Georgia Tech Likely to Hire Troy’s Scott Cross, Expert Predicts
Georgia Tech appears close to finalizing its next men’s basketball coach. Multiple industry sources expect the school to select Troy’s Scott Cross for the job.
Coaching search developments
Insiders say the hiring decision could come soon. Several experts predict Georgia Tech is likely to hire Troy’s Scott Cross.
Those familiar with the search described strong support for Cross among coaching circles. The sentiment comes after recent conversations with people around the sport.
Troy’s season and tournament exit
Troy was eliminated in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The Trojans lost that game to Nebraska on Thursday.
The early exit adds urgency to coaching speculation. Observers pointed to the result when assessing Cross’s prospects.
Recent coverage and photography
Georgia Tech played California on March 4, 2026. That game took place at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta.
In the first half, Kowacie Reeves Jr. rose for a shot against Justin Pippen. The image was captured by Hyosub Shin for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Media context
Ken Sugiura of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported on the situation. He is a sports columnist at the paper.
Sugiura previously served as Georgia Tech’s beat reporter. He joined the AJC in 1998 and has covered many sports beats since then.
