Bio

Eric Lahetta started as the Athletic Director for Lorain County Community College in January of 2025. 

He brings over 26 years of leadership experience in intercollegiate athletics. He previously served as the Director of Athletics and Head Baseball Coach at Bryant & Stratton College (BSC) in Solon, where he oversaw NJCAA compliance, budget management, fundraising, and secured practice and game facilities. During his tenure, BSC teams achieved three OCCAC Championships, two NJCAA District Runner-Up finishes, and seven NJCAA postseason appearances. He also led initiatives such as becoming a Nike school and hiring the college's first athletic trainer, contributing to both athletic and academic success.

Lahetta’s career highlights include his role as Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations at Oberlin College, where he managed budgets, transportation, NCAA compliance, and facility operations while contributing to marketing and sponsorship efforts. As Oberlin’s head baseball coach for 13 years, he revitalized the program, earning 143 career victories and developing players who achieved All-NCAC honors and advanced to professional baseball. His leadership extended beyond the field, influencing team culture and operational excellence.

Most recently, Lahetta served as Parks & Recreation Superintendent for the City of Lorain, overseeing the maintenance of over 50 parks and managing multimillion-dollar projects, including the Campana Park/Pipeyard and Oakwood Pool/Splash Pad upgrades. He doubled the full-time staff, hired a recreation coordinator, and collaborated with community organizations to enhance recreational facilities. His efforts exemplify his ability to manage large-scale projects and build community partnerships.

An Amherst native, Lahetta is a graduate of Marion L. Steele High School. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Sports Administration & Management and a Master of Education in Athletic and Recreation Administration from Bowling Green State University, where he also played collegiate baseball.