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 excited to see where she takes Texas Tech women's basketball." She is the head coach of the Texas Tech Lady Raiders basketball team.[5]. "I couldn't do any of this without Gerlich said it's rare to find a player with Ferrell's selfless approach. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. A lot of people, I think they lose sight of that. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. ", It's not a feeling that goes away, either. pic.twitter.com/3NMzLrvvA2. Prior to his appointment, Bryan Gerlich was the athletic director for Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District since 2015. 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). Shallowater girls basketball coach Chuck Darden is eager to see how Gerlich can re-energize the fan base and build new relationships. WOLFFORTH Bryan Gerlich will be closer to family and in a familiar place. She will miss Tuesday's home game against Seton Hall University and Saturday's game against "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. WebKrista Gerlich Basketball Camps provide players and teams with a competitive and educational experience. ", Records: TCU 7-20, 1-15; Texas Tech 17-12, 5-11. Tech closes the regular season at No. Copyright 2020 KCBD. Ferrell's infectious personality helped. Hocutt said he felt satisfied Gerlich had learned her lesson and has continued to grow as a coach, role model and mentor to her student athletes. Gerlich met the superstar and her family at the airport en route to a basketball tournament where Gerlich's bunch from around Canyon would face the touted Metroplex squad. Krista Gerlich had heard about that team from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. 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. Gerlich is married to Bryan Gerlich, who is also a Texas Tech graduate and a former linebacker on I'm looking forward to working with the staff and getting to know everybody because I think that's going to be my biggest piece to start off with is just to know everybody. She's not afraid to talk to you. ! Her program. "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." Gerlich asked for prayers for Wegner and her family. She was a We are going to miss having her around but know she will do great things." Ferrell is wrapping up her lone run in red and black with her best offensive production of the season. "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. Krista will be a bright star in the Big XII." She wore her hair just like she wears it now. "Within the first week everybody loved her," Gerlich said, "because she's just so funny. Theres some perspective happening right now within our program, Gerlich said. Zenarae Antoine Head Women's Basketball Coach, Texas State It'sbittersweet to see her leave UTA but it's nice to see her going back home to her alma mater. Her time with UTA has come to an end but she has definitely left her mark. Coverage: Follow @cmsilvajr on Twitter for live updates, with postgame analysis at lubbockonline.com. "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. Bryn also passed on a chance to play at UT Arlington, where he mom is the current women's head basketball coach. 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. We know we have the support, and I am looking forward to bringing that positive excitement and authentic love for the program back to my alma mater.". All rights reserved. So perspective, right? Our goal is to teach the game by building a solid foundation for players at all levels. Erin Grant - Former Lady Raider; Current Assistant Coach, USC Texas Tech won their final home game of the season 83-79 against TCU. Head Women's Basketball Coach at The University of Texas at Arlington. In college, Bryan Gerlich lettered from 1988-1991 as a linebacker for Texas Tech. I get to play for the woman who inspired me to pursue my dream in basketball in the gym SHE built while HER jersey is hanging in the rafters. In 1988, she helped Spearman HS claim the cross country state championship and was a four time all-state selection in cross country. 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." There is no reason that Lady Raider basketball can't do that too, because we've already seen it done. 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. Gerlich's success in the head coaching ranks hasn't been exclusive to her time in Arlington, as she led West Texas A&M to stellar 168-53 overall record, four consecutive South Division Lone Star Conference titles and three consecutive Lone Star Conference championships in seven seasons leading the Lady Buffs. Brian Agler Head Coach, Dallas Wings Krista Gerlich is 32 years old today because Krista's birthday is on 12/17/1990. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. At the end of the day, I'm just a hooper, and that's what I do.". Named to the All-Time SWC team and one of the Panhandles Top 100 Athletes of the Century, Gerlich was named an honorable mention All-American in 1993. 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. I just try to find the spot in a game where I can help the most. She is a proven winner as a player and has proven herself as a coach. 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. Then she visited with Gerlich, who was leading the program at Texas-Arlington, where she finally "fit. She also coached 2015 Sun Belt Freshman of the Year Rebekah VanDijk and 2020 Sun Belt Newcomer of the Year Marie Benson. To learn more about ChatGPT and how we can inspire students, we sat down with BestReviews book expert, Ciera Pasturel. I can't wait to bring my team out to support Coach Gerlich and Lady Raider Nation!" "Obviously, I get be with my family now again. 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. so excited to be apart of the cowgirl family! 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.". Gerlich said the bonds are authentic, just like Ferrell's personality. Before joining Texas Tech, Gerlich was the UT Arlington Lady Mavericks coach since 2013. You're not going to find someone more passionate about the game of basketball and helping her players become great women. Darden was also on opposite ends of a sideline with Gerlich when she was coaching at Lockney. On Oct. 13, the UIL state executive committee denied Frenship's appeal of its forfeit of a District 2-6A win over San Angelo Central. Wenger is from Hersberg, Switzerland, according to the team roster. She placed third at the 1989 state track meet in the 1600 meters. Prior to taking her first head coaching position, Gerlich spent three years in Lubbock as an assistant coach under Hall of Fame coach Marsha Sharp at her alma mater. 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. Reviews. September 2006 - April 2013. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. I think Texas Tech did a great job.. 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 base in Ukraine where they were stationed. 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It's no surprise Gerlich pounced when she saw Ferrell's name in the transfer portal. Krista did an exceptional job at UTA and will carry all her positive traits back to Lubbock." Having experienced success at each stop of her coaching career thus far, Gerlich has spent the last seven seasons at UT-Arlington. She coaches with passion, integrity and pride in the programs that she has built. Not only does she do a great job teaching the game and getting the most out of her players, she has a personal stake in Lady Raider Basketball. They have a daughter She was pretty big. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging. 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). When she looks in the stands, she instantly realizes where her inspiration comes from. 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. She is a proven winner as a player and has proven herself as a coach. In the regular season finale at ULM, the Lady Mavs defeated the Warhawks, 74-67, to give Gerlich her 120th victory as UTA head coach and make her the all-time winningest coach in program history The committee voted 3-0 that the Tigers used an ineligible player in the game. 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. II), Rebekah VanDijk (2017, 2018), Cierra Johnson (2019), Marie Benson (2020), 4 Desherra Nwanguma (2014), Rebekah VanDijk (2015, 2016), Cierra Johnson (2017), 2 - Cierra Johnson (2016), Crystal Allen (2018), 7 - Emily Brister (2007, 2008, 2009), Joni Unruh (2010), Jamie Simmons (2010), Devin Griffin (2013), Chontiquah White(2013), Division II Conference Commissioners Association (D2CCA) South Central Player of the Year, Division II Conference Commissioners Association (D2CCA) South Central All-Region, Lone Star Conference All-Conference Selections, 17 - Emily Brister (2007, 2008, 2009), Natalie Wheeler (2007), Courtney Lee (2009), Jamie Simmons (2009, 2010), Joni Unruh (2009, 2010), Megan McLain(2010), Holly Isaacs (2010), Aly Sherman (2011), Ariel Robertson (2011), Kenisha Harris (2012), Devin Griffin (2012), Ashley Leven (2012), Chontiquah White(2013), 5 - Emily Brister (2007, 2008, 2009), Joni Unruh (2009), Jamie Simmons (2010), Lone Star Conference Defensive Player of the Year, 2 - Courtney Lee (2008), Aly Sherman (2011), Lone Star Conference Newcomer of the Year, 2 - Jamie Simmons (2010), Devin Griffin (2012), 11 - Emily Brister (2007, 2008, 2009), Kylee Aleman (2007), Holly Isaacs (2008, 2009, 2010), Jamie Dreiling (2009), Joni Unruh (2009, 2010), Megan McLain (2010), Lone Star Conference Academic Player of the Year, Texas Association of Basketball Coaches (TABC) Coach of the Year, Lone Star Conference South Division Coach of the Year. She is married to Bryan Gerlich, a Texas Tech graduate and former linebacker for the Red Raider football team from 1987-1992. According to theshorthorn.com, Gerlich was the third-highest female employee at UTA, making $310,000 during the 2019-20 season. She will do an outstanding job of cultivating relationships and developing young women. 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. 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. Conference regular season champion Krista Gerlich has guided a resurgence for the Lady Mavericks since being named head coach on April 11, 2013. Chris Ogden Head Men's Basketball Coach, UT-Arlington 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. The couple has a daughter, "'Let's do this one more time.'". She could handle like crazy and could really, really pass it. They cared about your success off the court, who you're going to become later in life.". 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. Daughter Bryn Gerlich plays basketball at Texas Tech after transferring from Oklahoma State.[10]. More: Frenship ISD athletic director Kenny Catney announces retirement. 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. 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. But you'll also see Krista says she's happy to see her daughter following her own path. She is very passionate and competitive, while still being relatable and understanding toward her athletes! 2018 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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). Krista Gerlich is the current coach. Before joining the athletics department, Bryan Gerlich served as an associate principal at Colleyville Heritage High School. , 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. "Coach Gerlich is a winner. "I believe that Texas Tech is a pot of gold for every sport, and that's illustrated by how well each program succeeds on a national level year in and year out. On September 18, 2006, Gerlich was named the women's basketball coach at Pound sign (#) denotes interim head coach. "Obviously, I'm excited to be here. If these pictures dont say it I willIm going to be a Lady Raider. I have appreciated our "on court battles" in the Sunbelt Conference and I look forward to her continued success in the Big 12." 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. She placed third at the 1989 state track meet in the 1600 meters. LUBBOCK, Texas Texas Tech Lady Raiders head coach Krista Gerlich said in a post-game conference Wednesday that family members of Freshman player In the inaugural season at Reagan, the team posted a 20-5 mark. She was a It was too late in the year to bring Ferrell or any others from UTA, but Gerlich kept up with her former players. Like high school, Ferrell decided late in the process she would see what's out there. 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.. Conference regular season and conference tournament champion Bryn says she knew Oklahoma State was the right school for her as soon as she stepped on campus. WebRelatives & Associates. Women's basketball head coach Krista Gerlich has been suspended for two games, the Athletics department announced Tuesday. I think that's where it kind of gets emotional, but I'm not sad that it's over. First published on February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM. "I can't put into words how excited I am to be entrusted with rebuilding the Lady Raider basketball program, which is near and dear to my heart," Gerlich said in a Texas Tech news release. In 2015, Gerlich served a two-game suspension at UTA following an arrest for public intoxication and violation of park hours. The people that make Lady Raider Basketball a family. April 2013 - Present. Ill sure be pulling for her, I know that.. Krista Gerlich Had a Pretty Good First 24 Hours. "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. / CBS Texas. 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. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. The result dented the Tigers' playoff hopes. She has made a name for herself as both a player and a coach. The coach called Ferrell "one of a kind" and a "truth-teller. "I think it's really just a matter of, we're going to be competitive. She had received a contract extension through the 2022-23 season, announced on July 2, 2019, and was scheduled to make a base of $335,000 for the 2020-21 season, per a document obtained by USA TODAY. September 19, 2020 - Present. Catney, whoseretirement is effective Jan. 1, was the district's first full-time AD, joining FISD in 2015. Both her coaching style and ability to build strong relationships within her locker room as well as the community will bode well for her. ", "People know that her love is real," Gerlich said, "and it's unconditional.". Currently, Krista is single. Before returning to coaching with Texas Tech during the 2003-2004 season, Gerlich took some time off to start a family; she spent the 2002-2003 year teaching math at Hereford High School, where her husband, Bryan, was the athletic director and head football coach. 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. All rights reserved. I have so much respect for her and am extremely proud of her and what this means for Lubbock. 2023 www.caller.com. "He said he was at workouts, I'll have to believe him," Bryan said, cracking a smile. I'm just happy that it happened. She'll get one more game in front of the Tech faithful, whom she called loyal and supportive. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Gerlich was named the head coach of the Lady Mavericks on April 11, 2013. The couple has a daughter, Bryn, and a son, Brayden. "I can't put into words how excited I am to be entrusted with rebuilding the Lady Raider basketball program, which is near and dear to my heart," Gerlich said. Bryn wrote God and his timing is a real thing!! ", I was forthright about the incident throughout the interview process, Gerlich said of the incident. WebKrista Gerlich has guided a resurgence for the Lady Mavericks since being named head coach on April 11, 2013. So, we appreciate prayers for her and her family, and just the unknown.. 23 ISU, Fourth quarter surge pushes Baylor past Tech, J.T. This is just a great opportunity," Gerlich said of being back in the South Plains and Panhandle. Rob Breaux Published: August 21, 2020. facebook.com via tech athletics. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. 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. Gerlich is suspended for unintentionally violating a university policy, according to a press release. "This is a well-deserved position for Coach Gerlich. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. Hocutt Tabs Krista Gerlich as Lady Raider Head Coach - Texas Tech Red Raiders Skip To Main Content Texas Tech Red Raiders Main Navigation Menu Tickets "Krista Gerlich is an outstanding hire for Texas Tech and it goes well beyond her impressive paper resume. I'm elated she has the opportunity to go back to Lubbock and revive the Lady Raider tradition. The former Lady Raider ended her final season with UTA on a high note, finishing the pandemic-shortened year with a 21-11 record and 14-4 mark in the Sun Belt Conference standings to place third. I am so happy for you and I know Tech will do amazing things because they have a GOATon their hands. "A lot of those same concepts that all programs want. 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. Lady Raider fans are more than familiar with Gerlich's long resume as a player at Texas Tech. Krista Gerlich had heard about that team from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. 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. In Stollings final season with the program, the Lady Raiders (18-11, 7-11) reached 18 total wins and seven Big 12 Conference victories for the first time in seven seasons while reaching conference action with an undefeated record for the first time in eight seasons. And then I thought we settled in in the second quarter and really executed our offense really, really well which allowed us to We played with a great pace, and we attacked them defensively which led to some really great stops early. Snowflakes Thursday, with strong winds returning! There is no reason that Lady Raider basketball can't do that too, because we've already seen it done. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. So yeah, instant attraction. She was named the Lone Star Conference South Division Coach of the Year in 2007 and 2010. From 1994-1997, she was the head girls' coach at Taft High School in San Antonio, Texas. I love you Coach Gerlich!" 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 WebThe Mavericks have had 9 coaches, listed below, in their 42-year history. Gerlich entered the college ranks as an assistant at UTSA from 1997-1999. Gerlich said she was proud the group got to realize the "vision" she laid out there with an NCAA Tournament berth last season. She had resigned to the fact her playing days could be over. We want to instill a work ethic, we want our kids to be respectful, we want them to work together as a team. The team earned an automatic bid to the WNIT, marking the sixth postseason tournament appearance and fourth postseason WNIT appearance in program history. 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. 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. All rights reserved. It turns out Ferrell became a Lady Raider, just like Gerlich. 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. Led by a standout fifth-grader, the group was one of the best in the country. 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). 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.
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