Brandon Cerezola is joining the Valdosta State women's basketball staff as announced by head coach Chandler Merkerson. Cerezola, who has over ten years of coaching experience, previously led Starr鈥檚 Mill High School鈥檚 girls鈥� team to great success, including a 47-11 record and a Region 3-AAAA Championship in the 2025-26 season. His coaching prowess includes a history of developing players for collegiate opportunities and improving programs across various institutions.

By the Numbers
  • Cerezola led Starr鈥檚 Mill to a 47-11 record in two seasons.
  • He averaged 61.6 points per game while allowing only 35.0 points per game in 2025-26.
State of Play
  • Cerezola joins a VSU program looking to capitalize on his successful high school coaching experience.
  • He has developed over 30 athletes who went on to play at the collegiate level, including more than 20 at Division I.
What's Next

Cerezola aims to build on his success at VSU by implementing his proven coaching strategies and developing player talent for future competitiveness in the league.

Bottom Line

With a strong track record and extensive experience, Cerezola's appointment to the VSU women鈥檚 basketball staff promises to enhance the program's future prospects, aiming for greater achievements on and off the court.