ARLINGTON - Since
Shereka Wright was named UT Arlington women's basketball head coach on Sept. 4, many ESPN personnel, media, UTA staff, coaches from around the country, etc., have shown their love for Coach Wright coming to UTA.
Take a look at the outpouring of congratulations...
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
