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Jackson State coach Tomekia Reed leaves to take over Charlotte program
University will begin national search to replace 2024 Southwestern Athletic Conference coach of the year
After leading Jackson State University’s women’s basketball program to its third NCAA tournament berth in four years, coach Tomekia Reed is leaving to become coach at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
“The Gold Standard: What a powerful slogan for a university on the rise,” Reed said in the official announcement. “I could not be more thrilled to become a Niner. I am inspired and excited to continue the standard of excellence that is this women’s basketball program.”
Following Reed’s departure, Jackson State announced it will begin a national coaching search to replace one of the most storied coaches in program history.
Since being named coach at Jackson State in 2018, Reed has compiled an overall record of 125-54. Reed, who was named Southwestern Athletic Conference coach of the year for the fourth time in March, has led the Tigers to five consecutive SWAC regular-season titles. Jackson State ended its regular season with an undefeated 18-0 conference record.
During Reed’s tenure, Jackson State has had two players selected in the WNBA draft. In the 2024 draft April 16, Angel Jackson was picked 36th overall by the Las Vegas Aces. In 2022, the Indiana Fever selected Ameshya Williams-Holliday as the 25th overall pick, making her the first woman drafted from a historically Black college and university since 2002.
In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Jackson praised her former coach.
“This lady was the best thing to ever happen to me. The leadership, determination, endless love and support etc. was a life changer,” Jackson tweeted.
“I want to thank Tomekia for what she has done for Jackson State women’s basketball,” vice president and director of athletics Ashley Robinson said in a statement. “The work she did during her time here at Jackson State is unmatched, and we wish her nothing but the best at Charlotte.”