Berea, KY - Austin Newton has taken on the dual role of Men's Head Golf Coach along with continuing his duties as the Men's Head Basketball Coach.

Coach Newton will be embarking on his third season as the Men's Head Basketball Coach and his first season as the Men's Head Golf Coach, starting this fall. In light of this new challenge, he expressed his dedication to both programs by stating, "While coaching two sports may add a little extra to my plate, I'm a big believer in 'how you do anything, is how you do everything' and promise to give my all to both programs to help these fine young men be successful on and off their respective playing surfaces." Ryan Hess, Director of Athletics, commended Coach Newton's positive impact on the athletic department, "Coach Newton has impacted our athletic department in numerous, positive ways since taking over the men's basketball program.  I'm grateful he has agreed to assume this additional responsibility and anticipate similar excitement and energy surrounding our men's golf program with this appointment."

Reflecting on his personal connection to golf, Coach Newton mentioned, "Some of the greatest friendship & memories of my life have been made on the golf course. I plan to support our players by sharing my 30+ years of experience and knowledge in golf as a player, rules official, and now full-time caddy for my son.  We have a beautiful home course and practice facility in Boones Trace National that provides all the resources necessary for our players to improve & enjoy this great game.  Off the course we will give our players the support needed to be successful in the classroom & ultimately earn a degree from our great institution, all while serving our community."
 

Looking ahead to the upcoming season, Coach Newton outlined the immediate goals for the team, which include recruiting more golfers and utilizing the available resources to enhance competitiveness in the Heartland Conference.