Vincennes University Welcomes Ingrida Hartsfield as Interim Women’s Basketball Coach

Vincennes University has announced a change in its women's basketball program. Assistant Coach Ingrida Hartsfield will take over as the interim head coach following the retirement of Harry Meeks, the former Coach and Director of Athletics. This change, effective May 8, 2024, marks a new phase for the university's athletics. Hartsfield has been with the Vincennes community as both a player and a coach, and will lead the team in the upcoming season.

Harry Meeks, who served Vincennes University for 33 years, supports Hartsfield's appointment. He believes her deep understanding of the program and her experience will help maintain the team's success. Meeks made this decision with President Johnson, noting Hartsfield's progression from a student-athlete to a coach at VU.

Ingrida Hartsfield has a strong background with Vincennes University, having played for the VU Trailblazers from 2010 to 2012 and earning NJCAA All-American Honors. She holds a degree in Criminal Justice from VU and continued her basketball career at Utah State University. Hartsfield values the mentorship she received from Coach Meeks, which significantly influenced her career.

As the new head coach, Hartsfield is prepared to lead the team, drawing on her experiences as a player and coach at VU. She aims to maintain high performance and morale, focusing on both athletic and academic growth for her players.

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