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
#3
Selam Maher ’26
Economics major
“I choose Smith because of the incredible academic and basketball opportunities that I am able to pursue without having to give something up. Being able to play in front of some of the best fans in a packed gym is another reason Smith stood out.”
#2
Jazmyn Washington ’25
Biology major
“I chose Smith for the opportunity to pursue my athletic and academic ambitions at a high caliber at the same time. Smith provides the chance to continue to play the sport I love at a high level of play while providing the resources to continue to best prepare for my professional aspirations. Smith provides a community unlike any other to build connections and relationships to not only support every student during their time at Smith, but as well as the life they have after.”
#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.”
