Augustana's national championship head coach, Tom Billeter, has resigned to pursue a coaching position elsewhere, leading to Cody Schilling, an Augustana alum, being appointed as the new head coach of the men's basketball program.

By the Numbers
  • Tom Billeter accumulated 393 wins at Augustana, including the 2016 National Championship.
  • Cody Schilling, a 2012 graduate of Augustana, becomes the 16th head coach in the university's 103-year history.
  • Schilling led Mount Marty to a significant turnaround, with the team he recruited winning 20 games in the 2019-20 season.
Yes, But

Some may question the selection of Schilling as the new head coach due to his limited experience at the collegiate level and his relatively young age.

State of Play
  • Tom Billeter resigns as the all-time winningest coach at Augustana, leaving behind a successful legacy.
  • Cody Schilling's appointment as head coach signals a new era for Augustana's men's basketball program.
What's Next

The formal introduction and celebration of Cody Schilling as the new head coach will take place on April 2, open to the public, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Augustana basketball.

Bottom Line

Cody Schilling's appointment as head coach at Augustana University signifies a shift in leadership, with expectations high for him to continue the program's success and bring new energy to the team.