Shaylyn 'Shay' Smith, a native from New Mexico, joins the Georgia Southwestern State University women's basketball coaching staff for the 2026-27 season, marking her first season with the Hurricanes and her first collegiate assistant coaching position. She brings six years of basketball coaching experience, including three years of collegiate experience at New Mexico State University, where she served as a graduate assistant.Â
Before transitioning into coaching, Shaylyn played four years of collegiate basketball, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the game that continue to shape her coaching philosophy. Her background as both a player and a coach provides her with a well-rounded perspective on player development, teamwork, and building a strong basketball culture. Shaylyn's experience working in collegiate player development reflects her commitment to helping student-athletes reach their full potential on and off the court
A proud New Mexico native, Shaylyn earned her bachelor's degree from New Mexico State University. She looks forward to bringing her experience, passion for the game, and commitment to student-athlete development to the Georgia Southwestern State University women's basketball program.
