Allison Guth has been appointed Chief of Staff for Northwestern's women's basketball program, returning to a role she previously held as an assistant coach from 2012-2015. Coach Carla Berube praised Guth’s extensive coaching experience, which includes leading Loyola Chicago and Yale, where she achieved notable success. Guth aims to leverage her leadership skills and innovative vision to strengthen the program's strategy and operations, emphasizing the importance of personal connections within the team.

By the Numbers
  • Guth has 21 years of coaching experience.
  • Led Yale to a program-record 19 wins in both the 2017-18 and 2019-20 seasons.
State of Play
  • Guth most recently served as head coach at Loyola Chicago, earning the team its first WNIT berth.
  • Her hiring completes the coaching staff under Berube, aiming to enhance team cohesion and performance.
What's Next

Guth is expected to make immediate contributions to the program through strategic development and fostering relationships among players. Her approach may lead to increased recruitment success and improved team performance in upcoming seasons.

Bottom Line

Allison Guth’s return to Northwestern signals a commitment to building a robust basketball program, combining her leadership with an innovative strategy to foster a positive team environment and enhance performance both on and off the court.