A New Chapter for the Bears
Jenna Knudson, a former Arizona assistant coach, has accepted a dual role at Northern Colorado as an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator, bringing a blend of playing experience and administrative acumen to the program.
Her career path includes starring under Becky Burke at Embry‑Riddle, a graduate assistantship at Quincy University, and two separate stints as an assistant at both Quincy and Drury University, where she honed her skills in player development and game preparation.
Northern Colorado’s recent trajectory underscores the opportunity for Knudson to contribute to a program that surged from a 14‑17 record to a 23‑11 finish last season and secured WNIT berths in two of the past three years.
The Bears’ coaching staff now features a seasoned cadre of assistants — Todd Starkey, James Ewing, Julie Hairgrove, Devan Newman and Peyton Klauber — who together create a robust support network aimed at sustaining momentum and elevating recruiting efforts.
In a related development, former Arizona general manager Michelle Marciniak was appointed chief executive officer of the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, a appointment that may reshape the organization’s strategic direction and amplify its influence across the sport.
These parallel moves illustrate a broader trend of veteran talent transitioning into leadership roles, promising fresh perspectives for the Bears as they seek to build on their recent successes and attract top-tier recruits.