Hall of Fame Induction Video
Interview
Bill Richards - Ball State (Men's Tennis Head Coach)
Bill Richards concluded one of the most remarkable coaching careers in collegiate tennis history, becoming the winningest coach in both Ball State and Mid-American Conference history. Over his career, Richards compiled a 769–482 overall record and a 243–88 mark in conference play while guiding the Cardinals to 38 MAC regular-season and tournament championships. His teams earned eight NCAA Tournament appearances and recorded 17 undefeated regular seasons. A 15-time MAC Coach of the Year, Richards coached eight MAC Players of the Year and produced 75 First Team All-MAC selections. His legacy also includes mentoring 12 Ball State Athletics Hall of Fame inductees. Richards was inducted into the Ball State Athletics Hall of Fame in 1993 and later received national honors including the NCAA Bob Frederick Sportsmanship Award and the ITA Meritorious Service Award.
