From 1994-1997, she was the head girls' coach at Taft High School in San Antonio, Texas. This is just a great opportunity," Gerlich said of being back in the South Plains and Panhandle. ^ "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'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. ", "People know that her love is real," Gerlich said, "and it's unconditional.". It turns out Ferrell became a Lady Raider, just like Gerlich. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. April 2013 - Present. She could handle like crazy and could really, really pass it. 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. 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. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. So perspective, right? Krista says she definitely would've welcomed her daughter playing for the Lady Mavs, but at the end of the day, Bryn just wanted to her daughter, not her player. We want to instill a work ethic, we want our kids to be respectful, we want them to work together as a team. She inherited a 284 Lone Star Champion Lady Buff program that lost in the South Central Region Tournament semifinals, including Lone Star player of the year Emily Brister.[6]. LUBBOCK, Texas Texas Tech Lady Raiders head coach Krista Gerlich said in a post-game conference Wednesday that family members of Freshman player She also coached 2015 Sun Belt Freshman of the Year Rebekah VanDijk and 2020 Sun Belt Newcomer of the Year Marie Benson. "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. They have a daughter 21 was retired by the Lady Raider program on Dec. 5, 1993, making her one of only three former Lady Raiders to have their numbers retired. "Krista is a great coach and person. 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. For fifth-graders, she was one of the biggest ones, but she was the point guard. Worked at West Texas A&M University. She is part of the Marsha Sharp legacy and their 1993 championship team. The Wednesday matchup against TCU will be a special occasion, but not one for tears. At Texas Tech, Katie Ferrell reunited with her former coach Krista Gerlich, whom she met while in elementary school. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. 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. "I am excited to announce Krista Gerlich as our next Lady Raider basketball coach," Hocutt said. The Central game was Frenship's only district win at the time, and after falling to Abilene High in the eighth game of the season, the Tigers'postseason chances were slim. Theres some perspective happening right now within our program, Gerlich said. COACH SPEAK (HC KRISTA GERLICH): "I thought from the start, we had such a great energy about us. More: Frenship ISD athletic director Kenny Catney announces retirement. She'll get one more game in front of the Tech faithful, whom she called loyal and supportive. She coaches with passion, integrity and pride in the programs that she has built. 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 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 played with a great pace, and we attacked them defensively which led to some really great stops early. She was a "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. 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. 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 Cierra Johnson - Former UTA player Campers will be run through Division I drills designed to develop skills, vision and competency. Carla Lowry 1973-1973 (1 seasons) Jody Conradt 19731976 (3 seasons) Cindy Salser 19761979 (3 seasons) "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. LUBBOCK, Texas Krista Gerlich has returned. On September 18, 2006, Gerlich was named the women's basketball coach at "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. Attend a practice and yes, you'll see coach Krista Gerlichleading the program. "Obviously, I get be with my family now again. "This is a well-deserved position for Coach Gerlich. But there's yet another twist. Currently, Krista is single. "Obviously, I'm excited to be here. My mom and I are literally getting to live out our dreams together. Gerlich is married to Bryan Gerlich, who is also a Texas Tech graduate and a former linebacker on Gerlich followed her position at UTSA by accepting the head coaching job at San Antonio Reagan High School from 1999-2000. 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'sbittersweet to see her leave UTA but it's nice to see her going back home to her alma mater. 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. Before joining the athletics department, Bryan Gerlich served as an associate principal at Colleyville Heritage High School. 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. "I am so excited for Coach Gerlich and the opportunity to coach at her alma mater. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. She Krista Gerlich is the current coach. Bryn wrote God and his timing is a real thing! 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). Ferrell posted six points, seven rebounds, three steals and two blocks in the near-upset first round matchup. 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 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 is very passionate and competitive, while still being relatable and understanding toward her athletes! I can't wait to see how she grows the Lady Raider program!". She had resigned to the fact her playing days could be over. 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 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). In the past, Krista has also been known as Krista Cruz-gerlich. 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. "They cared about you more than the sport of basketball. 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. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Krista says she's happy to see her daughter following her own path. 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. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. That's obviously a big positive.". Pound sign (#) denotes interim head coach. Attend a practice across any level of basketball and you'll likely hear the team break down to 'one-two-three FAMILY'. "A lot of those same concepts that all programs want. 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. Ferrell arrived in West Texas and took to her teammates like old friends. Both her coaching style and ability to build strong relationships within her locker room as well as the community will bode well for her. 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. To learn more about ChatGPT and how we can inspire students, we sat down with BestReviews book expert, Ciera Pasturel. [7] She accumulated a program-best 121 wins with the Lady Mavs. I don't care about the glitz and the glamour. , 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. She's outgoing. 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. 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. ", J.T. During her 14-year head coaching career which also includes seven seasons at West Texas A&M, 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. 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. 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. As a Sophomore last season, Gerlich scores 9 points against the Lady Raiders back in February! Gerlich asked for prayers for Wegner and her family. She was a 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. "'Let's do this one more time.'". Before joining Texas Tech, Gerlich was the UT Arlington Lady Mavericks coach since 2013. They want to go to the biggest school, they want the glory, they want the hype and everything. Ferrell is wrapping up her lone run in red and black with her best offensive production of the season. Division regular season and conference tournament champion 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. The couple has a daughter, The committee voted 3-0 that the Tigers used an ineligible player in the game. September 2006 - April 2013. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Erin Grant - Former Lady Raider; Current Assistant Coach, USC The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. They cared about your success off the court, who you're going to become later in life.". Gerlich said she has cousins stationed at a base there, and that they were hit. & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging. Catney, whoseretirement is effective Jan. 1, was the district's first full-time AD, joining FISD in 2015. Even back then, Katie Ferrell was a versatile hustler that has made her Texas Tech's "glue" person. Inducted into the Texas Tech Hall of Fame in 2003, TicketSmarter Official Resale Market of UTA Athletics, NCAA Tournament Record (including Div. When were playing a game, Gerlich said. 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). I mean if that isnt the coolest sentence ever.. "Frenship is a school that has a great reputation for excellence in the classroom, excellence in athletics. "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. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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. Rob Breaux Published: August 21, 2020. facebook.com via tech athletics. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. "She was the best one on their team. "For me, it's not necessarily like a sad moment," Ferrell said. Devin Griffin Former UTA player Krista is married to former Red Raider linebacker Bryan Gerlich. She placed third at the 1989 state track meet in the 1600 meters. You're not going to find someone more passionate about the game of basketball and helping her players become great women. She is exactly what Lady Raider basketball needs and what young women can look up to for the future. 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. February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM "I was forthright about the incident throughout the interview process," Gerlich said. 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. 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 currently in her third season as the Mavericks's head coach. Women's basketball head coach Krista Gerlich has been suspended for two games, the Athletics department announced Tuesday.