Tianni Kelly has been appointed as the ninth head coach of Kennesaw State women's basketball, as announced by Director of Athletics Milton Overton. Kelly joins KSU after two successful seasons as associate head coach at Chattanooga, leading to a championship and postseason appearances. With a decade of coaching experience at the Division II level, she has a strong record in recruiting and player development, including coaching five All-Americans. Kelly expressed gratitude for the opportunity and aims to build a championship culture at KSU.

By the Numbers
  • Kelly's record at the University of Charleston was 85-32 (.726 win percentage), including three NCAA Division II appearances.
  • During her tenure at Chattanooga, the team achieved a 37-26 record, with a 19-9 mark in Southern Conference play.
State of Play
  • Kennesaw State women's basketball is entering its third season in Conference USA.
  • The program has recorded 657 all-time wins and has seen 12 All-Americans throughout its history.
What's Next

An announcement will be made soon regarding an event for Owl Nation to meet Coach Kelly in person, marking the start of her tenure and engagement with fans. Kelly's early initiatives will focus on building team dynamics and reinforcing recruiting efforts.

Bottom Line

Tianni Kelly's hiring signifies a renewed commitment to excellence in Kennesaw State women鈥檚 basketball, aiming for success through strong leadership, proven performance and strategic talent development.