GREENVILLE, Pa. (May 1) -- Thiel College head men's basketball coach Tim Loomis announced his retirement Friday evening following 20 seasons leading the Tomcats' program.

Loomis concludes his tenure as the longest-serving head coach in program history, recording 200 career victories. During his time at Thiel, he led the Tomcats to a Presidents' Athletic Conference (PAC) Championship Game appearance in 2011 and was named PAC Coach of the Year that same season.

"I'm incredibly grateful for my time at Thiel," Loomis said. "This institution, our players and the Greenville community have meant everything to me. It's been an honor to coach here and be a part of so many student-athletes' journeys."

During his time in Greenville, Loomis produced 10 double-digit win seasons as he mentored six All-Region performers, two All-District players, two PAC Players of the Year and 30 All-PAC players.

"On behalf of Thiel College Athletics, I want to thank Coach Loomis for his 20 years of service and commitment to our men's basketball program," Isaac Collins, Director of Athletics, said. "Leading a program for two decades requires dedication and persistence, and we appreciate the time and effort he invested in Thiel College. We wish him the best as he moves into the next chapter of his life."

A national search for Thiel College's next head men's basketball coach will begin immediately.