Thresher Athletics Hall of Fame
This team was the first to represent Bethel College at the NAIA Men's Basketball Championships, the 2002-2003 squad found success individually and collectively. The team was able to put together a 13-5 record in KCAC action, leading the conference throughout most of the season and earning the regular season championship outright. They were led by KCAC Coach of the Year Gary Chupp and KCAC Player of the Year Frank Flores. The team had four total players earn All-KCAC recognition this year, as well as Flores being named a Third-Team NAIA All-American.