Ault named head coach of men's and women's tennis programs

DEFIANCE, Ohio – Defiance College Athletics Director Jenni Morrison announced the addition of Tyler Ault to the athletic department staff as the head coach for the Yellow Jacket men's and women's tennis programs.

"I believe that Tyler will be able to step in and build up our tennis programs here at Defiance," added Morrison. "His passion and drive to see success in Defiance Athletics and the tennis program will be great to have in our Athletics Department."

Ault's experience as a student-athlete for Defiance College and his leadership on the tennis courts for the Purple and Gold will add to the transition into the head coach of the programs.

"As a member of the Yellow Jacket tennis team, my teammates and I felt that we were building a tradition of excellence," said Ault. "That tradition is going to continue and grow beyond where we've been. I am excited to continue being a part of it."

A 2010 graduate of Defiance College, Ault was a two-time All-Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference team award winner for the Yellow Jackets men's tennis program in 2009 and 2010.

Ault graduated holding the Yellow Jackets men's tennis record with 102 wins in his career while for the Purple and Gold, which is currently second on the all-time list.

The Oregon, Ohio native was a four-year letter winner for the Yellow Jackets and was the team captain for three years. Ault also served as a student assistant coach for one season.

"Being a Defiance College athlete was a great chapter in my life and I would like to facilitate that experience to future students. The coaches I have had in my life have had a profound influence on the person I am today. I hope to bring the same positive influence to this program."

Ault earned his Bachelor's Degree from Defiance College in Business Administration with a minor in Information Technology in 2010. Ault went on to earn his Master's Degree from the University of Toledo in Business Administration with a specialization in Leadership.

While at Defiance College, Ault served on the NCAA Student Athlete Advisory Council for two years. He was also a DC Ambassador and college representative during his time in Defiance.

After graduating from Defiance College, Ault spent two years working as a revenue cycle analyst at ProMedica, as well as a part-time instructor at the University of Toledo.

"My fiancée and I are very excited to be a part of the Defiance College family," said Ault.

Tyler is engaged to Julie Katschke, an admissions counselor at DC, and they currently reside in Toledo, Ohio.