Laredo, Texas – Texas A&M International will conduct a national search for its next head women's basketball coach after Nate Vogel announced his resignation Tuesday. Vogel has accepted the head coaching position at Augustana University, an NCAA Division II institution in Sioux Falls, SD, and a place with deep ties to Vogel.

In his five years on the TAMIU sidelines, Vogel compiled a 78-57 record (.580%), including two LSC Tournament appearances (2021-22, 2023-24), a South Division Championship (2019-20), the programs first national ranking (2023-24), and put together the best season in program history (2023-24).

Vogel, a South Dakota native, will return home to coach the Division II powerhouse, Augustana University in Sioux Fall, SD. The Augustana athletic department has won three national championships in the last few years and the women's basketball program has seen success with Final Four and Sweet 16 appearances. They look to continued success with Vogel now at the helm.  

As Nate Vogel departs TAMIU for the familiar terrains of South Dakota and Augustana University, he leaves behind a legacy of transformation and growth at TAMIU. Under his leadership the women's basketball program not only achieved remarkable milestones, but also established a foundation for future success. While TAMIU begins its search for a new head coach to build on Vogel's accomplishments, Vogel steps into a promising role at Augustana, armed with a deep connection to the area and a track record of success. Both institutions look forward to new chapters of achievement and growth, as Vogel's career comes full circle, returning him to his roots with high expectations of continuing his winning tradition at Augustana.