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.”
#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.”
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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.”
