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Men’s Swimming Coach Bob Thomas Announces Retirement

MUNCIE, Ind. – After 39 seasons serving as the Ball State men's swimming and diving head coach, Bob Thomas has announced his retirement effective in July 2018.

"It's been an honor and a privilege to work with the hundreds of swimmers and divers over the last 39 years," Thomas said. "Now that I'm retiring, I am looking forward to my next adventure."

Thomas began coaching at Ball State in June of 1979 and also spent five seasons co-coaching the women's swimming and diving team (2004-05 to 2008-09). Prior to Ball State, Thomas coached at Lincoln College (1976-79) and Evergreen Park High School in Illinois (1975-76).