What They're Saying About Shereka Wright
9/14/2020 10:15:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Take a look at the outpouring of congratulations...
Congrats @CoachRekeUTA !!
— David Siegel (@DishNSwish) September 5, 2020
So good to see some of these assistants like Shereka, and @doshwoods getting the head coaching jobs they have earned. Paid their dues! https://t.co/dJ2zwn6NWD
Well deserved for a great person, coach and friend. Proud of you Shareka! https://t.co/vu9H1x2MCp
— Nikki Mccray (@NikkiMccray15) September 5, 2020
Another Boilermaker alumna doing great things! Can't wait to see @CoachRekeUTA's success at UTA! Congratulations and well deserved! https://t.co/jj1FYcYFSg
— Sharon Versyp (@CoachVersyp) September 4, 2020
"UTA hit the jackpot! Shereka's character, work ethic, and love for the game is exactly what it takes to run a successful program. She is the perfect combination of competitiveness and compassion. I can't wait to watch her take UTA to new heights!"
- Katrina Merriweather
Wright State Head Women's Basketball Coach
This is so well deserved! Congratulations to @CoachRekeUTA! https://t.co/gO95I5386W
— Coach Kristy Curry (@CoachCurry) September 4, 2020
"Today is a terrific day for our women's basketball program, the entire university and the Arlington community because we have hired a winner who is poised to take us to the next level. Our national search yielded a number of qualified candidates, but Shereka emerged as the best fit for us, and I am elated to officially welcome her and her family to UTA. Shereka's deep Texas roots will make a profound impact on our program, and her resume and success speaks for itself. We're excited for the future of the Lady Mavs."
- Jim Baker
UT Arlington Director of Athletics
This day just keeps getting better and better!! 😊 So incredibly happy for @CoachRekeUTA!!! Can't wait to watch you kill it at the helm of a program 😤 https://t.co/i9pEE2qMhj
— Karyla Middlebrook (@_CoachRy) September 4, 2020
University of Texas Arlington has named Vanderbilt Associate Head Coach Shereka Wright Head Women's Basketball Coach. UTA hit the jackpot with this hire. She will do a fantastic job. @CoachRekeUTA
— Basketball Scoop (@Bballscoop1) September 7, 2020
"UTA made an excellent selection in Shereka Wright to lead their women's basketball program. She is a tremendous teacher, coach and recruiter. Most importantly Shereka is a great person who knows the value family and team work. With her, you get the total package!"
- Carolyn Peck
Head Coach of the 1999 Purdue National Championship team, Current Analyst for ESPN/SEC Network
Congrats shereka!! https://t.co/ol5QACKQvw
— Damitria Buchanan (@CoachD_) September 4, 2020
"The University of Texas Arlington has hired a winner in Shereka Wright! Her love and passion for the student-athlete coupled with a relentless work ethic will continue the upward trajectory of Lady Mav Basketball. This opportunity is so deserving and I know she is thrilled to return to the state of Texas where her basketball journey began."
- Kristy Curry
University of Alabama Head Women's Basketball Coach
So excited about this! UTA is in good hands! https://t.co/FTSYxcGNwX
— Joy (@CoachJoy2u) September 4, 2020
"The University of Texas at Arlington is very fortunate to welcome Shereka Wright as its new women's basketball coach. She has a passion for coaching, a great temperament for relationships and unmatched work ethic. She has a wealth of experience and I look for great things from the Lady Mavs for years to come."
- Ravon Justice
Sam Houston State Head Women's Basketball Coach
Congrats! https://t.co/gQ2j9iuL4L
— A.J. Guyton (@ajguyton) September 4, 2020
Bitter sweet but so proud of my former teammate (player & Coach) & friend!!! You will do great things but I'm still sad to see you go 😊 Live your dream Reke, & show Lennox how a powerful Woman runs things!!! #MavUp https://t.co/pq3renjh7p
— Kelly Komara (@kkomara3) September 4, 2020
"I am thrilled for Shereka and this well-deserved opportunity. She is a rising star on our profession and will not only be a terrific Head Coach, but a great asset to the University and surrounding community. We will miss her at Vanderbilt and be her biggest fans as she embarks on this next chapter."
- Stephanie White
Vanderbilt Head Women's Basketball Coach
Congrats to Shereka Wright, who takes over at UT Arlington, replacing Krista Gerlich, who went to Texas Tech. https://t.co/LSvgAJwKbE
— Mechelle Voepel (@MechelleV) September 4, 2020
Congratulations and best of luck to @CoachRekeUTA! 👏
— Vanderbilt WBB (@VandyWBB) September 4, 2020
We are incredibly thankful for your time on West End. You will be missed! https://t.co/K38bICB9Yw
Congratulations to @PurdueSports Hall of Famer @CoachRekeUTA 🙌🙌🙌#BoilerUp https://t.co/Vg2Ca1S0zw
— Purdue Women's Bball (@PurdueWBB) September 4, 2020
Congrats to my partner in crime, my mentor, and one of my best friends! I'm so proud of you!! You work (and make me work lol) relentlessly! I honestly don't know what I'm gonna do w/o you here, but I promise to grind it out the Shaq & Kobe way! I'm gonna miss you 🥺 Mavs Up!!!!! https://t.co/kYTcltgBl9
— G Redus (@iGREDUS) September 4, 2020
Congrats to @CoachRekeUTA! Having watched her career arc from player to coach to Leader, there is no doubt @UTAMavsWBB has found a great person to continue the program moving forward! #respect and Best Wishes! https://t.co/qSL0Xfufgb
— Ryan Hyatt (@RyanHyattMedia) September 4, 2020
"Shereka is a relationship builder, communicator and brings a winning pedigree as a player and coach. Through her many experiences with some of the top people in our game, Shereka knows how winning looks, acts and talks on and off the court! Congrats to Shereka Wright and the young women at UTA!"
- Debbie Antonelli
College Basketball/WNBA Analyst
Congratulations! Welcome to the @SunBelt https://t.co/gmIgttvpgp
— Terry Fowler (@Tfowl24) September 5, 2020
Congratulations friend!!!! You've talked about this moment for a long time and NOW it's your time. Make us all proud Head Coach 🤩 #BlackGirlMagic 🖤 https://t.co/bzU1QsQdG4
— Erin Grant (@egrant14) September 5, 2020
Congratulations & best wishes! https://t.co/vyP3gNvEly
— Cuonzo Martin (@CuonzoMartin) September 8, 2020
My girl Reke on the 1's and 2's !!! So happy for you @CoachRekeUTA . Great coach, mentor, and friend to me ❤️ https://t.co/UoVXhj6Y6k
— Breezi Hutchen (@breezi_breee) September 9, 2020
YESSSSS THATS MY COACH. whoever plays for UTA is getting a good one 🥺😭🖤 @sherekagirl https://t.co/JRE8eIgIWg
— Noel 💓 (@_autumnnoel24) September 4, 2020
Yaaaasssss Reke Yassssssss! Go be Great‼️ @CoachRekeUTA #NoCeilings https://t.co/PM3J94ktZy
— CoachYo (@YolettMcCuin) September 4, 2020
I'm extremely happy for my friend @CoachRekeUTA on this well deserved opportunity! Congratulations to a great coach but even better person. https://t.co/Iw63DU7Jhn
— Ravon Justice (@CoachJustice10) September 5, 2020
Welcome to the @SunBelt my dear friend! What a great addition to the league. @CoachRekeUTA will continue all the incredible things going for @UTAMavsWBB! #nodoubt #greathire #loveIT👏🏼👏🏼❤️🎉 https://t.co/jb3ocVafKv
— Coach Brooks Williams (@CoachBDW) September 4, 2020
Well this makes me so happy! Incredibly deserving and so proud of my teammate @CoachRekeUTA ! 🙌🏽 https://t.co/LkT4nQFr2K
— Lindsey Hicks (@L_Hicks04) September 4, 2020
Long time coming!! Huge congrats to @CoachRekeUTA 🎉🎉 Reke, thank you for everything!! You are beyond deserving of this and I wish you nothing but more than the best!!! UTA, y'all got a great one!!!! #GoMavs https://t.co/SZcc4HUsFb
— Marqu'es Webb (@mwebb_22) September 4, 2020
Screaming CONGRATULATIONS to @CoachRekeUTA! I am constantly reminded that what God has for you, is for you. Such an amazing person and player. It was an honor to coach you and witness your greatness. Now, your young women will have the fortune of being coached by you. #PROUD pic.twitter.com/66cpnjQA6K
— Katrina Merriweather (@CoachTrina_WSU) September 4, 2020
Congrats Coach @CoachRekeUTA ‼️‼️‼️‼️ https://t.co/ue9DpT2JOi
— Keary Colbert (@kearycolbert) September 5, 2020
I am very excited to have Coach Wright leading the Lady Mavericks. This basketball team has built a strong foundation for future success both on and off the court especially in competition and academics, and I am confident that they'll achieve great outcomes. #MavUp https://t.co/NObxAJ6wwv
— Dr. Teik C. Lim (@UTAPrezLim) September 4, 2020
I am very excited to have Coach Wright leading the Lady Mavericks. This basketball team has built a strong foundation for future success both on and off the court especially in competition and academics, and I am confident that they'll achieve great outcomes. #MavUp https://t.co/NObxAJ6wwv
— Dr. Teik C. Lim (@UTAPrezLim) September 4, 2020
BGM 🎉. Congrats @coachrekeuta and welcome to the league! Congrats @UTAMavsWBB ... !!! https://t.co/c0WUdNuB4n
— CoachJaida (@CoachJaida) September 4, 2020
Congratulations @CoachRekeUTA !! So happy for you!! https://t.co/RyAs7eiiEg
— Ariel Massengale (@Aye_Mass05) September 4, 2020
Sunbelt African-American women HC's-@CoachAGHoward @CoachJaida @Coach_Z_Antoine @CoachRekeUTA
— David Saw (@LAWomensHoops) September 4, 2020
Sunbelt as has an African-American male HC@coachgenehill https://t.co/gBPEY1III2
Congratulations @CoachRekeUTA!! This a great hire! Well done @UTAMAVS I am so excited for the players to have Shereka as their leader!!! Good luck!! #MavUp https://t.co/zRBcjRPrep
— Krista Gerlich (@CoachGerlich) September 4, 2020
Congrats @CoachRekeUTA !!! One of the first coaches I learned under. An amazing coach and even better person. Going to do great things at UTA!!! https://t.co/uV0He57fCR
— Scottie Schmidt (@scottieschmidt2) September 4, 2020
🗣🗣🗣CONGRATS @CoachRekeUTA 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 https://t.co/Zeo2UJDiu2
— Doshia Woods (@doshwoods) September 4, 2020
Lesssgggooooo!! Congrats Shereka!! I'm so happy for you! No one is more deserving of this than you! ❤️❤️ https://t.co/IlFeVtpFKT
— Bianca Smith (@BinkyTheGreat) September 4, 2020
Congrats @sherekagirl! Welcome to the @SunBelt ! https://t.co/M4eycJ8OrV
— Anita P. Howard (@CoachAGHoward) September 4, 2020
So proud of you coach Reke !!! @CoachRekeUTA 💜💜💜 @UTAMavsWBB yall got a GOOOOOD one !!! https://t.co/FJpF6ycdne
— Mariella Fasoula (@FasoulaMariella) September 5, 2020
