Newberry College Athletics has named Johnette Walker as the new head coach for the women's basketball team. Walker, a South Carolina native, joins Wolf Nation after a successful tenure as an assistant coach at Francis Marion University, with previous related roles at Chowan University and USC Upstate. She brings an impressive background as a standout student-athlete at Radford University and a professional player in Germany. The appointment is praised for her leadership and impact on student-athletes, with expectations for a positive influence on the program's development.

By the Numbers
  • Francis Marion's combined 40-15 record over the last two seasons
  • Combined 33-5 record in Conference Carolinas for the Patriots over the past two years
State of Play
  • Walker's vision for the program emphasizes excellence on the court, in the classroom, and in the community
  • Praise for her recruiting experience, competitiveness as a coach, and commitment to building relationships with student-athletes
What's Next

Expectations for Walker to empower and motivate players, while operating the program with excellence on and off the court.

Bottom Line

Johnette Walker's appointment as head coach brings a promise of positive impact and excellence for Newberry College's women's basketball program.