McPherson College Director of Athletics Josh Daume announced that Josh Nichols has resigned from his position as Head Women’s Basketball Coach after leading the Bulldogs for seven seasons.
Coach Nichols has accepted a head coaching position at a high school in Oklahoma that allows him to be closer to his aging parents as they face health issues. “Although this is somewhat unexpected, we certainly understand and support Coach Nichols’ desire to be closer to family at this time,” stated Daume.
Under Coach Nichols’ leadership, he has coached six All-KCAC selections, including three-time unanimous All-KCAC first-teamer Brittany Roberts. He has also coached over 25 KCAC scholar-athletes and led the Bulldogs to three KCAC tournament appearances.
“Coach Nichols has been an outstanding representative of McPherson College during his entire tenure, consistently going above and beyond expectations in his role as a basketball coach,” Daume continued. “He has recruited quality student-athletes, served the college in various ways outside of his coaching role, and been a tremendous asset to the McPherson community.”
“I’d like to thank former AD Andrew Ehling and President Schneider for the opportunity to be the Head Women’s Basketball Coach at McPherson College. More importantly, I’d like to thank all the players who have come through this program during my time at MC,” stated Nichols. “Although I was looking forward to the coming season, an opportunity arose that allows me to be closer to my family during a difficult time. I’ll always cherish my time in McPherson and look forward to supporting the program moving forward.”
A national search for a Head Women’s Basketball Coach will begin immediately.
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