Rising Stars Spotlights: LaKaitlin Wright & Morgan Meerstein
LaKaitlin Wright
LaKaitlin Wright embodies a heartfelt dedication to advancing women in sports, a commitment evident in her remarkable achievements and unwavering pursuit of excellence. Taking on the role of Director of Recruiting for Memphis Women's Basketball in May 2023, she infuses her responsibilities with warmth, forging meaningful connections with recruits and seamlessly integrating them into the program. Recognizing the pivotal role of a strong team in achieving success, she prioritizes talent acquisition and nurturing, genuinely admiring the athletes' skills and potential.
Before her current position, Wright earned her Master's degree in Athletic Leadership in May 2023, a testament to her academic and professional journey. Her time as a graduate assistant with Clemson Women's Basketball deepened her understanding of the sport and polished her leadership abilities, instilling in her a profound appreciation for mentorship and athlete development.
Throughout her undergraduate studies at Towson University, Wright excelled both academically, earning a Bachelor of Science in Gerontology in May 2021, and athletically as a two-year varsity letter winner. Actively involved in diversity and inclusion initiatives within her athletics community, she sharpened her skills. At Mercer University, where she achieved two varsity letter-winning seasons, she further honed her communication and leadership proficiencies, fueling her passion for advocating for women in sports and the well-being of the older generation. Additionally, Wright participated in the WBCA "So You Want to be a Coach" 2021 class, enriching her understanding of sports administration.
With an unwavering dedication to empowering female athletes and leaders, LaKaitlin Wright continues to inspire and lead within the dynamic realm of athletics, radiating kindness and appreciation for the limitless potential of women in sports.
Morgan Meerstein
My name is Morgan Meerstein and I am currently the Women's Basketball Assistant Coach at the University of Dubuque in Dubuque, IA. I played all 4 years of collegiate basketball at UD and graduated in 2021 with a Bachelor's in Sports Marketing & Management, and Human Resource Management. I stayed to be a Graduate Assistant with the Women's Basketball team as I started my graduate degree. After my first year, I got promoted to Assistant Coach and completed my Master's in Management in Organizational Diversity and Inclusion Leadership (DIL) in the spring of 2023. I am originally from Green Bay, WI and love all Wisconsin sports! I did not always know I wanted to be a collegiate coach, but I probably should have since both of my parents are high school coaches and our family is all in on all sports. I attended the WBCA Convention and Final Four games in 2022 and absolutely loved my experience. I love being a part of a community that helps support and shape young women, while also getting to be around the game of basketball every single day!