”
Weight: 205
Joe Burton is an athletic guard who can attack defenses from all areas of the court. Fans can expect to see him and Trae Burton sharing some lighthearted moments during timeouts, as the duo brought their friendship to Kokomo for another exciting season.
Name: Jevon Burton
Position: Shooting guard
Number: 20
Height: 6’6”
Weight: 190
Jevon Burton is a young guard eager to make his debut in The Basketball League. He is one of several guards the BobKats will rely on to lead the scoring attack.
Name: Malcolm Mabry
Position: Small forward
Number: 22
Height: 6’5
Weight: 216
Malcolm Mabry returns to the BobKats after a stint with the Lebanon Leprechauns. The Wisconsin native is poised to be a fan favorite once again, as his playing style complements the BobKats' roster.
Name: Trae Barber
Position: Power forward
Number: 23
Height: 6’8”
Weight: 200
Trae Barber is another player returning to play another of BobKat basektball. Barber teams up with other power forwards to provide
Name: Devin Reed
Position: Point guard
Number: 24
Height: 6’4”
Weight: 187
Devin Reed is a crafty combo guard with a full arsenal of moves. Fans won't take long to appreciate the energy and scoring ability he brings as one of the BobKats' two point guards.
Name: Rasheen Merlin
Position: Center
Number: 30
Height: 6’10”
Weight: 260
Rasheen Merlin's size is a major asset for the BobKats in 2025. He and Boyd are expected to share the duties of doing the tough work this season.
Name: Tremont Moore
Position: Power foward
Number: 31
Height: 6’6”
Weight: 181
Tremont “Fudge” Moore has been a fan favorite for years. Moore's community involvement is just one of the many ways he makes a positive impact on the people of Kokomo.
Name: Johnny Griffin Jr.
Position: Power forward
Number: 33
Height: 6’6”
Weight: 196
Johnny Griffin Jr. has been a mainstay for the BobKats over the years. Beyond his significant role in the team’s success, Griffin Jr. is also an R&B singer and may perform the national anthem before a game this season.
The BobKats open their season Saturday, March 1, against the Lake County Legacy. The game tips off at 7:05 p.m. and will be played at Kokomo High School’s Hayworth Gymnasium.
