DES MOINES, Iowa -- Niko Medved is taking over a Drake program that has proven to be a coaching graveyard for plenty of his predecessors.
Medved's first challenge is convincing the Bulldogs he's the right person for the job.
Medved, who grew up in nearby Minneapolis, was introduced Monday as Drake's latest coach. He replaces interim coach Jeff Rutter, the guy many of his new players hoped would be awarded the job permanently.
"I believe this is the perfect fit for me," said Medved, who also thanked Rutter during his opening remarks. "I'm here to win, and I'm here to build a program that all of you can be proud of.