Brad Korn Hometown: Oswego, Ill. High School: Plano Position: Assistant Coach Birthdate: 08/22/1981 Experience: 6th Year

Updated Oct. 19, 2009

Whether as a player or assistant coach, Brad Korn has contributed as much to the bottom line of Saluki Basketball as anyone.

During his career as a player, the Salukis made three-straight NCAA Tournament appearances and won three MVC championships. Now as an assistant coach, he has three more tourney appearances and championship rings to his credit.

In addition to recruiting, breaking down film and preparing scouting reports, Korn handles a variety of administrative matters and oversees the off-season conditioning program.

"Brad has taken the next step as far as recruiting and day-to-day coaching," Lowery said. "He's made tremendous strides from a GA to a full-time assistant. Now, he's put himself into a position where he'll be a hot commodity down the road."

Success is a good word to define Korn's four-year career at SIU from 1999-2004. At the time he graduated, Korn had the distinction of having been involved in more wins in his career at Southern than any other player in school history (92).

The 6-foot-9, Plano (Ill.) native was often like having a coach on the floor. He was a prolific 3-point shooter, finishing his career with 78 3-pointers.

In 2004, he started for the first time and was named to the MVC's Most Improved team. He improved his scoring average from 3.8 ppg to 9.7 ppg and ranked among the team leaders in free throw shooting. Korn posted a career-high 17 points versus Bradley, Jacksonville State and Wright State in 2003-04.

"Brad has a huge respect level with our players," Lowery said. "They know that he can still get out there and play. They understand he cares about them, but at the same time, he's stern enough to get them to play hard."