ELON, N.C., March 13 (UPI) -- Mark Simons, who posted a 69-109 record in 10 seasons as basketball coach at Elon College, has announced his resignation.
The Phoenix finished 12-15 this season after a 68-66 overtime loss to eventual champion UNC-Asheville in the first round of the Big South tournament.
"I truly appreciate my 10 years here and the opportunity afforded me by (Athletic Director) Alan White," Simons said. "I will miss my relationships with the Elon community and especially my relationship with the players."
Simons posted a 47-66 record in the last four seasons after the Phoenix made the jump to Division I.
"Mark Simons is a man of character and quality values who has guided us through some challenging times in our national and conference transitions," White said. "I have nothing but praise for his efforts, attitude, and mentorship."
Simons is married to Duke women's basketball coach Gail Goestenkors. He spent seven years as head coach at Georgia College and St. Andrews before coming to Elon in April of 1993.
Elon will move into the Southern Conference next season.
