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Ohio State adds William Buford as basketball program assistant

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 12:01 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Ohio State adds William Buford as basketball program assistant

Summary

Ohio State University announced the return of William Buford as a program assistant for its men’s basketball team on June 1, 2026. Buford, a former Buckeye star, played a key role during his college career, participating in the 2012 NCAA Final Four. His return to the Buckeye program is seen as a significant addition to the basketball staff, which is looking to build on recent successes. Alongside Buford, Dave Richardson will return as the strength and conditioning coach. The changes come ahead of the 2026-27 season as the team prepares for upcoming practices and recruitment efforts.

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•William Buford is named program assistant for Ohio State basketball.
•Buford previously played for the Buckeyes, contributing to their Final Four run.
•Dave Richardson returns as the men's basketball strength and conditioning coach.
•The announcement was made on June 1, 2026, ahead of the new season.
•Changes are part of Ohio State's broader strategy for basketball excellence.

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