Greg Tipps, who spent nine years at the helm of the Loretto boys' basketball program, announced his resignation this week to accept a position as head coach of the women's basketball team at Tennessee Southern. The move marks the end of a high‑school coaching career that produced two TSSAA state championships and a win total that now sits at 493 across stops at Coffee County, Dickson County, Moore County, Stone Memorial and Loretto.
A Legacy of Success
Tipps' tenure at Loretto was defined by dominance. The Mustangs captured state titles in 2018 and 2025, the latter completing an unbeaten season that capped off a four‑year stretch of tournament appearances. His ability to build winning cultures and develop student‑athletes has been cited as a key factor in the program's rise.
A New Chapter at UT Southern
UT Southern, a growing institution with a recent No. 24 ranking in the NAIA women's basketball Top 25, sees in Tipps a fit for its ambitions. Athletic director Brandie Paul highlighted the coach's track record of "building winning programs and developing student‑athletes" as exactly the qualities the university wants to amplify on the court.
Community Reaction
Local observers and alumni alike have expressed enthusiasm about the hire. Many point to Tipps' proven ability to attract talent and sustain competitive play as a boost for a program that is still carving out its identity. With the university's recent emphasis on athletics and academic support, the expectation is that Tipps will continue the upward trajectory that has already placed the school on the national radar.