LIU Women's Basketball head coach Baronton Terry has strengthened the coaching staff for the 2026-27 season by adding three new members: Alberto Jemperrie, Eyandra Molina, and Tiara Mitchell. Jemperrie, previously the head coach at the University of Fort Lauderdale, was named NCCAA Coach of the Year this past season. Molina comes from the Dublin School in New Hampshire, with experience in AAU coaching. Mitchell joins after successful stints at W.T. White High School in Texas, where she achieved back-to-back district championships.

By the Numbers
  • Alberto Jemperrie earned NCCAA Coach of the Year honors.
  • Tiara Mitchell led her team to back-to-back district championships at W.T. White High School.
State of Play
  • The new coaching staff aims to enhance LIU’s competitiveness in women’s basketball.
  • All three new coaches bring extensive experience and previous coaching success to LIU.
What's Next

The coaching changes will require integration and adjustment as the staff prepares for the upcoming season. Expect to see new strategies implemented in training and game plans.

Bottom Line

This restructuring of the coaching staff is a strategic move to elevate the program’s performance, aiming for higher achievements in the upcoming season. The combination of talent and experience in the new team should energize the program’s future.