For more than two decades, Paul Condry has been the driving force behind the Indiana Football Digest, a magazine that chronicles high school football across the Hoosier state. His work began as a simple idea — cover the sport that unites communities — but quickly grew into a mission that required him to visit every high school in Indiana.
Over the course of 24 years he amassed a unique archive of stories, statistics, and photographs, publishing 34 issues that have become a reference point for players, coaches, and fans alike. Condry’s journalistic career spans 38 consecutive seasons, a testament to his relentless commitment to the game and to the athletes who play it.
The Personal Cost of a Passion
While the magazine’s pages capture the triumphs on the field, Condry admits he misses the personal interactions that defined his early years. "I miss the moments when I could sit down with a teenager and hear his dreams," he says, recalling the human connections that have always been at the heart of his reporting.
Divine Guidance and a Passion That Endures
Condry attributes the success of the Indiana Football Digest to what he calls "divine intervention," a belief that has guided him through technological shifts and the ever‑changing landscape of high school sports. "No matter how the world changes, there’s always a reason to keep writing," he adds, underscoring the spiritual dimension of his work.
At 70, Still in the Game
Now 70 years old, Condry remains active in the office and on the field, still editing manuscripts and planning future issues. His energy belies his age, and his hope is simple: to continue publishing the Digest for years to come, preserving the stories that define Indiana football.
Looking Forward
As he gazes at the next edition, Condry expresses optimism that the magazine will survive the digital age, adapting its format while staying true to the core mission of celebrating the sport and its participants. "The future looks bright," he says, "and I’m ready to write the next chapter."