St Mary Of The Woods Women's Basketball
St Mary of the Woods Women's Basketball is a collegiate basketball team that represents St Mary of the Woods College located in West Terre Haute, Indiana. The team competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Division II in the River States Conference. The team has a long history of success and has produced several notable players over the years.
History of St Mary Of The Woods Women's Basketball
The St Mary of the Woods Women's Basketball team was first established in 1972 under the guidance of Coach Marty Fletcher. The team quickly found success, posting a winning record in their very first season. Over the years, the team has continued to grow and develop, becoming one of the most successful women's basketball programs in the NAIA.
Throughout the team's history, they have won several conference titles and have made numerous appearances in the NAIA National Tournament. In recent years, the team has continued to excel, finishing with a winning record in each of the past five seasons.
Notable Players
St Mary of the Woods Women's Basketball has produced several notable players over the years. One of the most notable players in the team's history is Shonda Long, who played for the team from 1992-1996. Long was a three-time All-American and is the program's all-time leading scorer with 2,863 career points.
Other notable players include Kelsey Tietje, who holds the program record for rebounds with 1,416, and Sydni Weisheit, who holds the program record for assists with 641. These players, along with many others, have helped to make St Mary of the Woods Women's Basketball a respected program both regionally and nationally.
The Coaching Staff
The St Mary of the Woods Women's Basketball team is currently led by Head Coach Robert Belf. Coach Belf has been with the program since 2016 and has helped to continue the team's success. Belf is a highly respected coach in the NAIA and has been recognized for his outstanding coaching with several awards and honors.
Assisting Coach Belf is a talented coaching staff, including Assistant Coach Rachel Metz, Graduate Assistant Coach Darrien Howard, and Volunteer Assistant Coach Roselea Mitchell. Together, the coaching staff helps to ensure that the team is well-prepared and ready to compete at the highest level.
The Future of St Mary Of The Woods Women's Basketball
The future of St Mary of the Woods Women's Basketball looks bright. With a solid coaching staff and talented players, the team is poised for continued success in the years to come. The team's commitment to excellence both on and off the court has helped to establish them as one of the premier women's basketball programs in the NAIA.
Whether you're a fan of women's basketball or just looking to support a great college program, St Mary of the Woods Women's Basketball is a team worth following. With a winning tradition and a bright future ahead, the team is sure to continue making a name for themselves both locally and nationally.
