Gerald Fitch was named the men's basketball head coach in September 2022. Coach Fitch served as the men's basketball assistant during the 2021-2022 season.

"I am honored for the opportunity to start my coaching journey in my hometown," said Fitch. "Over the course of my basketball career, I've gained the knowledge, skills, and experiences that will influence student-athletes to have successful lives on and off the court. I look forward to this wonderful journey with CGTC, our students, and the community."

"We're excited to have Coach Fitch lead our men's basketball program," said Cambri Steadman, CGTC's Director of Athletics and Sports Information. "Coach Fitch is the embodiment of what our student-athletes wish to achieve at the four-year and professional level. We are completely confident in his ability to guide this program to new heights, while continuing the winning tradition."

Fitch, a Macon native, was a basketball standout at Westside High School. After high school, Fitch attended the University of Kentucky where he had a successful collegiate career under the leadership of legendary basketball coach, Tubby Smith.

During his time at Kentucky, Fitch was a four-year letter winner and starter. He appeared in 127 games for the Wildcats and scored 1,391 career-points, which ranks 24^th best in Kentucky scoring history. Fitch made 199 three-pointers in his career, fourth best in program history. He also ranks in the top-three of rebounding guards in Kentucky history.

During his senior season, Fitch led the Wildcats in scoring, averaging 16.2 points per game. His 79 made three-point baskets notched the 12^th-best mark in single-season history at Kentucky.

After leaving Kentucky, Fitch played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 2005-2006. He helped the Miami Heat on their quest to win the 2006 NBA Championship prior to being traded to the Houston Rockets before the end of the season.

Fitch played professional basketball overseas from 2006-2019. He assisted in four championships and two runner-up championship titles.

Following his professional career, Fitch served as a graduate assistant with the Mercer University men’s basketball program for two years assisting with the on-court monitoring and development of players, scouting future student-athletes, and providing on- and off-the-court mentorship to players.

Fitch graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. In 2021, he received his Master’s degree in Higher Education and Leadership from Mercer University.

With a heart for giving back, Fitch often speaks at various churches, schools, and non-profit organizations throughout different countries to speak to the youth about the importance of discipline in being a student-athlete and overcoming obstacles.

Fitch also works with K.O.K.O.S., Keeping Our Kids Off The Streets, a non-profit organization whose mission is to mentor and develop children in need.