SUNY Potsdam Director of Athletics Mark Misiak has announced the promotion of Michael Busby to Bears interim women’s basketball head coach for the 2026-27 season. “We are confident that Mike’s leadership, dedication, and deep understanding of our program make him the right choice to step into the role of interim head coach” Misiak said. “His commitment to our
SUNY Morrisville hires Cohen as new Women’s Basketball Head Coach
SUNY Morrisville Director of Athletics, Matt Grawrock, announced the appointment of Brittany Cohen as head women’s basketball coach entering the 2026-27 season. “I’m incredibly excited for this hire,” Director of Athletics, Matt Grawrock said. “Brittany comes with a great amount of experience and success in the SUNYAC. She has helped build Potsdam’s program, and I am convinced
Nelson elevated to Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Muhlenberg
After two seasons as an assistant coach and one as associate head coach, Sadie Nelson has been named head coach of Muhlenberg women’s basketball. Nelson succeeds Ron Rohn, the all-time winningest coach in Muhlenberg athletic history, who retired at the conclusion of the 2025-26 season. “I am truly honored to be named the next head coach of
D3 NEWS: Burke named Women’s Basketball Head Coach at Bethany College
Bethany College Director of Athletics Jen Windmiller has announced the appointment of Jonna Burke as the new head coach of the College’s women’s basketball program. Burke brings more than 35 years of coaching experience and a record of sustained success at the high school level throughout Western Pa. Over her distinguished career, she has amassed more than 500 victories
Jess Smith named Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Ithaca
Newly appointed Ithaca College women’s basketball head coach Erin Hughes has selected Jess Smith as her assistant coach heading into the 2026-27 season. Smith starts at Ithaca on June 22. “I am thrilled to welcome Jess Smith to our program! Jess was a phenomenal Division III player and remains passionate about the transformative and holistic student-athlete experience,”
McLeod Promoted to Head Women’s Basketball Coach at D3 Mt. St Mary College
Mount Saint Mary College Director of Athletics Samantha Howe has announced the promotion of Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach Geary McLeod to head women’s basketball coach. McLeod becomes the fifth head coach in program history, succeeding Marion Dietz, who recently accepted an assistant coaching position with St. Bonaventure University. “We are pleased to announce that Assistant Coach Geary McLeod will step
Harvey named Women’s Basketball Head Coach at Lynchburg
The University of Lynchburg athletic department and Director of Athletics Jon Waters are excited to announce the hiring of Christina Harvey as the new head women’s basketball coach. “Coach Harvey really impressed our committee with her passion for excellence and commitment to student success,” said Director of Athletics Jon Waters. Harvey joins Lynchburg after serving as associate head
Vermont State Castleton hires alum Jessica Turner as Head Women’s Basketball Coach
Director of Athletics Tim Barrett announced that Jessica (née Banks) Turner ’09 has been appointed Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Vermont State University Castleton. Turner returns to her alma mater as the 14th head coach in the program’s 45-year history. “We are pleased to welcome Jessica Turner back to Castleton as our next head women’s
UMass assistant Fitzpatrick named Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Tufts
Tufts University Director of Athletics Ryan Pisarri has announced the hiring of Clare Fitzpatrick as the next head coach of the Tufts University women’s basketball program. Fitzpatrick becomes the program’s 10th head coach dating back to 1972. Fitzpatrick arrives at Tufts with a reputation as a dynamic leader, outstanding recruiter, and proven developer of student-athletes. She becomes just the
D3 NEWS: Petersen named Women’s Basketball Head Coach at Lyon College
Lyon College Athletic Director Kevin Jenkins has announced Matt Petersen as the next head coach of Scots women’s basketball. “We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Matt Petersen as the new leader of our Women’s Basketball program. Matt brings an impressive track record of strategic game-planning, player development, and an unwavering commitment to both athletic and academic excellence,”