The Star Press · May 20, 2022
As a recruit, Ben Botts turned down Michael Lewis. As a coach, Botts couldn't refuse
MUNCIE, Ind. — In a matter of two weeks, Ben Botts' life was turned around.
He and his wife, Jordan, welcomed their second child, Ryan Rose, on March 27. Two weeks earlier, former Ball State men's basketball coach James Whitford was fired and Botts' future was in the air.
That's college coaching for you. One week you're living your dream. The next, you could be looking for a job.