"I couldn't do any of this without my mom," said Bryn. The couple has a daughter, Bryn, and a son, Brayden. A year later, she led Spearman to a cross country state title. Attend a practice and yes, you'll see coach Krista Gerlichleading the program. 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). 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. 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. 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. She is exactly what Lady Raider basketball needs and what young women can look up to for the future. Gerlich followed her position at UTSA by accepting the head coaching job at San Antonio Reagan High School from 1999-2000. A year "Her love of the game is why I love the game.". My mom and I are literally getting to live out our dreams together. There is no reason that Lady Raider basketball can't do that too, because we've already seen it done. The couple has a daughter, "The down and dirty, loose balls, rebounds, whatever it might be. I mean if that isnt the coolest sentence ever.. 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. Erin Grant - Former Lady Raider; Current Assistant Coach, USC 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. KLBK Wednesday AM Weather Update (3/1/23), KAMC and Carpet Tech Celebrating Teachers Sweepstakes, KLBK celebrates 70 years, first TV station in Lubbock, Best smart home devices for older users, according, How to get started on spring cleaning early, according, Worried about your student using ChatGPT for homework? "I am excited to announce Krista Gerlich as our next Lady Raider basketball coach," Hocutt said. COACH SPEAK (HC KRISTA GERLICH): "I thought from the start, we had such a great energy about us. Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. 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. It's no surprise Gerlich pounced when she saw Ferrell's name in the transfer portal. ", "I could tell it was a family atmosphere," Ferrell said. 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. The Wednesday matchup against TCU will be a special occasion, but not one for tears. I love you Coach Gerlich!" Attend a practice across any level of basketball and you'll likely hear the team break down to 'one-two-three FAMILY'. In college, Bryan Gerlich lettered from 1988-1991 as a linebacker for Texas Tech. Krista Gerlich Had a Pretty Good First 24 Hours. Her daughter, Bryn, is a forward for the Oklahoma State womens basketball team playing in 28 games as a sophomore last season. 2023 www.lubbockonline.com. Before joining the athletics department, Bryan Gerlich served as an associate principal at Colleyville Heritage High School. Krista Gerlich is 32 years old today because Krista's birthday is on 12/17/1990. 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 WebThe Mavericks have had 9 coaches, listed below, in their 42-year history. ", "People know that her love is real," Gerlich said, "and it's unconditional.". They want to go to the biggest school, they want the glory, they want the hype and everything. 23 ISU, Fourth quarter surge pushes Baylor past Tech, "Krista is a great hire for Texas Tech women's basketball. ^ "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. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. The team earned an automatic bid to the WNIT, marking the sixth postseason tournament appearance and fourth postseason WNIT appearance in program history. 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.". 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. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Sports editor Carlos Silva Jr. also contributed to this story. "Coach Gerlich is a winner. 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. 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 "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 think Texas Tech did a great job.. 2018 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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 September 2006 - April 2013. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. "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 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]. ! Copyright 2020 KCBD. "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. 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. "They cared about you more than the sport of basketball. Hisson, Brayden, who competes with the West Texas A&M football team, was unable to attend. She I'm excited to see where she takes Texas Tech women's basketball. 2023 www.caller.com. 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. The 14th-seed Lady Mavericks held a lead over Iowa State late in the third quarter before bowing out 78-71. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. She is such a great addition to Texas Tech. I'm excited to see where she takes Texas Tech women's basketball." Ferrell's infectious personality helped. 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). And then I thought we settled in in the second quarter and really executed our offense really, really well which allowed us to Gerlich said she was proud the group got to realize the "vision" she laid out there with an NCAA Tournament berth last season. "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. "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. 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. Krista is married to former Red Raider linebacker Bryan Gerlich. I can't wait to see how she grows the Lady Raider program!". There is no reason that Lady Raider basketball can't do that too, because we've already seen it done. Ferrell is wrapping up her lone run in red and black with her best offensive production of the season. 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. She will miss Tuesday's home game against Seton Hall University and Saturday's game against "Obviously, I get be with my family now again. I think that's where it kind of gets emotional, but I'm not sad that it's over. So yeah, instant attraction. She was pretty big. WebRelatives & Associates. Rob Breaux Published: August 21, 2020. facebook.com via tech athletics. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. 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. "This is a well-deserved position for Coach Gerlich. New Frenship ISD athletic director Bryan Gerlich on the new gig. 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.. At the end of the day, I'm just a hooper, and that's what I do.". It'sbittersweet to see her leave UTA but it's nice to see her going back home to her alma mater. Krista did an exceptional job at UTA and will carry all her positive traits back to Lubbock." Born in Spearman, Texas, Gerlich was a three time all-state selection in basketball while attending Sudan (Texas) High and Spearman High School. 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. "Krista is a great coach and person. She will do an outstanding job of cultivating relationships and developing young women. We played with a great pace, and we attacked them defensively which led to some really great stops early. Gerlich met the 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. / CBS Texas. 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. ", J.T. Krista Gerlich is the current coach. "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." Gerlich entered the college ranks as an assistant at UTSA from 1997-1999. This is just a great opportunity," Gerlich said of being back in the South Plains and Panhandle. I can't wait to bring my team out to support Coach Gerlich and Lady Raider Nation!" 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.