Chris Ogden Head Men's Basketball Coach, UT-Arlington "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. "Obviously, I get be with my family now again. Gerlich said the bonds are authentic, just like Ferrell's personality. In 1988, she helped Spearman HS claim the cross country state championship and was a four time all-state selection in cross country. All rights reserved. "I think it's really just a matter of, we're going to be competitive. LUBBOCK, Texas Texas Tech Lady Raiders head coach Krista Gerlich said in a post-game conference Wednesday that family members of Freshman player "I was forthright about the incident throughout the interview process," Gerlich said. Snowflakes Thursday, with strong winds returning! 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. Devin Griffin Former UTA player 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). September 2006 - April 2013. 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. I can't wait to see how she grows the Lady Raider program!". According to theshorthorn.com, Gerlich was the third-highest female employee at UTA, making $310,000 during the 2019-20 season. , 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. "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. KLBK Wednesday AM Weather Update (3/1/23), KAMC and Carpet Tech Celebrating Teachers Sweepstakes, KLBK celebrates 70 years, first TV station in Lubbock, Best smart home devices for older users, according, How to get started on spring cleaning early, according, Worried about your student using ChatGPT for homework? So, we appreciate prayers for her and her family, and just the unknown.. ", Records: TCU 7-20, 1-15; Texas Tech 17-12, 5-11. She was a Ferrell is wrapping up her lone run in red and black with her best offensive production of the season. The coach called Ferrell "one of a kind" and a "truth-teller. "For me, it's not necessarily like a sad moment," Ferrell said. In the nonconference season, Gerlich's Lady Mavs tallied the program's first victory over a Power 5 school since 2006 with a 57-53 road win over Tech's Big 12 foe Kansas State. 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). ", "I could tell it was a family atmosphere," Ferrell said. "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. Conference tournament champion. In 2015, Gerlich served a two-game suspension at UTA following an arrest for public intoxication and violation of park hours. She will miss Tuesday's home game against Seton Hall University and Saturday's game against Bryn also passed on a chance to play at UT Arlington, where he mom is the current women's head basketball coach. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. She was pretty big. Krista says she's happy to see her daughter following her own path. 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. 2023 www.caller.com. New Frenship ISD athletic director Bryan Gerlich on the new gig. She is exactly what Lady Raider basketball needs and what young women can look up to for the future. 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." & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging. She is a proven winner as a player and has proven herself as a coach. 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. You're not going to find someone more passionate about the game of basketball and helping her players become great women. At Texas Tech, Katie Ferrell reunited with her former coach Krista Gerlich, whom she met while in elementary school. 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 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. 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 "The fact that people compare me to my mom, that's the highest compliment I could ever receive," said Bryn. I think that's where it kind of gets emotional, but I'm not sad that it's over. Daughter Bryn Gerlich plays basketball at Texas Tech after transferring from Oklahoma State.[10]. 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. From 1994-1997, she was the head girls' coach at Taft High School in San Antonio, Texas. "This is a well-deserved position for Coach Gerlich. First published on February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM. She loves west Texas and the people that make it so great. 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. Ferrell arrived in West Texas and took to her teammates like old friends. 2023 www.lubbockonline.com. Krista Gerlich has guided a resurgence for the Lady Mavericks since being named head coach on April 11, 2013. Darden was also on opposite ends of a sideline with Gerlich when she was coaching at Lockney. 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. Lady Raider fans are more than familiar with Gerlich's long resume as a player at Texas Tech. "The down and dirty, loose balls, rebounds, whatever it might be. The result dented the Tigers' playoff hopes. A year Gerlich said she has cousins stationed at a base there, and that they were hit. And then I thought we settled in in the second quarter and really executed our offense really, really well which allowed us to To learn more about ChatGPT and how we can inspire students, we sat down with BestReviews book expert, Ciera Pasturel. She has also overseen seven WBCA All-Americans, six conference players of the year, 10 All-Sun Belt selections and 17 Lone Star Conference All-Conference selections. 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. Gerlich entered the college ranks as an assistant at UTSA from 1997-1999. 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. She placed third at the 1989 state track meet in the 1600 meters. "Krista is a great coach and person. She could handle like crazy and could really, really pass it. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. "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. Our goal is to teach the game by building a solid foundation for players at all levels. Before joining the athletics department, Bryan Gerlich served as an associate principal at Colleyville Heritage High School. 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. She She is the head coach of the Texas Tech Lady Raiders basketball team.[5]. 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 She gets to know her teammates as well. Coach Gerlich is not only an amazing basketball coach, she is an amazing woman. This is just a great opportunity," Gerlich said of being back in the South Plains and Panhandle. Krista did an exceptional job at UTA and will carry all her positive traits back to Lubbock." Tech closes the regular season at No. & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging. "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. I'm elated she has the opportunity to go back to Lubbock and revive the Lady Raider tradition. Wenger is from Hersberg, Switzerland, according to the team roster. 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. Ill sure be pulling for her, I know that.. It's no surprise Gerlich pounced when she saw Ferrell's name in the transfer portal. The couple has a daughter, 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. 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. 2018 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 23 ISU, Fourth quarter surge pushes Baylor past Tech, "Krista is a great hire for Texas Tech women's basketball. They want to go to the biggest school, they want the glory, they want the hype and everything. I hope that I can come in here and be anasset to this district. All rights reserved. "She was the best one on their team. Her recruitment picked up after winning the Class 6A state championship with Plano in 2018, but she was still unsure if that was the path to take. Currently, Krista is single. Conference regular season champion Attend a practice across any level of basketball and you'll likely hear the team break down to 'one-two-three FAMILY'. We are going to miss having her around but know she will do great things." Bryn Gerlich transferring to Tech to play for Mom, 17 arrests made in Operation March Madness, Ford seeks patent to repossess cars remotely. I have appreciated our "on court battles" in the Sunbelt Conference and I look forward to her continued success in the Big 12." 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. Reviews. Her time with UTA has come to an end but she has definitely left her mark. They cared about your success off the court, who you're going to become later in life.". Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. 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. In the inaugural season at Reagan, the team posted a 20-5 mark. 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." So yeah, instant attraction. Gerlich was named the head coach of the Lady Mavericks on April 11, 2013. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. "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. Before joining Texas Tech, Gerlich was the UT Arlington Lady Mavericks coach since 2013. Her consistency on the court matches the individuality "Big Kat" has maintained throughout the journey that brought her to Lubbock for her final season. WebThe Mavericks have had 9 coaches, listed below, in their 42-year history. 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. She is very passionate and competitive, while still being relatable and understanding toward her athletes! The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. We played with a great pace, and we attacked them defensively which led to some really great stops early. Gerlich said it's rare to find a player with Ferrell's selfless approach. ", "People know that her love is real," Gerlich said, "and it's unconditional.". "I was like, 'Girl, you can work the rest of your life,'" Gerlich said. Both her coaching style and ability to build strong relationships within her locker room as well as the community will bode well for her. [7] She accumulated a program-best 121 wins with the Lady Mavs. WebRelatives & Associates. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. WebKrista Gerlich Basketball Camps provide players and teams with a competitive and educational experience. Texas Tech won their final home game of the season 83-79 against TCU. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Her daughter, Bryn, is a forward for the Oklahoma State womens basketball team playing in 28 games as a sophomore last season. Krista Gerlich had heard about that team from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. I mean if that isnt the coolest sentence ever.. Copyright 2020 KCBD. Coverage: Follow @cmsilvajr on Twitter for live updates, with postgame analysis at lubbockonline.com. 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. Theres some perspective happening right now within our program, Gerlich said. Ketia Daniel, founder of BHM Cleaning Co., is BestReviews cleaning expert. Gerlich took over as Texas Tech's head coach in August 2020. 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). They have a daughter "They cared about you more than the sport of basketball. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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. "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 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. That path includes heading to Stilwater, Oklahoma, instead of Lubbock, Texas, like her mother and her father Brian, who was a linebacker for the Red Raiders. She'll get one more game in front of the Tech faithful, whom she called loyal and supportive. 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. Gerlich will also be the second member of the family to be part of a Big 12 Conference school. "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. I love you Coach Gerlich!" 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. So perspective, right? Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. "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." In college, Bryan Gerlich lettered from 1988-1991 as a linebacker for Texas Tech. Gerlich said she was proud the group got to realize the "vision" she laid out there with an NCAA Tournament berth last season. Texas Tech announced the hiring of Gerlich to lead the Lady Raiders on August 18, 2020,[8] taking over following the scandal of the previous coach Marlene Stollings. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. 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. She ranks third in school history in career assists (553), third in career three-point field goals (220), fourth in three-point field goal percentage (.417) and 13th in career scoring (1,324). We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. 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. Bryn says she knew Oklahoma State was the right school for her as soon as she stepped on campus. 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. I'm excited to see where she takes Texas Tech women's basketball." Led by a standout fifth-grader, the group was one of the best in the country. "Coach Gerlich is built for Texas Tech. "Krista is a great hire for Texas Tech women's basketball. Cierra Johnson - Former UTA player "I am so excited for Coach Gerlich and the opportunity to coach at her alma mater. She is such a great addition to Texas Tech. The people that make Lady Raider Basketball a family. Having experienced success at each stop of her coaching career thus far, Gerlich has spent the last seven seasons at UT-Arlington. More: Frenship ISD athletic director Kenny Catney announces retirement. 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. Rebekah VanDijk Former UTA player The couple has a daughter, Bryn, and a son, Brayden. 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. "Frenship is a school that has a great reputation for excellence in the classroom, excellence in athletics. She coaches with passion, integrity and pride in the programs that she has built. That's obviously a big positive.". That much was certain Friday morning as Gerlich was introduced asthe new Frenship athletic director following a unanimous vote by the Frenship ISD Board of Trustees inside the Casey Administration Building. Her first full season began in October, 2013. Inducted into the Texas Tech Hall of Fame in 2003, TicketSmarter Official Resale Market of UTA Athletics, NCAA Tournament Record (including Div. Krista Gerlich named Lady Raider head coach; Video: There is nobody better, moment Krista Gerlich introduced as Lady Raider head coach; Krista Gerlichs When were playing a game, Gerlich said. 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. COACH SPEAK (HC KRISTA GERLICH): "I thought from the start, we had such a great energy about us. 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.". She had resigned to the fact her playing days could be over. "I am excited to announce Krista Gerlich as our next Lady Raider basketball coach," Hocutt said. / CBS Texas. At the end of the day, I'm just a hooper, and that's what I do.". Hisson, Brayden, who competes with the West Texas A&M football team, was unable to attend. 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. I think coachings in her blood, always has been, Darden said. Division regular season and conference tournament champion It'sbittersweet to see her leave UTA but it's nice to see her going back home to her alma mater. 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. Krista Gerlich is the current coach. Aside from helping guide Tech to the 1993 NCAA title, she racked up three All-Southwest Conference accolades, and was named to the 1993 SWC All-Tournament team, the 1993 West Regional All-Tournament team and the 1993 Final Four All-Tournament team. ", J.T. Krista Gerlich Had a Pretty Good First 24 Hours. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. The team earned an automatic bid to the WNIT, marking the sixth postseason tournament appearance and fourth postseason WNIT appearance in program history. I can't wait to bring my team out to support Coach Gerlich and Lady Raider Nation!" According to a statement sent by Frenship ISD, Catney "oversaw the expansion of the athletic program through facility improvements and the creation of new student opportunities, including the first Frenship High Schoolwrestling team.". 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. Gerlich will take the head coaching role previously filled by Marlene Stollings, who was fired on Aug. 6 after a USA Today story detailing allegations of abuse towards players.