A Fresh Coaching Chapter
Katie Ziegert will assume the role of head coach for Centerville High School’s girls basketball squad starting with the 2026‑27 season, bringing a track record of leadership from the school’s lacrosse program.
Ziegert spent the last four years at the helm of the Elks’ girls lacrosse team, guiding them to a historic regional semifinal appearance in 2026 and earning two GWOC Coach of the Year honors.
A native of Rochester, New York, she played collegiately at Penn State before returning to Ohio to begin her coaching career, a background that gives her a unique perspective on player development.
Her offensive philosophy centers on an uptempo style, incorporating a shot‑clock‑driven practice regimen designed to sharpen decision‑making and pace.
She replaces Adam Priefer, whose 22‑year tenure produced 420 career victories and a string of coaching accolades, setting a high bar for the program.
Centerville finished the 2025‑26 season at 12‑10 overall and 6‑8 in GWOC play, and the team last captured the league title in 2022, a milestone Ziegert hopes to rebuild.
Looking Ahead
Community members and players alike anticipate that Ziegert’s blend of experience and innovative tactics will revitalize the program and restore the Elks to their former competitive stature.