In Episode 49 of Coaches at Crown Brew Getting Coffee, presented by Swinford Media Group and sponsored by Adrenaline Fundraising, Marion Plumbing, and Swinford Wedding Videography, host Kerry Martin sits down with one of the true icons of Illinois high school basketball—Coach Dick Corn. A native of Macedonia, Illinois, and a Benton High School graduate, Corn built a legendary coaching career that spanned more than three decades. He began in 1972 at the junior high level before eventually taking over the program at Pinckneyville High School in 1975, where he would remain until his retirement in 2007. Under his leadership, the Panthers became one of the most respected programs in the state. Coach Corn amassed an incredible 708 career wins, including two IHSA State Championships in 1994 and 2001, four Final Four appearances, and 24 seasons with 20 or more wins. Known for his player-first approach, fundamental basketball, and high expectations both on and off the court, Corn instilled values of teamwork, work ethic, and personal accountability into generations of student-athletes. In this candid conversation, Coach Corn reflects on his humble beginnings, the mentors who shaped him, his coaching philosophy, and the power of building a culture that lasts. He also shares personal stories about cutting talented players for the greater good, navigating grief and triumph, and why practices—not game days—were his favorite part of the job. Even in retirement, Corn continues to invest in his community and remains a fixture at Pinckneyville events—though as one young student hilariously put it, “Why is my bus driver’s name on the court?”