Ben McCollum, born on April 12, 1981, is the head coach of Drake University, as of 2024, following a successful spell with Northwest Missouri State. McCollum spent 15 years with the program, winning five National Coach of the Year honors and leading the Bearcats to 12 MIAA regular-season titles and four Division II national championships with a 394-91 record.
| Name | Ben McCollum |
| Age | 43 Years |
| Residence | Iowa, United States |
| Position | Head Coach |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Source of Wealth | Basketball Coach |
| Salary | $275,000 |
Ben McCollum's Net Worth
Ben McCollum's estimated net worth is not available as of October 2024.
Ben McCollum Salary
As of the 2023-24 season, Ben McCollum used to earn $275,000 annually, according to Skyline Sports. His contract with Drake which runs until 2029 has not mentioned the particulars of his salary.
Ben McCollum Contract
Ben McCollum signed a five-year contract with the Drake Bulldogs in 2024 following his 15-year stint as the Head Coach of the Northwest Missouri State Bearcats.
Ben McCollum Contract History
McCollum's coaching journey began as a graduate assistant at Northwest, followed by an assistant coaching role at Emporia State Hornets. He then returned in 2009 as the head coach for the Bearcats and held the position for 15 long years.
Ben McCollum's coaching legacy includes transformative experiences at Northwest, where he led the program to 12 MIAA regular-season titles and four Division II national championships. It was earlier reported that McCollum earned more than $275,000 annually at Maryville. However, following the conclusion of the 2023/24 regular season, McCollum transferred to Drake University and signed a five-year contract with the program.
FAQs on Ben McCollum
A. Ben McCollum's estimated net worth is not available as of October 2024.
A. Ben McCollum's annual salary at Northwest was reported at $275,000.
A. Yes, Ben McCollum earned NABC Division II National Coach of the Year honors for five straight seasons.
A. Ben McCollum has signed a five-year contract with the Drake Bulldogs.
A. Ben was born in Iowa City, Iowa.
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