Shannon O'Brien, head coach of Lipscomb University's women's golf team, will resign at the end of the 2025-26 season to relocate to Starkville, Mississippi. O鈥橞rien has significantly impacted the program since taking over in 2022, guiding the team to its first ASUN Conference Championship and NCAA Regional appearance. Her tenure has seen a rise in both competitive success and academic performance for the Bisons, establishing the program as a national contender. Director of Athletics Philip Hutcheson praised her transformative leadership and announced a search for her successor is underway.

By the Numbers
  • First ASUN Conference Championship and NCAA Regional appearance in 2022-23.
  • Coached Lauren Thompson to back-to-back ASUN Individual titles.
State of Play
  • The team ranked among the nation's top programs academically.
  • Commitment to maintaining competitive excellence while developing student-athletes holistically.
What's Next

Lipscomb will commence a national search for O'Brien's successor to ensure the program maintains its momentum. The Bisons look to honor O鈥橞rien's contributions during the upcoming season as they pursue another championship run.

Bottom Line

Shannon O'Brien's departure marks the end of a transformative era for Lipscomb women's golf, but her legacy of success and student-athlete development sets a high standard for future leadership.