Chelsea, a beloved coach of the Black Heart Basketball 5th-grade girls’ team in Moore, Indiana, has passed away suddenly on July 23, 2025.
Although the cause of her passing is under wraps, reports revealed that her demise was sudden and unexpected.
Her family and the Black Heart Basketball community have not shared further details.
Coach Chelsea Gugliotta Moorea Was A Standout High School Player!
Chelsea Gugliotta Moore was a respected basketball coach, mentor, and former collegiate athlete.
She served as the head coach for the Black Heart Basketball 5th-grade girls team.
Her coaching style highlighted encouragement and personal growth, making her a beloved figure among athletes and families alike.
Before transitioning into a coaching career, Chelsea was a standout player herself.
She was named a 2004 Indiana All-Star while attending North Knox High School, a prestigious honor recognizing the top high school basketball talent in the state.
Then, she went on to play college basketball at Lamar University and Bellarmine University.
During her time there, she appeared in 113 games and averaged 3.5 rebounds and 0.6 assists per game.
Her commitment to youth development continued beyond coaching, as she served as an instructor at an Indiana All-Stars girls’ basketball camp.
The Black Heart Basketball Community Is Mourning The Sudden Loss Of Coach Chelsea Gugliotta Moore!
In the wake of her passing, her family and the entire community are deeply mourning the loss.
They are sharing their grief across social media and within the Black Heart Basketball organization.
Those who knew her described her as a kind, passionate, and selfless leader, someone who instilled belief in every child she coached.
The Black Heart Basketball community shared this tragic news, with a moving tribute, saying:
With Heavy Hearts
As many have heard this tragic news, it is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of Coach Chelsea Gugliotta-Moore, a beloved mother, mentor, and friend.
Coach Chelsea leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and dedication that touched every player and family in our program…Rest in peace, Coach. You will always be part of our BlackHeart family.
In the comments beneath the post, one community member shared a heartfelt message, saying:
So sorry! I worked at KCARC with Chelsea’s mother at KCARC. I know how she loved and was proud of her daughter. Prayers for the family!
Moreover, Eric Moore, Chelsea’s husband, shared a deeply emotional tribute, saying:
As I struggle to come to terms with the loss of my wife, the mother of our three incredible daughters, I find solace in the memories we shared and the love that remains. Chelsea was my partner, my best friend, and my soulmate…but I hope you are looking down upon us and will protect and guide us. Until we meet again, we will miss you and wish you were here to share our lives.
Chelsea is survived by her husband, Eric Moore, their three daughters, and a wide circle of family, friends, colleagues, players, and parents.
As of now, no official funeral arrangements have been released. Black Heart Basketball, social media, or her family may share further updates in the coming days.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Chelsea Gugliotta Moore’s family, friends, and well-wishers.
Rest In Peace, Beautiful Soul!
