Cross Appointed as Georgia Tech Men’s Basketball Head Coach

Scott Cross has been appointed as the 16th head coach for Georgia Tech Men’s Basketball. This announcement was made by Ryan Alpert, Georgia Tech’s vice president and director of athletics. Cross brings a wealth of experience, having secured seven conference championships and achieved over 350 career victories during his coaching tenure.

Coaching Career and Achievements

Before joining Georgia Tech, Cross spent seven successful seasons as the head coach at Troy. His tenure at Troy, from 2019 to 2026, was marked by consistent success. Under his management, the Trojans claimed back-to-back Sun Belt Conference regular-season and tournament titles. Cross’s teams achieved at least 20 wins in each of his last five seasons, marking a total of ten 20-win seasons throughout his coaching career.

• Overall Coaching Record: 350 wins, 260 losses
• Key Achievements:
  • Four regular-season conference championships
  • Three conference tournament titles
  • Three NCAA Tournament appearances
  • Eight total postseason berths
• Coach of the Year Awards: Three-time winner (Sun Belt 2026, Southland 2012, Sun Belt 2017)

Player Development Focus

Cross has emphasized player development throughout his career. In his 19 seasons as a head coach, he has coached three players who earned conference player of the year honors. His players have achieved significant recognitions, including 25 all-conference selections.

• Notable Players Developed:
  • Tayton Conerway (2025 Conference Player of the Year)
  • Kevin Hervey (2017 Conference Player of the Year)
  • Marquez Haynes (2010 Conference Player of the Year)

“Thrilled” to Join Georgia Tech

In response to his hiring, Cross expressed his honor and excitement for the opportunity. He praised the Georgia Tech community and emphasized his commitment to upholding the institution’s values. Cross aims to foster a culture of discipline, toughness, and accountability among his players.

“We will build a culture that reflects Georgia Tech’s proud tradition,” Cross stated.

Player Legacy

Cross’s coaching legacy includes a notable record of many players advancing to professional basketball. He has been instrumental in helping 19 players sign professional contracts, including the first UTA player to be selected in the NBA Draft’s second round.

Upcoming Events

A press conference is scheduled for Monday, March 23, at McCamish Pavilion. Fans can tune in live via the ACC Network Extra and Georgia Tech athletics’ official YouTube channel.

Additional Notes

• Personal Background:
  • Hometown: Garland, Texas
  • Alma Mater: Texas-Arlington (Graduated in 1998 with a 4.0 GPA)
  • Family: Wife Jennifer, and three sons, Austin, Cody, and Tyler

Scott Cross’s leadership is expected to propel Georgia Tech Men’s Basketball into a successful new era.