Bio

     Lanham became athletic director at Rio Grande in January 2004. He is the son of legendary Rio head coach, Art Lanham, who coached the Redmen basketball team from 1960-80.
     Lanham himself was a member of the Rio Grande men's basketball coaching staff, serving from 1989 through the 1998-99 season.
     Prior to coming to Rio Grande, Lanham was an assistant coach at his alma mater, Union (KY) College. He holds a bachelor's degree in physical education and a master's degree in health education from Union.
     Lanham is a former assistant professor of health and physical education at Rio Grande and former chairperson for the education department.
     Jeff and his wife, Mary Lou, reside near Rio Grande and have two daughters, Shannon and Mattie.