Just got this release from Auburn this afternoon:

AUBURN — Brett Hawke, who has served as an assistant swimming coach at Auburn for the past three seasons, has been named co-head coach of the men’s and women’s programs, announced Athletics Director Jay Jacobs Tuesday. Hawke will oversee all day-to-day operations of both programs in consultation with head coach Richard Quick.

Hawke has overseen the men’s program since Quick was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in December 2008, helping lead the team to the 2009 NCAA Championship as well as the Southeastern Conference title.

“I’m really excited for the opportunity to work with Richard and help continue the championship tradition of both men’s and women’s programs here at Auburn,” Hawke said. “Richard has been a great resource of knowledge to me and I’ve learned a tremendous amount from him during the last two years."

The assistant coach for the Brazilian National team at the 2008 Summer Olympics, Hawke coached former Tiger Ceasar Cielo to a gold medal in the 50-meter freestyle, and also recently coached former Auburn swimmer Fred Bousquet to a world record in the same event at the French Nationals.

A 17-time All-American at Auburn from 1997-99, Hawke won nine NCAA individual titles and seven SEC individual titles, while helping the program win its first NCAA team championship in 1997.

A native of Sydney, Australia, Hawke was a two-time Olympian with the Australian national team.