She's outgoing. I was so blessed to have her as my coach at UTA and am so excited to see her do amazing things at Texas Tech." In 2016-17, Gerlich guided UTA to a 22-9 overall record, a second-place finish in the Sun Belt and a berth to the postseason as UTA went to the WNIT and participated in the postseason for the first time since 2009. "Krista is a great hire for Texas Tech women's basketball. This is just a great opportunity," Gerlich said of being back in the South Plains and Panhandle. LUBBOCK, Texas Texas Tech Lady Raiders head coach Krista Gerlich said in a post-game conference Wednesday that family members of Freshman player Lana Wenger were bombed while stationed in Ukraine. Gerlich spent the past seven seasons at UT-Arlington and is the program's all-time winningest coach, racking up 121 of her 289 career wins as a collegiate head coach at the helm of the Lady Mavericks program. Tech closes the regular season at No. "I was forthright about the incident throughout the interview process," Gerlich said. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. Zenarae Antoine Head Women's Basketball Coach, Texas State When she looks in the stands, she instantly realizes where her inspiration comes from. "They cared about you more than the sport of basketball. Her time with UTA has come to an end but she has definitely left her mark. I think that's where it kind of gets emotional, but I'm not sad that it's over. "I am excited to announce Krista Gerlich as our next Lady Raider basketball coach," Hocutt said. "This is a well-deserved position for Coach Gerlich. Bryn says she knew Oklahoma State was the right school for her as soon as she stepped on campus. Ive shared it with my team as an example of a growing experience to acknowledge that we arent all perfect and that everyone makes mistakes.. I'm overjoyed to see her back coaching in the Texas Panhandle! So, we appreciate prayers for her and her family, and just the unknown.. "I couldn't do any of this without Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, New Mexico bill advances to keep guns away from children, 2 hurt, one seriously in MSF crash Friday evening, South Plains family honors daughters memory: Kennedis, Hospice of Lubbock fundraiser Mayors Beans and Cornbread, Biden Administration does not want Lubbock court, Weather for Lubbock and the South Plains, KLBK Friday, Warm weekend, followed by cool down next week. She also coached 2015 Sun Belt Freshman of the Year Rebekah VanDijk and 2020 Sun Belt Newcomer of the Year Marie Benson. "It's just more of something you celebrate, that I've had a career that I've had and met the people that I've had, and I'm so thankful for it. "Although our research shows that the misdemeanor arrest is no longer on her record, she was forthright and transparent with us during the search process," Hocutt said. Shallowater girls basketball coach Chuck Darden is eager to see how Gerlich can re-energize the fan base and build new relationships. Chris Ogden Head Men's Basketball Coach, UT-Arlington From her first season into the second, the Lady Mavs increased their win total by 13 from 4 wins to 17 wins, the second largest turnaround in Division I between the 2013-14 and 2014-15 seasons. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. "Oh, she was a stud," Gerlich said of elementary-school Ferrell. WebGerlich is married to Bryan Gerlich, who is also a Texas Tech graduate and a former linebacker on the Red Raider football team (1987-1992). Krista is not only a phenomenal coach and motivator, but she is an amazing role model for the young women that she coaches. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. First published on February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM. The Wednesday matchup against TCU will be a special occasion, but not one for tears. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. She's averaged 11.7 points over the past three games, chipping in with her usual rebounds and assists. "We had a talented pool of candidates, and after a very competitive hiring process, Gerlich stood out as the best for Frenship," Frenship ISD superintendent Dr. Michelle McCord said in a news release. Rebekah VanDijk Former UTA player Emily (Brister) Cooper - Former WTAMU player She's not afraid to talk to you. She is very passionate and competitive, while still being relatable and understanding toward her athletes! Hisson, Brayden, who competes with the West Texas A&M football team, was unable to attend. Texas Tech is hiring UT-Arlington coach Krista Gerlich, a former star for the Lady Raiders, as its new women's basketball coach, the school confirmed Tuesday. She was a member of the 1987 state championship basketball team at Sudan HS, where her father, Jim Kirkland, was her high school basketball coach. "He is bringing a great deal of experience with him that will help us navigate our continued growth and opening of new campuses over the next few years. She was named the Sun Belt Conference coach of the year in 2019 after leading the Lady Mavs to their first conference regular season crown. Gerlich is married to Bryan Gerlich, who is also a Texas Tech graduate and a former linebacker on the Red Raider football team (1987-1992). At Texas Tech, Katie Ferrell reunited with her former coach Krista Gerlich, whom she met while in elementary school. FILE - Texas-Arlington head coach Krista Gerlich argues a foul called against her team in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Baylor on Friday, Nov. 13, 2015, in Waco, Texas. I mean if that isnt the coolest sentence ever.. [9], National champion I think shes a program builder just because shes going to do things the right way and recruit the right kind of people and put a style of play out there that people will enjoy watching. Gerlich said it's rare to find a player with Ferrell's selfless approach. Having experienced success at each stop of her coaching career thus far, Gerlich has spent the last seven seasons at UT-Arlington. To learn more about ChatGPT and how we can inspire students, we sat down with BestReviews book expert, Ciera Pasturel. Bryn wrote God and his timing is a real thing! LUBBOCK, Texas Texas Tech director of athletics Kirby Hocutt announced Tuesday that former Lady Raider Krista Gerlich has been hired as head coach of the school's women's basketball program. Inducted into the Texas Tech Hall of Fame in 2003, TicketSmarter Official Resale Market of UTA Athletics, NCAA Tournament Record (including Div. LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) Texas Tech announced Tuesday that Krista Gerlich, a former Lady Raiders assistant coach and player who helped the program win its only national championship in 1993, will be the new womens basketball coach. Even back then, Katie Ferrell was a versatile hustler that has made her Texas Tech's "glue" person. Krista Gerlich has guided a resurgence for the Lady Mavericks since being named head coach on April 11, 2013. She'll get one more game in front of the Tech faithful, whom she called loyal and supportive. Gerlich led the Lady Mavs to three 20-win seasons, including a 21-11 overall record with a 14-4 mark in Sun Belt games last season, leading to a third-place finish in the Sun Belt conference race. Bryan Gerlich replaces Kenny Catney, who announced his retirement Oct. 20, a week after the Tigers football team lost its appeal of a forfeited district win. Krista did an exceptional job at UTA and will carry all her positive traits back to Lubbock." ", Frenship ISD athletic director Kenny Catney announces retirement, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Sports editor Carlos Silva Jr. also contributed to this story. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Devin Griffin Former UTA player Like high school, Ferrell decided late in the process she would see what's out there. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. Tech closes the regular season at No. Krista Gerlich is the current coach. Texas Tech won their final home game of the season 83-79 against TCU. Jeff Walz Head Women's Basketball Coach, Louisville pic.twitter.com/3NMzLrvvA2. She Conference tournament champion. She is currently in her third season as the Mavericks's head coach. In 1988, she helped Spearman HS claim the cross country state championship and was a four time all-state selection in cross country. Copyright 2022 KCBD. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. "Krista Gerlich is an outstanding hire for Texas Tech and it goes well beyond her impressive paper resume. so excited to be apart of the cowgirl family! He also served as an assistant principal at Coronado High School and as a varsitylinebacker coach, special teams coach and varsity track assistant at San Antonio's James Madison High School. She could handle like crazy and could really, really pass it. In the past, Krista has also been known as Krista Cruz-gerlich. During the search process, Gerlich brought up her 2015 public intoxication charge in which she served a two-game suspension while coaching at UT-Arlington, according to KAMC Sports Director David Collier. Prior to his appointment, Bryan Gerlich was the athletic director for Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District since 2015. She was pretty big. From her first season to second with the Lady Mavericks, Gerlich had the second-largest Division I turnaround, going from four wins (2013-14) to 17 victories (2014-15). The longtime Fillies mentor has known the new Lady Raiders coach since high school coaching against Kirklands Spearman teams while Gerlich was playing. I don't care about the glitz and the glamour. She is the head coach of the Texas Tech Lady Raiders basketball team.[5]. She was a We are going to miss having her around but know she will do great things." Krista says she's happy to see her daughter following her own path. She is part of the Marsha Sharp legacy and their 1993 championship team. "Her love of the game is why I love the game.". The coach called Ferrell "one of a kind" and a "truth-teller. Both mother and daughter admit, if UTA and Oklahoma State face off during Bryn's college career, they both will do whatever it takes to win. So yeah, instant attraction. It's the type of stat line most often associated with the 6-foot-1 forward a little bit of everything to go with the actions that don't show up in a box score. All rights reserved. "Coach Gerlich has been outstanding as a head coach at both UT-Arlington and West Texas A&M, and her track record as a student-athlete at Texas Tech speaks for itself. The team earned an automatic bid to the WNIT, marking the sixth postseason tournament appearance and fourth postseason WNIT appearance in program history. The result dented the Tigers' playoff hopes. "Obviously, I'm excited to be here. "TexasTech is being blessed with THE best and most loyal coach. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. She stands as the program's all-time winningest coach at UTA, accumulating 121 of her 289 career wins as a collegiate head coach at the helm of the Lady Mav program. All rights reserved. The couple has a daughter, Bryn, and a son, Brayden. After graduating from Texas Tech in 1993 with a degree in exercise and sports science, Gerlich got her first coaching job at Lockney High School as the head girls' basketball coach. According to theshorthorn.com, Gerlich was the third-highest female employee at UTA, making $310,000 during the 2019-20 season. Throughout the school year she also assisted in the academic progress of the Lady Raider student-athletes. She is exactly what Lady Raider basketball needs and what young women can look up to for the future. She is married to Bryan Gerlich, a Texas Tech graduate and former linebacker for the Red Raider football team from 1987-1992. The quickest coach in WTAMU history to reach each of the 100, 125 and 150-win benchmarks, Gerlich led the Lady Buffs to NCAA Tournament appearances in five of her seven years leading the program, including the team's first Elite Eight appearance in 11 years in 2009. Gerlich is suspended for unintentionally violating a university policy, according to a press release. In 2015, Gerlich served a two-game suspension at UTA following an arrest for public intoxication and violation of park hours. We played with a great pace, and we attacked them defensively which led to some really great stops early. Gerlich, who recently wrapped up her seventh season at the helm of the UTA womens basketball program, has accumulated 289 wins as a head coach, including a program-best 121 with the Lady Mavs. "I was like, 'Girl, you can work the rest of your life,'" Gerlich said. Daughter Bryn Gerlich plays basketball at Texas Tech after transferring from Oklahoma State.[10]. She was a & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging. "I think it's really just a matter of, we're going to be competitive. & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging. Coach Gerlich is not only an amazing basketball coach, she is an amazing woman. Gerlich entered the college ranks as an assistant at UTSA from 1997-1999. ^ "Spearman's Krista Kirkland Gerlich Named WTAMU Women's Basketball Coach". High Plains Observer. ^ Detherage, Travis (2013-04-11). "Krista Gerlich hired as women's basketball head coach". The Shorthorn. ", Yet, as a high-school senior, Ferrell didn't know if college basketball was in her future. Gerlich said she was proud the group got to realize the "vision" she laid out there with an NCAA Tournament berth last season. WebKrista Gerlich has guided a resurgence for the Lady Mavericks since being named head coach on April 11, 2013. They want to go to the biggest school, they want the glory, they want the hype and everything. Head coach Krista Gerlich was visibly shaken up at a news conference where she announced cousins of Wegner, who is from Switzerland, were bombed at a military Little did Gerlich know she'd be coaching that same do-it-all player more than a decade later. For fifth-graders, she was one of the biggest ones, but she was the point guard. If these pictures dont say it I willIm going to be a Lady Raider. In the inaugural season at Reagan, the team posted a 20-5 mark. COLLEYVILLE, Texas (CBS11 SPORTS) - With Colleyville Heritage cruising into the girls' state basketball playoffs, Bryn Gerlich is poised to finish her high school career in style. 23 ISU, Fourth quarter surge pushes Baylor past Tech, J.T. I think Texas Tech did a great job.. Krista Gerlich named Lady Raider head coach; Video: There is nobody better, moment Krista Gerlich introduced as Lady Raider head coach; Krista Gerlichs Months after helping the Lady Raiders to a national title in 1993, she began her coaching career at Lockney then joined her former coach Marsha Sharps coaching staff back at Tech 10 years later. Her first full season began in October, 2013. Head Women's Basketball Coach at The University of Texas at Arlington. Among the many standouts that Gerlich coached at UTA was four-time All-Sun Belt selection Cierra Johnson, who was named Sun Belt Co-Player of the Year in 2019 and was a two-time Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year pick (2017, 2019). 2023 www.caller.com. On September 18, 2006, Gerlich was named the women's basketball coach at West Texas A&M. "I've shared it with my team as an example of a growing experience to acknowledge that we aren't all perfect and that everyone makes mistakes." "Krista is a great coach and person. I love you Coach Gerlich!" The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. She wore her hair just like she wears it now. "We spoke with many people, including her athletic director, about the incident and am satisfied she learned from the incident and has continued to grow as a coach, role model and mentor to her student athletes." Bryn wrote God and his timing is a real thing!! Krista Gerlich had heard about that team from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Gerlich followed her position at UTSA by accepting the head coaching job at San Antonio Reagan High School from 1999-2000. Krista says she definitely would've welcomed her daughter playing for the Lady Mavs, but at the end of the day, Bryn just wanted to her daughter, not her player. Gerlich will replace Marlene Stollings, who spent two seasons with the Lady Raiders before she was terminated on Aug. 6, a day after USA TODAY published an article detailing verbal abuse toward players. The committee voted 3-0 that the Tigers used an ineligible player in the game. LUBBOCK, Texas Krista Gerlich has returned. Krista will be a bright star in the Big XII." Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. She has overseen seven WBCA All-Americans, six conference players of the year, 10 All-Sun Belt selections and 17 Lone Star Conference All-Conference selections. She was a Throughout a 14-year head coaching career, which consisted of seven seasons at West Texas A&M in Canyon, Gerlich has racked up two TABC Coach of the Year awards, three conference coach of the year honors, three conference titles, five NCAA Tournament wins and eight 20-win seasons. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. The Central game was Frenship's only district win at the time, and after falling to Abilene High in the eighth game of the season, the Tigers'postseason chances were slim. Both her coaching style and ability to build strong relationships within her locker room as well as the community will bode well for her. Krista is married to former Red Raider linebacker Bryan Gerlich. Daughter Bryn Gerlich plays basketball at Texas Tech after transferring from Oklahoma State. [10] ^ Christy, Pete (2022-11-16). It'sbittersweet to see her leave UTA but it's nice to see her going back home to her alma mater. Bryn's mother, Krista Gerlich, was a star player on the women's basketball team that won the national title in 1993 at Texas Tech. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. She was a September 19, 2020 - Present. There is no reason that Lady Raider basketball can't do that too, because we've already seen it done. A year ", "I could tell it was a family atmosphere," Ferrell said. "I can't wait to get to work on taking this program back to where it's supposed to be, where it has been and where everyone in the Texas Tech community expects it to be. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. "I can't wait to get to work on taking this program back to where it's supposed to be, where it has been and where everyone in the Texas Tech community expects it to be. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. "She was the best one on their team. [7] She accumulated a program-best 121 wins with the Lady Mavs. Rob Breaux Published: August 21, 2020. facebook.com via tech athletics. Division regular season champion You're not going to find someone more passionate about the game of basketball and helping her players become great women. Lady Raider fans are more than familiar with Gerlich's long resume as a player at Texas Tech. The people that make Lady Raider Basketball a family. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Ketia Daniel, founder of BHM Cleaning Co., is BestReviews cleaning expert. I believe that she is the right person to lead our women's basketball team and I am excited to see what she and the Lady Raiders accomplish in the seasons ahead." Erin Grant - Former Lady Raider; Current Assistant Coach, USC It was too late in the year to bring Ferrell or any others from UTA, but Gerlich kept up with her former players. I'm excited to see where she takes Texas Tech women's basketball. And then I thought we settled in in the second quarter and really executed our offense really, really well which allowed us to Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. That's obviously a big positive.". Krista Gerlich is a born and raised West Texan, winning a state championship with Sudan in 1987 with her father, Jim Kirkland, as the coach. On September 18, 2006, Gerlich was named the women's basketball coach at Before joining Texas Tech, Gerlich was the UT Arlington Lady Mavericks coach since 2013. 21 was retired by the Lady Raider program on Dec. 5, 1993, making her one of only three former Lady Raiders to have their numbers retired. , South Plains family honors daughters memory, Biden Admin does not want TX lawsuit in Lubbock, Man guilty sexually abusing girl in Lbk gets 25 years, Lubbock man pleads guilty to sexually assaulting, 2 arrested and charged for fatal dog attack in Anton, LPD arrests 17 people in Operation March Madness, Woman arrested after police chase ends with crash, Woman released from prison by mistake back behind, Recap and pictures: Sunday severe weather coverage, LIFE instead of death: Jury lets Hollis Daniels live, Suspect in custody after LCSO chase on South Loop, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Shes been around it her whole life, so I just think shes a natural at it and I think shell be a great coach at Texas Tech. I'm elated she has the opportunity to go back to Lubbock and revive the Lady Raider tradition. She coaches with passion, integrity and pride in the programs that she has built. "I am excited to announce Krista Gerlich as our next Lady Raider basketball coach," Texas Tech athletic director Kriby Hocutt said in a news release. She helped guide the Lady Raiders to two NCAA tournament appearances, including a 24-8 overall record, a 12-4 Big 12 mark and a spot in the Sweet 16 during the 2004-05 campaign. At the end of the day, I'm just a hooper. Krista Gerlich is 32 years old today because Krista's birthday is on 12/17/1990. April 2013 - Present. ! Please enter valid email address to continue. "Within the first week everybody loved her," Gerlich said, "because she's just so funny. Ferrell arrived in West Texas and took to her teammates like old friends. We want to instill a work ethic, we want our kids to be respectful, we want them to work together as a team. Division regular season and conference tournament champion It's not the glamorous lifestyle of a high-scorer, but it suits Ferrell to a double-T. "I've always been just like more so the glue player of a team," Ferrell said. Gerlich, who recently wrapped up her seventh season. COACH SPEAK (HC KRISTA GERLICH): "I thought from the start, we had such a great energy about us. As a Sophomore last season, Gerlich scores 9 points against the Lady Raiders back in February! She is a proven winner as a player and has proven herself as a coach. "Obviously, I get be with my family now again. Campers will be run through Division I drills designed to develop skills, vision and competency. But there's yet another twist. A lot of people, I think they lose sight of that. "Coach Gerlich is a winner. You could tell immediately that she was going to be really good. ", "People know that her love is real," Gerlich said, "and it's unconditional.". I can't wait to see how she grows the Lady Raider program!". After helping Texas Tech womens basketball team to a national championship in 1993, the former guard was named the Lady Raiders coach Tuesday. Catney, whoseretirement is effective Jan. 1, was the district's first full-time AD, joining FISD in 2015. WebThe Mavericks have had 9 coaches, listed below, in their 42-year history. All rights reserved. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. WebRelatives & Associates. She placed third at the 1989 state track meet in the 1600 meters. Family of Lady Raiders player bombed in Ukraine, 17 arrests made in Operation March Madness, Ford seeks patent to repossess cars remotely, Testimony continues in Felix Alonzo sentencing. Published: Aug. 20, 2020 at 9:09 PM PDT LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Bryn Gerlich announced on Social Media tonight she will be transferring from Oklahoma State to Texas Tech to play for her mom, new Lady Raiders Head Coach Krista Gerlich. Ill sure be pulling for her, I know that.. Right now Krista is a Head Women's Basketball Coach at West Texas A&M University. I just try to find the spot in a game where I can help the most. Bryn also passed on a chance to play at UT Arlington, where he mom is the current women's head basketball coach. He's had 17 years of experience in education, including as an athletic director and football coach at Amarillo's Highland Park ISD, Hereford ISD and Tahoka ISD, Andrews ISD, Lockney ISD. I'm looking forward to meeting the current Lady Raiders, embracing them and their journey, and helping them write a better ending to their careers at Texas Tech, because they deserve it. She placed third at the 1989 state track meet in the 1600 meters. Krista is married to former Red Raider linebacker Bryan Gerlich. Gerlich was named Sun Belt Coach of the Year in 2019, following a successful campaign in which her Lady Mavs tied the program record for single-season wins, and picked up the program's first postseason win as well as UTA's first Sun Belt women's basketball regular season title.