Bio

Josh Kruzel was hired prior to the 2022-2023 season as an assistant coach for Midland University. Kruzel brings with him seven years of coaching experience.

Before Midland, he acquired his Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies from Mount St. Joseph University. At Mount St. Joseph, Kruzel helped lead the program to the most wins in the past 20 years, achieved three conference tournament berths, was head of scouting and team academics, and served as an interim assistant for 13 games. Coach Kruzel has coached several athletes who made 1st and 2nd team all-conference, and ranked top five in steals in NCAA-DIII.

Kruzel acquired his Master in Special Education from Lourdes University. He then received his second Master's Degree in Science in Organizational Management from Wayne State College while being a graduate assistant for Peru State College. During that time, Kruzel was the Peru State Women's Basketball Camp Director, Player Development Specialist, and Head Coach of JV. He assisted the program to their most wins in 10 years and was co-head of scout and opposing player personnel.