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. She will do an outstanding job of cultivating relationships and developing young women. The 14th-seed Lady Mavericks held a lead over Iowa State late in the third quarter before bowing out 78-71. 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. Daughter Bryn Gerlich plays basketball at Texas Tech after transferring from Oklahoma State.[10]. 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. pic.twitter.com/3NMzLrvvA2. 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. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Sports editor Carlos Silva Jr. also contributed to this story. "He said he was at workouts, I'll have to believe him," Bryan said, cracking a smile. Her program. Like high school, Ferrell decided late in the process she would see what's out there. September 2006 - April 2013. 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. Led by a standout fifth-grader, the group was one of the best in the country. Bryn also passed on a chance to play at UT Arlington, where he mom is the current women's head basketball coach. "I was like, 'Girl, you can work the rest of your life,'" Gerlich said. 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. "She was the best one on their team. Krista Gerlich had heard about that team from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Her first full season began in October, 2013. Gerlich asked for prayers for Wegner and her family. 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. 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. 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. "Krista is a great hire for Texas Tech women's basketball. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. On September 18, 2006, Gerlich was named the women's basketball coach at On September 18, 2006, Gerlich was named the women's basketball coach at West Texas A&M. Gerlich is married to Bryan Gerlich, who is also a Texas Tech graduate and a former linebacker on Darden was also on opposite ends of a sideline with Gerlich when she was coaching at Lockney. 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. They want to go to the biggest school, they want the glory, they want the hype and everything. Krista is married to former Red Raider linebacker Bryan Gerlich. The people that make Lady Raider Basketball a family. "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." ^ "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. "I was forthright about the incident throughout the interview process," Gerlich said. ! / CBS Texas. 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. All rights reserved. "Her love of the game is why I love the game.". LUBBOCK, Texas Texas Tech Lady Raiders head coach Krista Gerlich said in a post-game conference Wednesday that family members of Freshman player 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. September 19, 2020 - Present. The coach called Ferrell "one of a kind" and a "truth-teller. I have so much respect for her and am extremely proud of her and what this means for Lubbock. Worked at West Texas A&M University. "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. Krista Gerlich named Lady Raider head coach; Video: There is nobody better, moment Krista Gerlich introduced as Lady Raider head coach; Krista Gerlichs I'm overjoyed to see her back coaching in the Texas Panhandle! I think that's where it kind of gets emotional, but I'm not sad that it's over. Krista did an exceptional job at UTA and will carry all her positive traits back to Lubbock." "Oh, she was a stud," Gerlich said of elementary-school Ferrell. Tech closes the regular season at No. "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. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Conference regular season champion But there's yet another twist. I think coachings in her blood, always has been, Darden said. He was surrounded by familiar faces, including his wife Krista Gerlich head coach of the Texas Tech women's basketball team and daughter Bryn, who plays Rob Breaux Published: August 21, 2020. facebook.com via tech athletics. She is currently in her third season as the Mavericks's head coach. 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. Ferrell is wrapping up her lone run in red and black with her best offensive production of the season. Krista Gerlich is an American college basketball coach. 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. 2023 www.lubbockonline.com. In 2015, Gerlich served a two-game suspension at UTA following an arrest for public intoxication and violation of park hours. 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." 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. In college, Bryan Gerlich lettered from 1988-1991 as a linebacker for Texas Tech. Ill sure be pulling for her, I know that.. A year Copyright 2022 KCBD. [7] She accumulated a program-best 121 wins with the Lady Mavs. Division regular season champion The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. 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. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. "I am excited to announce Krista Gerlich as our next Lady Raider basketball coach," Hocutt said. 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 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. 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). She is the head coach of the Texas Tech Lady Raiders basketball team.[5]. Krista says she's happy to see her daughter following her own path. 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). 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. It turns out Ferrell became a Lady Raider, just like Gerlich. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. I hope that I can come in here and be anasset to this district. "Frenship is a school that has a great reputation for excellence in the classroom, excellence in athletics. 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. "TexasTech is being blessed with THE best and most loyal coach. She could handle like crazy and could really, really pass it. It was too late in the year to bring Ferrell or any others from UTA, but Gerlich kept up with her former players. Gerlich was heavily involved in almost every aspect of the program as she instructed preseason individual workouts, coached the perimeter players, reviewed film and handled game day preparations for the Lady Raiders. Reviews. 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. 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. ", It's not a feeling that goes away, either. 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. She was a The longtime Fillies mentor has known the new Lady Raiders coach since high school coaching against Kirklands Spearman teams while Gerlich was playing. Texas Tech won their final home game of the season 83-79 against TCU. During that time,Grapevine-Colleyville ISD has netted six UIL Top 10 Lone Star Cup finishes, seven Class 5A state championships and several other state and regional appearances. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. In the inaugural season at Reagan, the team posted a 20-5 mark. 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. 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. 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. 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." My mom and I are literally getting to live out our dreams together. She is part of the Marsha Sharp legacy and their 1993 championship team. 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). She was named the Lone Star Conference South Division Coach of the Year in 2007 and 2010. Gerlich took over as Texas Tech's head coach in August 2020. If these pictures dont say it I willIm going to be a Lady Raider. All rights reserved. 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. "Coach Gerlich is built for 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. 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. February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM 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. First published on February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM. I'm just happy that it happened. Bryn says she knew Oklahoma State was the right school for her as soon as she stepped on campus. "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. ", I was forthright about the incident throughout the interview process, Gerlich said of the incident. Snowflakes Thursday, with strong winds returning! Ferrell arrived in West Texas and took to her teammates like old friends. COACH SPEAK (HC KRISTA GERLICH): "I thought from the start, we had such a great energy about us. 2023 www.caller.com. Rebekah VanDijk Former UTA player 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. Chris Ogden Head Men's Basketball Coach, UT-Arlington She also coached 2015 Sun Belt Freshman of the Year Rebekah VanDijk and 2020 Sun Belt Newcomer of the Year Marie Benson. Bryn wrote God and his timing is a real thing! "Obviously, I'm excited to be here. 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). Wenger is from Hersberg, Switzerland, according to the team roster. Frenship finished by winning its final two games to conclude with a 5-5 overall and 2-4 district record under head coach Jay Northcutt. 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. She's averaged 11.7 points over the past three games, chipping in with her usual rebounds and assists. She was a "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. 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. Shes a west Texas girl, so she knows what kind of players and programs we have in west Texas and in the meantime, shes been recruiting the state of Texas, specifically the Dallas area, the metroplex area, so shes got several tie-ins there, Lombard said. 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. Lady Raider fans are more than familiar with Gerlich's long resume as a player at Texas Tech. Then she visited with Gerlich, who was leading the program at Texas-Arlington, where she finally "fit. Emily (Brister) Cooper - Former WTAMU player In the past, Krista has also been known as Krista Cruz-gerlich. And then I thought we settled in in the second quarter and really executed our offense really, really well which allowed us to 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. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Division regular season and conference tournament champion 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). It's no surprise Gerlich pounced when she saw Ferrell's name in the transfer portal. "I couldn't do any of this without There is no reason that Lady Raider basketball can't do that too, because we've already seen it done. WebRelatives & Associates. "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. Currently, Krista is single. Head Women's Basketball Coach at The University of Texas at Arlington. Having experienced success at each stop of her coaching career thus far, Gerlich has spent the last seven seasons at UT-Arlington. "Krista is a great coach and person. She'll get one more game in front of the Tech faithful, whom she called loyal and supportive. , 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. 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.. Krista Gerlich Had a Pretty Good First 24 Hours. Before joining the athletics department, Bryan Gerlich served as an associate principal at Colleyville Heritage High School. Cierra Johnson - Former UTA player April 2013 - Present. She's outgoing. I think Texas Tech did a great job.. "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. 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 was pretty big. From 1994-1997, she was the head girls' coach at Taft High School in San Antonio, Texas. Ketia Daniel, founder of BHM Cleaning Co., is BestReviews cleaning expert. & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging. "I think it's really just a matter of, we're going to be competitive. She was a Postseason invitational champion Please enter valid email address to continue. 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. Coach Gerlich is not only an amazing basketball coach, she is an amazing woman. 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. The committee voted 3-0 that the Tigers used an ineligible player in the game. 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. [9], National champion Inducted into the Texas Tech Hall of Fame in 2003, TicketSmarter Official Resale Market of UTA Athletics, NCAA Tournament Record (including Div. I can't wait to see how she grows the Lady Raider program!". Krista Gerlich is 32 years old today because Krista's birthday is on 12/17/1990. "I don't really know a whole lot about them yet," Bryan Gerlich said when asked about his vision for the Frenship athletic program. The couple has a daughter, Bryn, and a son, Brayden. 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 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. Gerlich made the move to head West Texas A&Ms womens basketball program in 2006 and was there for seven seasons before taking the job at UT-Arlington in 2013 where shes been ever since. I love you Coach Gerlich!" 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. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. I just try to find the spot in a game where I can help the most. So, we appreciate prayers for her and her family, and just the unknown.. "Coach Gerlich is a phenomenal coach and an even better person she has been a mentor a friend and family to me. 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). "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. She is a proven winner as a player and has proven herself as a coach. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. Gerlich entered the college ranks as an assistant at UTSA from 1997-1999. "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. 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. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. "Coach Gerlich is a winner. At the end of the day, I'm just a hooper. Attend a practice and yes, you'll see coach Krista Gerlichleading the program. LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Multiple family members of freshman Lady Raider Lana Wegner were bombed in Ukraine. WebThe Mavericks have had 9 coaches, listed below, in their 42-year history. Previously city included Saint Paul MN. Her time with UTA has come to an end but she has definitely left her mark.