Russell Beichly
Russell J. Beichly was the Akron Zips men's basketball head coach from 1941 to 1959. In 19 seasons, he guided the team to a 288–144 record. Beichly was named Columbus Dispatch Ohio College Basketball Coach of the Year in 1959, following a 21–2 season.
A Wittenberg University graduate, Beichly coached Akron West High School to five straight OHSAA state tournament appearances, including a state championship in 1932.