Denison University names new squash coach

Date of Event: November 26, 2012

Posted: November 26, 2012

GRANVILLE, Ohio— Walt Thieman has been named as the new head squash coach at Denison University. Thieman holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Muskingum College, a master’s degree in education from Andrews University and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Toledo.

Lynn Schweizer, senior associate athletic director at Denison University said of Thieman, “Walt brings the passion and dedication needed to build upon the rich tradition of Denison squash. I am confident that he’ll raise the level of competitive excellence to reinforce our outstanding squash tradition.” Schweizer added, “Walt is a coach for the right reasons; he cares about his players as individuals, focusing on their development not only as athletes, but also as young men and women. We are pleased that he will be joining the Denison community.”

Thieman has participated in racquet sports from his time as a varsity tennis player in high school and college, and has continued his association with the sport, including his most recent post as a coach at Bexley High School in the greater Columbus area.

About Denison:

Denison University, founded in 1831, is an independent, residential liberal arts institution located in Granville, Ohio. A highly selective college enrolling 2,100 full-time undergraduate students from all 50 states and dozens of foreign countries, Denison is a place where innovative faculty and motivated students collaborate in rigorous scholarship, civic engagement and the cultivation of independent thinking.

For press inquiries:

Name: Ginny Sharkey
Position Title: Media Relations
Primary Email: sharkeyv@denison.edu
Business Phone: (740) 587-6266

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