The runner up for the WHB Maggie Dixon Rookie Coach of the year was Jamelle Elliot of Cincinnati. While the Bearcats may not have wowed anyone with their final record (12-18), there is something different going on.

“I got accomplished what I wanted to [this season],” Elliott said. “I set the tone and reputation for the program. This season we set the foundation for what is to come and now they know how hard I expect them to work.”