East Central University Athletics

Ben Gardner joined the ECU staff in 2016 as a graduate assistant linebackers coach after graduating from Tabor College.
 
Gardner spent five seasons at Tabor at a linebacker and punter.  During his collegiate career his recorded 220 (102-118) total tackles, 1.5 sacks, three forced fumbles and intercepted three passes.
 
The Hillsboro, Kan., native earned a bachelor’s degree in sports studies from Tabor College and is pursuing a master’s degree in sports administration at ECU.