Potomac State's Larry Kruk named Region 20 Coach of the Year

Kruk led the Catamounts to a successful season in Division II women's basketball

Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:07pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented women's basketball game, with sharp planes of navy, green, and gold representing the dynamic action on the court.A regional coaching award highlights the strength and success of the Potomac State women's basketball program.Keyser Today

Larry Kruk, the head coach of the WVU Potomac State College women's basketball team, has been named the Region 20, Division II Coach of the Year. Kruk guided the Catamounts to a strong season in the 2025-26 campaign.

Why it matters

Kruk's award recognition highlights the success of the Potomac State women's basketball program and the leadership he has provided to develop the team into a regional powerhouse at the Division II level.

The details

Kruk has been the head coach of the Potomac State women's basketball team since 2018. Under his guidance, the Catamounts have consistently been one of the top teams in the Region 20 Division II landscape, making multiple postseason appearances.

  • Kruk was named the Region 20, Division II women's basketball Coach of the Year on April 10, 2026.

The players

Larry Kruk

The head coach of the WVU Potomac State College women's basketball team.

Potomac State College

A public community college located in Keyser, West Virginia, and part of the West Virginia University system.

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The takeaway

Kruk's recognition as the Region 20 Coach of the Year is a testament to his ability to build a successful women's basketball program at the Division II level, and it highlights the growing prominence of the Potomac State Catamounts in the regional landscape.