The Ohio State swimming and diving programs mourn the loss of former head swimming coach Dick Sloan, who passed away last month at the age of 88.
“Coach Sloan is one of the truly good guys of our profession,” said Ohio State Director of Swimming and Diving Bill Dorenkott. “He served our sport for over 25 years, leaving a legacy of strong relationships and cherished memories. His former athletes hold him in the highest regard as a coach, friend and mentor. He was always gracious with his time and wisdom when we would speak. Buckeye Nation is grateful to call Coach Sloan one of our own.”
Sloan was at the helm of the Ohio State swimming program from 1976-89. Sloan’s swimmers earned eight individual Big Ten titles during his tenure. He coached four All-Americans and two national U.S. Swimming title-winners.
From 1987-98, Sloan served as the special assistant to the Director of Athletics at Ohio State. In this position, he assisted with managing events and facilities, including camps, concerts, and athletic team practices.
Sloan began his coaching career as an assistant at Illinois from 1962-66. From 1966-68, he coached at Lakewood High School before serving as the head coach at Kenyon from 1968-75. He led Kenyon to seven Ohio Conference titles.
Sloan was a three-year letterwinner in swimming at Monmouth College, where he also lettered in football and tennis.
Sloan and his wife, Diane, retired to Southport, N.C., where he continued to coach at Brunswick Community College.
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A fine coach & always so kind to all. RIP Coach!