Head women's basketball coach Joanna Reitz has named Ivey Slaughter as the new assistant coach for the Wolves. A former standout at Florida State and a professional player in Europe, Slaughter joins from Presbyterian College after also coaching at UNC Asheville. Reitz emphasized Slaughter's extensive playing and coaching experience, which she'll apply as the program transitions to the United Athletic Conference. Slaughter's previous work helped develop four All-Conference athletes, showcasing her impactful coaching ability. She returns to Georgia, leveraging her recruiting connections throughout the Southeast.

By the Numbers
  • Slaughter started 132 of 137 games at Florida State, ranking second and third all-time in those categories.
  • She recorded 21 double-doubles, ranking fourth in career steals (222) and made free throws (372).
State of Play
  • Slaughter's hiring strengthens the coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming season in the United Athletic Conference.
  • She aims to mentor the team's forwards and post players while leveraging her recruiting strengths across the Southeast.
What's Next

Slaughter will begin her role immediately, focusing on player development and establishing recruiting pipelines to bolster the Wolves' competitive edge in their new conference. Her influence could shape the team's performance in the upcoming season significantly.

Bottom Line

Ivey Slaughter's addition is a strategic move for the Wolves, combining her coaching experience and strong player background to enhance the program's growth and competitiveness at a critical juncture.