Dave Richardson returns to Ohio State as men's basketball strength coach
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 4:59 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Dave Richardson has left his role at Arkansas to return to Ohio State as the men's basketball strength and conditioning coach. Originally at Ohio State for over a decade, Richardson had significant success with Arkansas, helping the team reach at least the Sweet 16 in five of six tournaments. His return follows discussions with Ohio State head coach Jake Diebler, who inspired Richardson with his vision and energy. Richardson aims to bring innovation and experience from his time at Arkansas while maintaining his focus on strength and toughness.
- •Richardson previously served at Ohio State from 2005 to 2017.
- •He has been head strength coach at Arkansas since 2018.
- •Richardson emphasized the importance of relationships in his decision to return.
- •Technological advancements at Ohio State attracted him back to the program.
- •He holds a Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach Emeritus designation.
- 4:59 PMYahoo Sports — Dave Richardson returns as Ohio State basketball strength coach
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Despite Arkansas success, strength coach Dave Richardson motivated to return to Ohio State
"Ohio State's new men's basketball strength and conditioning coach wasn't necessarily looking to return to the Buckeyes. Here's why Dave Richardson returned.
"Ohio State head coach Jake Diebler announced the re-hire of former strength and conditioning coach Dave Richardson on Monday.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 4:59 PMDave Richardson returns as Ohio State basketball strength coach
Ohio State head coach Jake Diebler announced the re-hire of former strength and conditioning coach Dave Richardson on Monday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 2:01 PMDespite Arkansas success, strength coach Dave Richardson motivated to return to Ohio State
Ohio State's new men's basketball strength and conditioning coach wasn't necessarily looking to return to the Buckeyes. Here's why Dave Richardson returned.
Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NBA•Jun 2, 2026, 5:44 PMCleveland sports media react to Mike Gansey leaving Cavs for Sixers
- WNBA•Jun 2, 2026, 5:42 PMFever's Sophie Cunningham reveals the major issue that has held Indiana back
- NBA•Jun 2, 2026, 5:37 PMThis dog’s Spurs Finals pick has Knicks fans more fired up than ever
- NBA•Jun 2, 2026, 5:36 PMChris Paul on Victor Wembanyama: Wemby is going to make you question everything you've ever learned about the game
- NBA•Jun 2, 2026, 5:36 PMLakers Hire Yao Williams II As Vice President and Head of Global Partnerships
- NBA•Jun 2, 2026, 5:34 PMPhiladelphia 76ers predicted to lose key contributor in free agency
