Rich Bensman steps down as head Men's Basketball coach at Ohio Northern
February 23, 2022
By Tim Glon
ADA — Rich Bensman has stepped down as the head men's basketball coach at Ohio Northern.
In six seasons at the helm, Bensman guided the Polar Bears to a 66-75 record, a winning percentage of .468.
He helped ONU to a 19-9 record in 2017-18 and his teams reached the championship game of the OAC Tournament in 2017-18 and 2020-21.
"I am very appreciative of my time as head coach at Ohio Northern," Bensman said. "It will always have a good spot in my heart."
"We thank Rich for six years of commitment to our student-athletes, the athletic department and the university," ONU Tom Simmons said. "We wish him the best in all future endeavors."
A nationwide search for a new head coach will begin immediately.