Ryan Long

Bio

Ryan Long serves as Head Cross Country Coach at Faith Baptist Bible College and has led the program since 2014. During his tenure, Long has played a key role in developing the program into a consistent national-level competitor.

Under his leadership, both the men’s and women’s teams qualified for the NCCAA National Championship meet for the first time in program history. Since then, the program has continued to grow, becoming a consistent national meet qualifier at both the individual and team levels. Long has also coached five All-Americans, reflecting his commitment to athlete development and competitive excellence.

Long’s coaching philosophy is shaped by his own collegiate experience as a cross country and track & field athlete at Buena Vista University, where he earned Academic All-American honors in both sports. His background as both a student-athlete and coach contributes to his emphasis on discipline, growth, and Christ-centered team culture.

Prior to joining Faith, Long spent four years as the cross country and track & field coach at Northside Christian School in Columbus, Ohio, where he gained valuable experience building and leading programs.

Coaching Experience

• Head Cross Country Coach, Faith Baptist Bible College (2014–Present)
• Cross Country & Track & Field Coach, Northside Christian School (Columbus, OH)

Education

• Buena Vista University

Athletic Experience & Honors

• Cross Country & Track & Field Athlete, Buena Vista University
• Academic All-American (Cross Country & Track & Field)