LINDSBORG, KS - Bethany College welcomes Aaron Davis as the new associate head cross country coach and assistant track and field coach.

Davis previously coached at Fort Hays State University. From 2006 to 2007, he was the assistant sprint coach. Prior to that, he was the assistant cross country and middle distance coach for FHSU from 2005-2006. Under both positions, Davis helped with the duties of the head coach, made workout schedules, and was actively involved with recruiting.

He also worked as a personal trainer at Main St. Gym and Fitness in Hays, Kan. from spring 2007 to fall 2007. There he created workout programs for clients, maintained equipment, and was in charge of all office duties.

Davis graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2007 with a B.S. in health and human performance with an emphasis in wellness and health promotion.

He was a member of the Adams State National Championship cross country team as well as a 14 time All-Conference (RMAC) selection in cross country/track. Davis also earned 4 time All-American (NCAA DII) honors for the 800m and distance medley relay.

Davis is level I and II USATF certified. He has volunteered for Adapted Aquatics and Recreational Activities as well as Special Olympics volleyball and basketball.

Bethany College competes in 15 intercollegiate sports in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, as well as college-sponsored cheer and dance squads.  Since 1902, Bethany has won 140 conference championships.  Bethany College, established by Swedish Lutheran immigrants in 1881, is a college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The mission of Bethany College is to nurture and challenge individuals in their search for truth and meaning as they lead lives of faith, learning and service.