**Texas Tech Women’s Basketball Head Coach Krista Gerlich Parts Ways with Top Recruit Jasmine Shavers Over Off-Court Behavior**
LUBBOCK, TX – In a move that has shocked the Texas Tech basketball community, head coach Krista Gerlich announced that she and highly rated recruit Jasmine Shavers have decided to part ways. The decision follows a series of off-court incidents involving Shavers, which reportedly led to the program’s decision to sever ties with the promising player.
Gerlich, who took over as head coach of the Red Raiders in 2020, expressed her disappointment in the situation but made it clear that the decision was in the best interest of both Shavers and the team. In a statement, Gerlich addressed the matter with clarity, emphasizing the importance of discipline and integrity within the program.
“At Texas Tech, we hold ourselves to a standard both on and off the court,” said Gerlich in her statement. “While Jasmine is an incredibly talented player, we believe that her actions off the court do not align with the values we instill in our athletes. We wish her nothing but the best in her future endeavors, but we feel this is the right decision for both parties.”
Sources close to the program suggest that Shavers’ behavior had raised concerns among the coaching staff for some time. It is believed that her off-court conduct, which included violations of team protocols, led to a breakdown in the relationship between the player and the coaching staff.
Shavers, a standout high school prospect with multiple scholarship offers, had committed to Texas Tech earlier in the recruiting cycle. Her decision to decommit is expected to send shockwaves through the college basketball world, as she was one of the top-ranked players in her class.
In the aftermath of the split, Shavers took to social media to address the situation, posting a heartfelt message expressing gratitude for the opportunity but acknowledging that the split was necessary for her growth.
“I want to thank Coach Gerlich and the Texas Tech staff for their belief in me, but I recognize that this is a necessary step in my journey,” Shavers wrote. “I am excited for what the future holds and look forward to new opportunities ahead.”
While the Red Raiders now look to fill the void left by Shavers’ departure, Coach Gerlich remains focused on continuing to build a strong program with a focus on both basketball excellence and character development.
Texas Tech fans, who had high hopes for Shavers’ future with the team, will now be looking to see who the coaching staff targets next in their recruiting efforts. Despite the setback, the Red Raiders remain committed to cultivating a winning culture both on and off the court.
The team is set to start its spring training camp in just a few weeks as the Red Raiders continue their preparations for the upcoming season.