The Roosevelt Rough Riders have found their new leader on the hardwood, announcing the hiring of Ben Schultz as the next head coach of the boys basketball program. Schultz brings a proven track record to Sioux Falls, arriving after a successful four-year stint at Spearfish where he compiled a 46-39 record and guided his team to the 2025 state tournament.

In a heartfelt message to his former community, Schultz expressed deep gratitude for his time at Spearfish, stating, "The relationships built here, the young men I’ve had the privilege to coach and the support from this community are things I’ll always be grateful for." This focus on building strong player-coach connections signals an exciting cultural foundation for Roosevelt's future.

Schultz now steps into the role previously held by Mitch Begeman, who stepped down last month. The move marks a new chapter for Rough Riders basketball, as a coach with recent state tournament experience looks to instill a competitive mindset and build a winning tradition for the program.