Washburn Coach Brett Ballard Seriously Injured in Kansas Crash
Brett Ballard, head coach of Washburn University’s men’s basketball team, was seriously injured in a single‑vehicle accident near Topeka, Kansas, on August 4, 2024.
Aug 9, 2026
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Veteran Washburn Coach Brett Ballard Hospitalized After Serious Car Crash
Brett Ballard, the longtime head coach of Washburn University’s men’s basketball team, was seriously injured in a single‑vehicle crash in Topeka, Kansas. The news has sparked an outpouring of support from coaches, former players and fans nationwide.
Aug 6, 2026
Washburn Coach Brett Ballard Hospitalized After Highway Crash
A severe crash on I‑470 left Washburn University’s head coach Brett Ballard with serious injuries, prompting an outpouring of support from teammates, alumni and university leaders.
Aug 5, 2026
Washburn Coach Brett Ballard Seriously Injured in Single‑Vehicle Crash
Head coach Brett Ballard remains under intensive care after a Tuesday night crash; Washburn University expresses deep concern and support.
Aug 5, 2026
Washburn Coach Brett Ballard Hospitalized After Serious Crash on Kansas Turnpike
Brett Ballard, head coach of Washburn University's men's basketball team, was seriously injured on August 4, 2024, when his pickup truck struck a bridge pillar on the Kansas Turnpike near Topeka. He was taken to the hospital and is currently recovering.
Aug 5, 2026
Washburn Coach Brett Ballard Injured in Kansas Turnpike Crash
Washburn University’s head men’s basketball coach Brett Ballard was seriously hurt after his vehicle left the Kansas Turnpike, striking infrastructure before he was rushed to hospital.
Aug 5, 2026
Washburn Coach Brett Ballard Injured in Interstate 470 Crash
A single‑vehicle accident on Interstate 470 in southeast Topeka left Washburn University basketball coach Brett Ballard with serious injuries. University President JuliAnn Mazachek expressed condolences while the school urged privacy for his family.
Aug 5, 2026