(Michigan City, IN) - Ben Bachmann is taking his talents from New Prairie to Michigan City. Bachmann was introduced as the Wolves’ new athletic director at a Michigan City school board meeting this week.

 

It’s a homecoming for Bachmann, who was born and raised in Michigan City, graduating from Elston High School, where he was a three-sport athlete.

 

Bachmann issued this statement at Tuesday’s school board meeting:

 

“Education-based athletics is a tool that can teach numerous life skills, which can transcend sports and help prepare student athletes for life. I’m excited about the future of Michigan City area schools and the vision that is in place. I look forward to working with everyone and being part of a team that will make MCAS the best it can be. I thank you again for this opportunity. Let’s go City!”

 

Bachmann was previously active in coaching baseball and recruiting at the college level. After stints at Hanover Central and Portage High Schools, he was athletic director at New Prairie for nearly seven years.