Men’s Tennis Signs Nolan Hayward

The Ball State women’s tennis team competes against the Miami Redhawks at the Foster Adams Family Tennis Complex and Bill Richards Tennis Courts on April 7, 2024. Photo by Bobby Ellis

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November 21, 2024 | Men's Tennis

MUNCIE, Ind. - Long-time head men's tennis coach Bill Richards has announced the signing of Nolan Hayward (Wylie, Texas/New Braunfels High School) who will join the Cardinals for the 2025-26 season.

"Nolan will be a great addition to our program next year," Richards said. "He has national level experience at the junior tennis level and has good results as indicated by his national ranking. I look forward to helping him continue to grow and develop. I expect him to contribute significantly early in his career."

Hayward, a four-star recruit, currently ranks 144th in the nation according to Tennisrecruiting.net. He is also the younger brother of current Ball State men's tennis player, Drew Hayward.