AUGUSTA, Ga. – Augusta University head track & field and cross country coach announced the hiring of Bri Tillman as the program's assistant coach for men's and women's track & field and men's and women's cross country.
The hire marks the first full-time assistant coaching position in the history of Augusta University's track & field and cross country programs.
Tillman, a native of Augusta, Georgia, returns home following a decorated competitive career and a long-standing connection to Augusta University. She is a graduate of the Academy of Richmond County, where she emerged as a standout sprinter and multi-event athlete. During her high school career, she was a 400-meter Region Champion, Garden City Champion, and a multi-event state qualifier. She was also recognized for her leadership and service, earning the CSRA All-Star Community Service Award and being named Georgia's Most Positive Track Athlete.
Tillman began her collegiate career at Indiana Tech before transferring to Coastal Carolina University. As a student-athlete, she earned All-America honors three times, won two national championships, and placed on Coastal Carolina's Top 10 list in the indoor 300 meters.
Her connection to Augusta University dates back to her high school years, when she volunteered through the Volunteen Board. She continued her involvement with the university as a VolunJag during her freshman year of college and later returned to Augusta following her undergraduate studies to volunteer with the Jaguars' track & field program.
"I am excited to continue supporting Augusta University's student-athletes and remain committed to uplifting my local community," said Tillman. "This program and this city mean a great deal to me, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to give back."
Tillman will assist with coaching responsibilities across all track & field disciplines and support both the men's and women's cross country programs.
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