Women's Basketball

John Oertel

Head Coach

 Coach Oertel joined the NIACC women's basketball program in 1984, 

 bringing with him a wide variety of playing and coaching experience.

 A Mason City native, Oertel played football and basketball for the

 Trojans before transferring to Marshall University in West Virginia

 and then to Iowa State University. Under Oertel's leadership, the

 women's basketball team has consistently received top four seeding

 in the regional tournament and national recognition, most recently

 placing sixth at the National Tournament in 1994. In addition to his

 coaching duties, Oertel also teaches physical education classes at the

 College. Coach Oertel has recorded over 400 wins during his years at

 NIACC. He has helped place 27 players at four year basketball

 programs, including 7 at Division I programs and 14 at Division 2

 programs. Oertel received his associate's degree from NIACC, his bachelor's degree from Iowa State University and his master's degree from the University of Iowa.

oertejoh@niacc.cc.ia.us

Kelli Terrell

Associate Head Coach

   Coach Terrell joins the Lady Trojans coaching staff after spending the last 3

   years under Coach Lisa Bluder as manager of the University of Iowa

   Women’s basketball team. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Health and

   Sports Studies while interning with Iowa Strength and Conditioning.

   Originally from Peterson, IA, Terrell attended NIACC and played basketball

   for Coach Oertel from 2003-2005 and was named Female Student Athlete

   of the Year following her sophomore season. Terrell’s responsibilities will

   include guard development as well as strength and conditioning.  You can    

   email Kelli at kelliterrell@gmail.com.

 

 

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