The NCAA announced on Tuesday that three new administrators have been selected to serve on the Division I Women's Basketball Committee, each receiving a five‑year term that will commence on September 1. The appointments were made public alongside the renewal of Jeff Konya's contract as director of athletics at San Jose State, which was extended by two years.
Sara Elcano joins the committee after serving as deputy athletics director for external operations and advancement at Oregon State, where she also starred as a basketball student‑athlete. Her blend of operational expertise and former player experience brings a unique perspective to the panel.
Annie Fiorvanti, currently the deputy director of athletics and senior woman administrator at UConn, adds a strong administrative background after previously serving on the NCAA Women's Volleyball Rules Committee. Her involvement in rules development is expected to influence the committee's approach to competitive standards.
Sherika Montgomery makes history as the first commissioner of the Big South Conference to earn a seat on the Division I Women's Basketball Committee. With a track record that includes two terms as chair of the NCAA Committee on Women's Athletics and recent service as vice chair of the Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament Selection Committee, Montgomery's appointment underscores the conference's growing influence.
Committee leadership and broader membership
Lynn Holzman, NCAA vice president of women's basketball, praised the new members for their extensive experience and commitment, noting that their diverse backgrounds will enrich the committee's decision‑making. The panel for the 2026‑27 cycle will also be led by Liz Darger, who will serve as chair.
Darger will be joined by eight other established members: Kristen Brown, Vicky Chun, Josh Heird, Marvin Lewis, Jill Redmond, Ashleigh Simmons, and Candice Storey Lee. Together, they will oversee scheduling, tournament selection, and policy recommendations that shape the landscape of Division I women's basketball.
The appointments reflect the NCAA's focus on integrating operational leadership with former student‑athlete insight, a strategy aimed at strengthening the governance of women's basketball at the highest collegiate level.