Lizzie Scriven is entering her second season coaching at Whittier College in 2025-26.
She was instrumental in the Poets success on and off the court this past season which included a SCIAC Regular Season Championship and was honored as “Coaching Staff of the Year” by SCIAC Coaches.
Lizzie graduated from Whittier College in 2023 with a Bachelor or Arts in Social Work. During her time at Whittier College, she played four years of collegiate basketball serving as Team Captain during the 2023-24 season. One of the highlights of her playing career, was winning the SCIAC Tournament Championship in 2022-23 and playing in the NCAA Tournament.
After Graduation, Lizzie worked at Pacific Clinics as a Social Worker. Working in Social Work gave her the opportunity to support individuals and families through meaningful community-based services.
Lizzie is passionate about making a difference both on the court and in the community. She looks forward to continuing to grow in both areas. Lizzie was selected as a Women’s Sports Foundation VanDerveer Fellow for the 2025-26 school year.
“We are thrilled to have Coach Lizzie back for this coming season," Head Coach Kristen Dowling said of her assistant. "She was crucial to our success last season and we are very fortunate to have her apart of our coaching staff this season. Coach Lizzie is a Whittier College grad who knows the college very well. She is a great role model for our young women, has a great heart to serve our players, and brings positive energy every day.”
