Assistant Coach Aaron Ternes has been associated with the Concordia men's basketball team longer than any other current member, player or coach.

 

The 25-year-old Ternes was a member of the Cardinal's team from 2000 through 2005 as a player. Upon completing his graduation, Ternes became a member of the coaching staff under Limback, entering his fifth season for the 2007-08 academic year.

 

His experience as a player and assistant coach under Limback has given Ternes a new perspective on what he hopes to accomplish as a professional. After graduating from Concordia with a Sports Management major and a minor in Business, Ternes found employment with LKM Distributors. Ternes returned to school this fall to pursue his Master's degree from Concordia, knowing that such a move would open the possibility of him becoming a head coach at the collegiate level one day.

 

"I have learned a great deal but the one thing that I think has stuck with me is kowing you have to adjust to so many different situations," Ternes said. "You always have to keep your head, despite so many highs and lows."