Kansas Wesleyan University

Benjamin Blahauvietz has been with the Coyotes since January 2025 and is currently the Special Teams Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach with the Coyotes.

In his first season with the Coyotes, KWU’s special teams were highlighted by five FG/XP blocks, four recovered onside kicks, and a 3-yard increase in net punt. On the defensive side of the ball, he played a part in the Coyote defense that ranked 21st nationally in points allowed per game, and he helped to develop a Second Team All-Conference safety in Taylor Collins. The Coyotes as a whole were the second least penalized team in NAIA.

Prior to joining the staff at KWU, Blahauvietz was a Defensive Backs Graduate Assistant for Harding University. During his time with the Harding Defense, Harding ranked #1 nationally in Pass Defense, 1st downs allowed per game, and Total Defense in DII. In addition, the Bison defense ranked top 10 nationally in Scoring Defense, Pass D Efficiency, Defensive TD’s, 3rd Down Defense, 4th Down Defense, and Interceptions.

Prior to Harding University, Blahauvietz was a Student Assistant Offensive Line Coach at Syracuse University. During his time in Syracuse, he was a part of two straight bowl appearances (Boca Raton and Pinstripe).

He earned his undergraduate degree in Sport Analytics from Syracuse University in December of 2023, and he his master’s degree in Kinesiology and Sports Administration from Harding University in December of 2023.