Dr. Wright has been part of the coaching staff for the soccer program since 1989. He is currently in his 30th season as head coach. His current record as head coach is 396-122-11 (.750) and has led the men's program to 19 MCCC conference and/or tournament championships and nineteen consecutive NCCAA regional championships from 1997 - 2016. Dr. Wright has also guided the men's soccer program to three NCCAA Division II National Championships (2005, 2007 and 2008) and a .839 winning percentage vs NCCAA opponents entering his 30th season. Rick was selected as National Coach of the Year in 2001, 2003, 2004 and 2008.

Licenses: National Soccer Coaching Association of America: National and Advanced National Diplomas; and the United States Soccer Federation "E" and "D" coaching licenses. Dr. Wright also serves on campus as the Vice President for Student Life and lives in Manhattan with his wife, Marta.