Raul Placeres has stepped down as head men鈥檚 basketball coach at D3 Maryville College to pursue a Division I assistant coaching position with Tobin Anderson's staff at Tennessee. A Maryville alumnus, Placeres has been pivotal in the program's success, leading the Scots to a 121-47 record over six seasons. His tenure included securing six consecutive regular-season titles and reaching the highest program ranking at No. 11 in the 2021-22 season. The college is now searching for its third head coach since 1980 to continue this legacy in the Southern Athletic Association.

By the Numbers
  • 121-47 overall record during Placeres鈥� tenure as head coach.
  • 70-18 conference play record.
State of Play
  • The search for a new head coach is underway, aiming for a quick and competitive process.
  • Maryville transitions to the Southern Athletic Association, seeking to maintain its competitive edge.
What's Next

The incoming coach will be tasked with building on the strong foundation established under Placeres and leading the program into a new era of competition. Expectations will remain high as the community looks to sustain its championship culture.

Bottom Line

Placeres leaves a commendable legacy at Maryville College, characterized by excellence and a winning culture. The next head coach faces the challenge of not only maintaining this legacy but elevating the program to new heights as it enters a new competitive landscape.