University of Missouri Women’s Basketball head coach Robin Pingeton announced the addition of Preston Beverly as an assistant coach on Wednesday.
Beverly brings over 15 years of experience to the staff as he joins Missouri following two seasons as the head coach of Evangel where he led the Valor to consecutive appearances in the Heart Tournament Quarterfinals.
During his tenure, Beverly coached five All-Conference players.
“The opportunity to work with Coach Pingeton is priceless,” Beverly said. Her prioritization of Faith, Family and hard work has led to her very long and successful career. I look forward to learning from her and supporting her continued success here at Mizzou”.
Prior to his joining Evangel, Beverly served as the head coach 16U and 14U Nike Girls EYBL Teams in New York. He also served as an assistant coach for the 17U team where he coached four ESPN Top 50 recruits.
Before his stint on the prep circuit, Beverly was in the collegiate coaching ranks as an assistant coach at Hofstra University during the 2019-20 season.
“We are extremely excited for Preston to join our staff,” Pingeton said. “He brings a wealth of experience, a high basketball IQ and a great passion for the sport. We found someone that aligns with the core values of the program and displays a tireless work ethic to develop athletes in all aspects of their life. He will be a tremendous addition to our team.”
From 2015-19, Beverly coached at Richard Bland College of William & Mary while also working as the assistant athletic director. He served as an assistant with the men’s program for three seasons before taking over the head role during the 2018-19 year.
During his time, Beverly coached seven all-region athletes and the Stateman to a final four appearance, two district championships, and a Region X Championship.
He held previous coaching roles at Lincoln College of New England, Nyack College, and Bowdoin College.
While at Lincoln, Beverly built a program that averaged 20 wins per season and compiled a .727 winning percentage. He guided them to their first-ever NJCAA National Tournament and was named District Coach of the Year.
Beverly graduated from Virginia Military Institute in 2006 with a degree in computer science and a minor in psychology and math, reaching the rank of S-6 Lieutenant.
He and his wife Danielle reside in Columbia, Mo. and have three children.
University of Missouri Women’s Basketball head coach Robin Pingeton announced the addition of Julia Ford to her staff on Wednesday. Ford will serve as special assistant to the head coach.
Ford joins the program from Coastal Carolina where she worked as an assistant coach last season. With the Chanticleers, she led the development of two All-Sun Belt honorees.
“I am thankful and humbled to be a member of the Mizzou women’s basketball program,” Ford said. “Coach Pingeton has created an environment of growth and a culture that holds student-athletes to a high standard on and off the court. I am excited to work closely with an incredibly motivated group of young women and learn from Coach Pingeton and her staff.”
Prior to her time in Conway, South Carolina, Ford served as a graduate assistant for two seasons at Clemson. With the Tigers, she helped players in both on and off-court settings aiding their improvement through instructional training, film, and character development.
She also assisted the staff with opponent scouts, managing food vendors, recruiting mail-outs, and supervising the practice team.
“We are thrilled to welcome Julia to our staff,” Pingeton said. “She brings a versatile skillset that will impact many areas of the program. As a former player and a team captain, she understands the work it takes to succeed at the collegiate level. She is an individual of high character and shares a great passion for developing athletes on and off the floor. I have no doubt that she has a bright future in the profession.”
In the summers of 2016, 2017, 2020, and 2021, Ford worked with the USA women’s basketball program, preparing elite athletes and coaches for competition through facilitating practice and accommodations. She also captured, cut, organized, and distributed film to support scouting and team development. Ford provided operational support by coordinating gear distribution, packing, and organizing equipment for competition and travel.
Ford played basketball at Bentley University under Hall of Fame coach Barbara Stevens.
A Bentley class of 2020 graduate, Ford holds dual bachelor’s degrees in media and culture and information design and corporate communication.
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