Monday evening, University of Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle announced Hugh McCutcheon will be taking on a newly created role as the assistant athletics director/sport development coach beginning January 1, 2023.

Earlier this month, McCutcheon shocked the volleyball world with his recent announcement that he will step down as the head coach for the Golden Gophers volleyball team. The announcement left many to wonder what is next for McCutcheon and the program.

“I am excited for Hugh to start this new role in January. His guidance and proven leadership will benefit all of our coaches as we continue to work to provide a holistic and world-class experience for our student athletes,” Coyle said.

In addition to announcing McCutcheon’s new role, Coyle also announced the search committee who will work to find the new head volleyball coach. The following people have been selected for the committee.

Mark Coyle – Director of Athletics
Julie Manning – Deputy AD/SWA
Tricia Budke – Director of HR/Chief of Staff
JT Bruett – Director of Lindahl Academic Center
Stephanie Davis – Associate AD/Event Management
Susan Goldstein – Associate Professor Carlson School of Management
Katie Harms – Living Spaces Specialist, Podcaster & U of M Benefactor
Melissa Maines – General Manager of Women’s Basketball
Tim McCleary – Sr. Associate AD/Business Operations/CFO
Peyton Owens III – St. Associate AD/Leadership & Inclusion

“Hugh has had success at the Olympic and collegiate level coaching both men and women, and I know he will be able to provide additional value to our programs starting in January. In the meantime, we will continue to do everything we can to support Hugh and his team as they finish the season.”