Boston College women's basketball assistant coach Shelby Boyle has been recognized by the Women's Basketball Coaches Association, making the Thirty Under 30 list, an honor bestowed on 31 up-and-coming coaches aged 30 and under across all levels of the game. Boyle, finishing her second year as an assistant, is the sole assistant from the ACC to be acknowledged by the WBCA.

By the Numbers
  • Shelby Boyle finished her second year as an assistant coach for Boston College women's basketball team.
  • Boyle is the only ACC assistant coach honored by the WBCA Thirty Under 30 list.
  • 31 coaches received the honor this year due to a tie in the selection process.
State of Play
  • Shelby Boyle has created a nurturing and empowering culture for the players, leading to significant developments in players like Andrea Daley and Dontavia Waggoner.
  • Waggoner, under Boyle's guidance, became one of the top defensive players in the nation, setting a single-season program record in steals and being named to the ACC All-Defensive Team.
  • Boyle played a pivotal role in the team's achievement of their first top-10 win since 2010.
  • The WBCA Thirty Under 30 program recognizes coaches who engage in community service, mentorship, and professional association involvement.
What's Next

Boyle's recognition by the WBCA is likely to enhance her influence in the women's basketball coaching community, possibly opening up new opportunities for her career advancement.

Bottom Line

Shelby Boyle's honor reflects her significant impact on the Boston College women's basketball team and her potential to continue making strides in the coaching profession.