Indiana University Athletics
Former Assistant Coach Brian Counsilman Passes
7/6/2005 12:00:00 AM | Women's Swimming and Diving
June 30, 2005
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. - Brian Counsilman, former Indiana University assistant, and son of coaching legend James "Doc" Counsilman passed away Tuesday, June 27 following a workout in the pool named for his father.
On June 20, Counsilman underwent a successful angioplasty to relieve two blocked arteries. A week later, given the green light to exercise, Counsilman was back in the pool.
Following a morning swim on Tuesday, Counsilman returned for a second workout. After a couple of lengths, Counsilman passed out and inhaled water. Lifeguards on duty successfully used an automated defibrillator to regain the pulse. By then, Counsilman had swallowed too much water and passed away around 9 p.m.
Counsilman, who assisted Dave Tanner this past season at Bloomington North High School will be cremated and placed next to Doc at Clear Creek Cemetery. Though no funeral is planned, the BNHS team is gathering today at the Lower Cascades Shelter.
Cards may be sent to Marge Counsilman at 3120 Coppertree Dr, Bloomington, IN 47401.
