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
#14
Kate Hackney ’28
Undecided major
“I chose Smith for the community and the emphasis on female student-athletes. When I came to Smith on my official visit, I immediately noticed the tight-knit community in athletics and the college as a whole, not to mention the uniqueness of having all athletic programs tailored to female athletes and their needs. It was the type of community of strong independent women that I aspired to be a part of, which is why I am so thankful to be a part of this program and school.”
#11
Virginia Johnson ’27
Economics major
“[I chose Smith] because of high level academics, athletics, and the community that is built around them both.”
#10
Maggie Fleming ’27
Government major
“I chose to continue my education and basketball career at Smith College because they foster strength and greatness in their students. Besides the highly regarded education I will receive at Smith, the basketball program stood out to me because they challenge their players and demand excellence both on and off the court.”
#40
Lena Lipani ’28
Undecided major
“I chose Smith because of the community. From seeing my professors at our games to meeting past and present Smithies all over the country, the Smith community is truly remarkable and something I am so proud to be apart of.”
