Brian Richey of Florida Southern College was named the 2026 NCAA Division II Dave Williams National Coach of the Year. Richey, a former Mocs golfer, is the third coach from the school to earn this honor. During his first full season, he led the team to 12 top-five finishes, including six victories, and secured the program's 14th NCAA Division II Championship. Richey鈥檚 success in the role, after being appointed as head coach in June 2025, follows his recognition as back-to-back Sunshine State Conference Coach of the Year.

By the Numbers
  • 12 top-five finishes in 13 tournaments this season.
  • 6 tournament victories, including the NCAA Division II Championship.
State of Play
  • Florida Southern won its second consecutive Sunshine State Conference Championship.
  • Four players from the team were named PING All-South Region golfers.
What's Next

Richey and the team's achievements will be celebrated at the GCAA National Convention in Las Vegas, where award recipients will receive their honors in December 2026. Further recognition of their collective accomplishments is expected within the college sports community.

Bottom Line

Richey鈥檚 recognition underscores the impact of effective coaching and team performance, spotlighting the Mocs鈥� consistent excellence in NCAA Division II golf. His leadership not only brought championships but also set a foundation for future success.