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Homegrown Coach Takes Reins of Lady Royals
4 Jun
Summary
- Kaitlyn Lewis returns to her alma mater as head coach.
- Lewis previously served as an assistant coach for three seasons.
- The team achieved a 32-1 record and NCAA runner-up finish last season.
Kaitlyn Lewis has been named the ninth head coach of the University of Scranton women's basketball program, marking a significant homecoming for the coach. Lewis, a 2015 North Pocono High School graduate, previously served as an assistant coach for the Lady Royals from 2019 to 2022, contributing to three Landmark Conference championships and an NCAA Sweet 16 appearance in 2022.
Her return to Scranton follows a period gaining valuable experience at the Division I level, including assistant coaching roles at Lehigh, American University, and Rider University. Lewis, recognized as a WBCA Top Thirty Under 30 honoree, expressed that these experiences have prepared her for her first head coaching position.
The University of Scranton women's basketball team enters this new era after a highly successful 2025-26 season, where they achieved a 32-1 record, secured their 11th consecutive Landmark Conference title, and finished as the NCAA Division III runner-up. Lewis acknowledged the legacy she is inheriting and aims to build upon the established success and culture of the program. She also noted her comfort in recruiting players who fit the program's needs due to her prior involvement.
