JT Welch is in his first season as a graduate manager with the Saint Louis University men's basketball program.
Welch joined the Billikens after serving as a varsity assistant coach at Central Catholic High School in Bloomington, Illinois, during the 2025-26 season. He helped Central Catholic to a 20-win season, contributing to scouting, player development, practice execution and offensive coordination. Welch designed and implemented individual skill workouts, including the development of a first-team All-State point guard, and created detailed opponent scouting reports. He also led film sessions, assisted with practice planning and organized camps, shootouts and program events.
Welch played collegiately at Millikin University from 2021-25, where he was a four-year starter and two-year team captain. He finished his career with 1,065 points, ranking 31st in program history, and made 173 3-point field goals. Welch also totaled 200 rebounds, 155 assists and 67 steals during his career. He was a CCIW All-Conference selection and helped lead Millikin to its most wins over a four-year span since 1997-2001.
Welch earned CCIW Second Team All-Conference honors as a junior after averaging 13.3 points per game and leading Millikin in scoring. He also earned multiple CCIW Academic All-Conference and CSC Academic All-District honors during his career.
Welch earned a bachelor's degree in physical education from Millikin in 2025. He is pursuing a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Organizational Leadership at Saint Louis University.
