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 Krista Gerlich is an American college basketball coach. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. Lady Raider fans are more than familiar with Gerlich's long resume as a player at Texas Tech. September 2006 - April 2013. 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. Daughter Bryn Gerlich plays basketball at Texas Tech after transferring from Oklahoma State.[10]. You're not going to find someone more passionate about the game of basketball and helping her players become great women. All rights reserved. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. 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. , 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. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. "Her love of the game is why I love the game.". "Coach Gerlich is built for Texas Tech. 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). She was a My mom and I are literally getting to live out our dreams together. Head Women's Basketball Coach at The University of Texas at Arlington. 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. The couple has a daughter, Bryn, and a son, Brayden. She loves west Texas and the people that make it so great. She is a proven winner as a player and has proven herself as a coach. 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. Division regular season champion She placed third at the 1989 state track meet in the 1600 meters. Ketia Daniel, founder of BHM Cleaning Co., is BestReviews cleaning expert. She was a "I am excited to announce Krista Gerlich as our next Lady Raider basketball coach," Hocutt said. 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]. She is exactly what Lady Raider basketball needs and what young women can look up to for the future. 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. Ill sure be pulling for her, I know that.. 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.". The couple has a daughter, February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM Gerlich is suspended for unintentionally violating a university policy, according to a press release. 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. Krista Gerlich named Lady Raider head coach; Video: There is nobody better, moment Krista Gerlich introduced as Lady Raider head coach; Krista Gerlichs "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." Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. There is no reason that Lady Raider basketball can't do that too, because we've already seen it done. At the end of the day, I'm just a hooper, and that's what I do.". Campers will be run through Division I drills designed to develop skills, vision and competency. "For me, it's not necessarily like a sad moment," Ferrell said. On September 18, 2006, Gerlich was named the women's basketball coach at West Texas A&M. 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. She wore her hair just like she wears it now. Rob Breaux Published: August 21, 2020. facebook.com via tech athletics. 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. "A lot of those same concepts that all programs want. September 19, 2020 - Present. Gerlich said it's rare to find a player with Ferrell's selfless approach. I think coachings in her blood, always has been, Darden said. Texas Tech won their final home game of the season 83-79 against TCU. Reviews. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. 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. This is just a great opportunity," Gerlich said of being back in the South Plains and Panhandle. Even back then, Katie Ferrell was a versatile hustler that has made her Texas Tech's "glue" person. 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. She's not afraid to talk to you. From 1994-1997, she was the head girls' coach at Taft High School in San Antonio, Texas. Gerlich, who recently wrapped up her seventh season. "He said he was at workouts, I'll have to believe him," Bryan said, cracking a smile. 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. Coverage: Follow @cmsilvajr on Twitter for live updates, with postgame analysis at lubbockonline.com. Both her coaching style and ability to build strong relationships within her locker room as well as the community will bode well for her. They want to go to the biggest school, they want the glory, they want the hype and everything. And then I thought we settled in in the second quarter and really executed our offense really, really well which allowed us to Krista did an exceptional job at UTA and will carry all her positive traits back to Lubbock." 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 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. Gerlich met the She is a proven winner as a player and has proven herself as a coach. 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Bryn wrote God and his timing is a real thing! ", "People know that her love is real," Gerlich said, "and it's unconditional.". This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 2018 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Gerlich entered the college ranks as an assistant at UTSA from 1997-1999. I hope that I can come in here and be anasset to this district. Bryn says she knew Oklahoma State was the right school for her as soon as she stepped on campus. "I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. Conference tournament champion. "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 is an outstanding hire for Texas Tech and it goes well beyond her impressive paper resume. The result dented the Tigers' playoff hopes. She will do an outstanding job of cultivating relationships and developing young women. 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 has made a name for herself as both a player and a coach. She is married to Bryan Gerlich, a Texas Tech graduate and former linebacker for the Red Raider football team from 1987-1992. so excited to be apart of the cowgirl family! I mean if that isnt the coolest sentence ever.. 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. 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." "Within the first week everybody loved her," Gerlich said, "because she's just so funny. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Like high school, Ferrell decided late in the process she would see what's out there. 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. She was a 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. ", I was forthright about the incident throughout the interview process, Gerlich said of the incident. A lot of people, I think they lose sight of that. So yeah, instant attraction. Gerlich followed her position at UTSA by accepting the head coaching job at San Antonio Reagan High School from 1999-2000. 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. "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 think Texas Tech did a great job.. First published on February 9, 2018 / 10:00 PM. 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. Gerlich will also be the second member of the family to be part of a Big 12 Conference school. Her daughter, Bryn, is a forward for the Oklahoma State womens basketball team playing in 28 games as a sophomore last season. Attend a practice and yes, you'll see coach Krista Gerlichleading the program. Jeff Walz Head Women's Basketball Coach, Louisville
All rights reserved. So, we appreciate prayers for her and her family, and just the unknown.. I can't wait to bring my team out to support Coach Gerlich and Lady Raider Nation!" "I don't really know a whole lot about them yet," Bryan Gerlich said when asked about his vision for the Frenship athletic program. She is very passionate and competitive, while still being relatable and understanding toward her athletes! ", J.T. 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. 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. Bryn wrote God and his timing is a real thing!! 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. Before joining Texas Tech, Gerlich was the UT Arlington Lady Mavericks coach since 2013. 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. COACH SPEAK (HC KRISTA GERLICH): "I thought from the start, we had such a great energy about us. The longtime Fillies mentor has known the new Lady Raiders coach since high school coaching against Kirklands Spearman teams while Gerlich was playing. 2023 www.lubbockonline.com. 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. ", It's not a feeling that goes away, either. Bryn Gerlich, the daughter of UT-Arlington womens basketball coach Krista Gerlich, has committed to Oklahoma State. Krista is married to former Red Raider linebacker Bryan Gerlich. "This is a well-deserved position for Coach Gerlich. 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. I can't wait to see how she grows the Lady Raider program!". "The fact that people compare me to my mom, that's the highest compliment I could ever receive," said Bryn. Krista Gerlich is 32 years old today because Krista's birthday is on 12/17/1990. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. 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. You could tell immediately that she was going to be really good. Before joining the athletics department, Bryan Gerlich served as an associate principal at Colleyville Heritage High School. Catney, whoseretirement is effective Jan. 1, was the district's first full-time AD, joining FISD in 2015. 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. 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. 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." Ferrell's infectious personality helped. 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. Carla Lowry 1973-1973 (1 seasons) Jody Conradt 19731976 (3 seasons) Cindy Salser 19761979 (3 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. 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. "She was the best one on their team. Throughout the school year she also assisted in the academic progress of the Lady Raider student-athletes. "Coach Gerlich is a winner. 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. When she looks in the stands, she instantly realizes where her inspiration comes from. 23 ISU, Fourth quarter surge pushes Baylor past Tech, J.T. Postseason invitational champion Currently, Krista is single. [7] She accumulated a program-best 121 wins with the Lady Mavs. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. 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. I just try to find the spot in a game where I can help the most. Right now Krista is a Head Women's Basketball Coach at West Texas A&M University. 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. She has already signed to play college ball next season at Oklahoma State. In the inaugural season at Reagan, the team posted a 20-5 mark. Worked at West Texas A&M University. Gerlich asked for prayers for Wegner and her family. She The people that make Lady Raider Basketball a family. "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. Copyright 2022 KCBD. Krista says she's happy to see her daughter following her own path. Having experienced success at each stop of her coaching career thus far, Gerlich has spent the last seven seasons at UT-Arlington. She placed third at the 1989 state track meet in the 1600 meters. 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). 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. She had resigned to the fact her playing days could be over. Her consistency on the court matches the individuality "Big Kat" has maintained throughout the journey that brought her to Lubbock for her final season. I'm excited to see where she takes Texas Tech women's basketball." She also coached 2015 Sun Belt Freshman of the Year Rebekah VanDijk and 2020 Sun Belt Newcomer of the Year Marie Benson. Devin Griffin Former UTA player
Krista Gerlich had heard about that team from the Dallas-Fort Worth area. 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. 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.". In the past, Krista has also been known as Krista Cruz-gerlich. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. "'Let's do this one more time.'". 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 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. 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. Ferrell is wrapping up her lone run in red and black with her best offensive production of the season. Her first full season began in October, 2013. 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. 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. Prior to his appointment, Bryan Gerlich was the athletic director for Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District since 2015. 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 is currently in her third season as the Mavericks's head coach. When were playing a game, Gerlich said. To learn more about ChatGPT and how we can inspire students, we sat down with BestReviews book expert, Ciera Pasturel. Erin Grant - Former Lady Raider; Current Assistant Coach, USC
"The down and dirty, loose balls, rebounds, whatever it might be. Division regular season and conference tournament champion 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. 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. LUBBOCK, Texas Krista Gerlich has returned. ", Records: TCU 7-20, 1-15; Texas Tech 17-12, 5-11. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. The Wednesday matchup against TCU will be a special occasion, but not one for tears. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Bryn Gerlich transferring to Tech to play for Mom, 17 arrests made in Operation March Madness, Ford seeks patent to repossess cars remotely. 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. Conference regular season and conference tournament champion 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. LUBBOCK, Texas Texas Tech Lady Raiders head coach Krista Gerlich said in a post-game conference Wednesday that family members of Freshman player Krista will be a bright star in the Big XII." "I am so excited for Coach Gerlich and the opportunity to coach at her alma mater. In 1988, she helped Spearman HS claim the cross country state championship and was a four time all-state selection in cross country. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Sports editor Carlos Silva Jr. also contributed to this story. pic.twitter.com/3NMzLrvvA2. She's averaged 11.7 points over the past three games, chipping in with her usual rebounds and assists. Ferrell arrived in West Texas and took to her teammates like old friends. 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. WebKrista Gerlich Basketball Camps provide players and teams with a competitive and educational experience. Tech closes the regular season at No. I love you Coach Gerlich!" April 2013 - Present. 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. Led by a standout fifth-grader, the group was one of the best in the country.