At the end of the day, I'm just a hooper. Copyright 2022 KCBD. It'sbittersweet to see her leave UTA but it's nice to see her going back home to her alma mater. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Jeff Walz Head Women's Basketball Coach, Louisville The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. 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 for the Lady Raiders. We played with a great pace, and we attacked them defensively which led to some really great stops early. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. 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. 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.". Bryn wrote God and his timing is a real thing! Gerlich said the bonds are authentic, just like Ferrell's personality. ", Frenship ISD athletic director Kenny Catney announces retirement, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. "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. Division regular season and conference tournament champion 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 "This is a well-deserved position for Coach Gerlich. 2018 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. First published on February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM. 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. Gerlich is married to Bryan Gerlich, who is also a Texas Tech graduate and a former linebacker on Krista is not only a phenomenal coach and motivator, but she is an amazing role model for the young women that she coaches. Krista Gerlich is the current coach. Carla Lowry 1973-1973 (1 seasons) Jody Conradt 19731976 (3 seasons) Cindy Salser 19761979 (3 seasons) 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." Devin Griffin Former UTA player She placed third at the 1989 state track meet in the 1600 meters. On September 18, 2006, Gerlich was named the women's basketball coach at West Texas A&M. Former legendary Canyon girls basketball coach Joe Lombard, who retired in April, got to know Gerlich during her time at West Texas A&M and referred to her as a program builder. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. I think coachings in her blood, always has been, Darden said. Gerlich, who recently wrapped up her seventh season. She loves west Texas and the people that make it so great. Krista Gerlich Had a Pretty Good First 24 Hours. "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. Even back then, Katie Ferrell was a versatile hustler that has made her Texas Tech's "glue" person. It was too late in the year to bring Ferrell or any others from UTA, but Gerlich kept up with her former players. Division regular season champion Her first full season began in October, 2013. "They cared about you more than the sport of basketball. She is a proven winner as a player and has proven herself as a coach. 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. "Within the first week everybody loved her," Gerlich said, "because she's just so funny. Led by a standout fifth-grader, the group was one of the best in the country. "She was the best one on their team. On September 18, 2006, Gerlich was named the women's basketball coach at 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. 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. So perspective, right? We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. Krista Gerlich named Lady Raider head coach; Video: There is nobody better, moment Krista Gerlich introduced as Lady Raider head coach; Krista Gerlichs "Obviously, I'm excited to be here. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The result dented the Tigers' playoff hopes. 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. A lot of people, I think they lose sight of that. 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. Coverage: Follow @cmsilvajr on Twitter for live updates, with postgame analysis at lubbockonline.com. Her daughter, Bryn, is a forward for the Oklahoma State womens basketball team playing in 28 games as a sophomore last season. 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 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. Krista Gerlich had heard about that team from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. 2023 www.lubbockonline.com. I have appreciated our "on court battles" in the Sunbelt Conference and I look forward to her continued success in the Big 12." ", J.T. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. The team earned an automatic bid to the WNIT, marking the sixth postseason tournament appearance and fourth postseason WNIT appearance in program history. 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. 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 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. 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. 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. 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. Ferrell's infectious personality helped. You could tell immediately that she was going to be really good. The committee voted 3-0 that the Tigers used an ineligible player in the game. 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. ", Records: TCU 7-20, 1-15; Texas Tech 17-12, 5-11. 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. 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. "Krista is a great hire for Texas Tech women's basketball. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. 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. She was a 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.. 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 is very passionate and competitive, while still being relatable and understanding toward her athletes! Attend a practice and yes, you'll see coach Krista Gerlichleading the program. 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. 23 ISU, Fourth quarter surge pushes Baylor past Tech, J.T. Krista Gerlich has guided a resurgence for the Lady Mavericks since being named head coach on April 11, 2013. 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. Both her coaching style and ability to build strong relationships within her locker room as well as the community will bode well for her. Rob Breaux Published: August 21, 2020. facebook.com via tech athletics. 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. I'm just happy that it happened. It's no surprise Gerlich pounced when she saw Ferrell's name in the transfer portal. I'm elated she has the opportunity to go back to Lubbock and revive the Lady Raider tradition. Before joining Texas Tech, Gerlich was the UT Arlington Lady Mavericks coach since 2013. Theres some perspective happening right now within our program, Gerlich said. 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. Prior to his appointment, Bryan Gerlich was the athletic director for Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District since 2015. 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." "For me, it's not necessarily like a sad moment," Ferrell said. A year 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. LUBBOCK, Texas Texas Tech Lady Raiders head coach Krista Gerlich said in a post-game conference Wednesday that family members of Freshman player It turns out Ferrell became a Lady Raider, just like Gerlich. The Wednesday matchup against TCU will be a special occasion, but not one for tears. All rights reserved. She is a proven winner as a player and has proven herself as a coach. Throughout the school year she also assisted in the academic progress of the Lady Raider student-athletes. 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 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 will do an outstanding job of cultivating relationships and developing young women. 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. Rebekah VanDijk Former UTA player According to theshorthorn.com, Gerlich was the third-highest female employee at UTA, making $310,000 during the 2019-20 season. When were playing a game, Gerlich said. She is part of the Marsha Sharp legacy and their 1993 championship team. Ill sure be pulling for her, I know that.. I think Texas Tech did a great job.. 23 ISU, Fourth quarter surge pushes Baylor past Tech, "Krista is a great hire for Texas Tech women's basketball. Bryn wrote God and his timing is a real thing!! "I was like, 'Girl, you can work the rest of your life,'" Gerlich said. The longtime Fillies mentor has known the new Lady Raiders coach since high school coaching against Kirklands Spearman teams while Gerlich was playing. So yeah, instant attraction. "He said he was at workouts, I'll have to believe him," Bryan said, cracking a smile. Gerlich was named the head coach of the Lady Mavericks on April 11, 2013. The coach called Ferrell "one of a kind" and a "truth-teller. 2023 www.caller.com. If Krista Gerlich's first 24 hours is any indication of how her tenure will go Lady Raider fans are in for a rocket ascent to greatness. "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. She'll get one more game in front of the Tech faithful, whom she called loyal and supportive. Currently, Krista is single. Gerlich said she was proud the group got to realize the "vision" she laid out there with an NCAA Tournament berth last season. Gerlich will also be the second member of the family to be part of a Big 12 Conference school. "'Let's do this one more time.'". ^ "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. She has made a name for herself as both a player and a coach. 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. 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'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 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. Hisson, Brayden, who competes with the West Texas A&M football team, was unable to attend. 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. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. Tech closes the regular season at No. 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. 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. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Ferrell posted six points, seven rebounds, three steals and two blocks in the near-upset first round matchup. Texas Tech won their final home game of the season 83-79 against TCU. Worked at West Texas A&M University. You're not going to find someone more passionate about the game of basketball and helping her players become great women. I just try to find the spot in a game where I can help the most. She could handle like crazy and could really, really pass it. We want to instill a work ethic, we want our kids to be respectful, we want them to work together as a team. "Her love of the game is why I love the game.". Inducted into the Texas Tech Hall of Fame in 2003, TicketSmarter Official Resale Market of UTA Athletics, NCAA Tournament Record (including Div. COACH SPEAK (HC KRISTA GERLICH): "I thought from the start, we had such a great energy about us. February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM 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. "Obviously, I get be with my family now again. Bryn says she knew Oklahoma State was the right school for her as soon as she stepped on campus. 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). Her time with UTA has come to an end but she has definitely left her mark. The couple has a daughter, Catney, whoseretirement is effective Jan. 1, was the district's first full-time AD, joining FISD in 2015. Gerlich asked for prayers for Wegner and her family. Reviews. That's obviously a big positive.". 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Gerlich took over as Texas Tech's head coach in August 2020. "Coach Gerlich is a winner. I think that's where it kind of gets emotional, but I'm not sad that it's over. She is the head coach of the Texas Tech Lady Raiders basketball team.[5]. "Coach Gerlich is a phenomenal coach and an even better person she has been a mentor a friend and family to me. 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. & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging. 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. & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging. 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. But you'll also see Bryn also passed on a chance to play at UT Arlington, where he mom is the current women's head basketball coach. 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 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. "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." Led by a standout fifth-grader, the group was one of the best in the country. Head Women's Basketball Coach at The University of Texas at Arlington. "Oh, she was a stud," Gerlich said of elementary-school Ferrell. Her consistency on the court matches the individuality "Big Kat" has maintained throughout the journey that brought her to Lubbock for her final season. Snowflakes Thursday, with strong winds returning! Conference tournament champion. Bryn Gerlich transferring to Tech to play for Mom, 17 arrests made in Operation March Madness, Ford seeks patent to repossess cars remotely. "Frenship is a school that has a great reputation for excellence in the classroom, excellence in athletics. 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). so excited to be apart of the cowgirl family! She gets to know her teammates as well. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. "I was forthright about the incident throughout the interview process," Gerlich said. Bryn Gerlich, the daughter of UT-Arlington womens basketball coach Krista Gerlich, has committed to Oklahoma State. In the inaugural season at Reagan, the team posted a 20-5 mark. I love you Coach Gerlich!" She is married to Bryan Gerlich, a Texas Tech graduate and former linebacker for the Red Raider football team from 1987-1992. "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. Conference regular season and conference tournament champion "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. ", "People know that her love is real," Gerlich said, "and it's unconditional.". In 1988, she helped Spearman HS claim the cross country state championship and was a four time all-state selection in cross country. She's not afraid to talk to you. Krista Gerlich is an American college basketball coach. Conference regular season champion She is such a great addition to Texas Tech. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Like high school, Ferrell decided late in the process she would see what's out there. 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. There is no reason that Lady Raider basketball can't do that too, because we've already seen it done. Campers will be run through Division I drills designed to develop skills, vision and competency. "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. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. ", It's not a feeling that goes away, either. "The down and dirty, loose balls, rebounds, whatever it might be. Coach Gerlich is not only an amazing basketball coach, she is an amazing woman. I can't wait to see how she grows the Lady Raider program!".