Now in her 18th season with the basketball team, Head Coach Lynn Hersey is well versed in winning. Honored as the 2024 D3hoops.com National Coach of the Year and the 2023 WBCA National Coach of the Year, Hersey has led the Pioneers to over 300 wins, including five consecutive NEWMAC championship titles, during her tenure.
Ally Landau, Hannah Martin ’27, and Jane Loo ’25 were recognized on the NEWMAC Women’s Basketball All-Conference Teams.
Players Spotlight
#24
Ella Sylvester ’26
Statistical & Data Sciences and Psychology major
“I chose Smith because of the inclusive community, open curriculum, and dedicated staff.”
#5
Ally Landau
Graduate Student
“I chose Smith because I wanted to be part of a top Division III basketball program and because I have the opportunity to participate in an amazing teaching program and Project Coach.”
#11
Virginia Johnson ’27
Economics major
“[I chose Smith] because of high level academics, athletics, and the community that is built around them both.”
#1
Uta Nakamura ’27
Economics major
“I chose Smith for the rigorous academics and highly praised school as well as the high caliber program that strives to reach a championship level.”
