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DeLand Today
By the People, for the People
Stetson Introduces New Women's Basketball Coach
Melissa DeVore takes over the Hatters program after a successful stint at UCF.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:21am
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The new Stetson women's basketball coach brings a fresh perspective to the program, aiming to revitalize the team's fortunes through an innovative, unconventional approach.DeLand TodayStetson University has officially announced the hiring of Melissa DeVore as the new head coach of the women's basketball team. DeVore, who previously served as an assistant coach at UCF, is taking over the Hatters program after a successful four-year stint with the Knights.
Why it matters
The Stetson women's basketball team has struggled in recent seasons, finishing below .500 in the Atlantic Sun Conference. DeVore's hiring represents an opportunity to revitalize the program and build on the school's rich basketball tradition.
The details
DeVore, who spent the last four years as an assistant coach at UCF, was formally introduced as Stetson's new head coach at a press conference on campus. She inherits a Hatters squad that went 12-18 overall and 7-11 in conference play last season.
- DeVore was hired as Stetson's new women's basketball coach on April 15, 2026.
- She spent the previous four seasons as an assistant coach at UCF.
The players
Melissa DeVore
The new head coach of the Stetson women's basketball team, who previously served as an assistant coach at UCF.
UCF Knights
The college basketball program where DeVore worked as an assistant coach before taking the Stetson job.
What they’re saying
“Honestly, I've been here for four days. I have never been in one place where people are so nice, so friendly, so welcoming, just really encouraging and has made my transition easier.”
— Melissa DeVore, Head Coach, Stetson Women's Basketball
The takeaway
DeVore's hiring represents a fresh start for the Stetson women's basketball program, as the school looks to build on its rich basketball tradition and return to prominence in the Atlantic Sun Conference.
