Overall
22-12
Conf
11-7
Rank
#19
Duke Blue Devils Women's Basketball Coaches
The Duke Blue Devils coaching staff, led by head coach Kara Lawson. Profiles below cover 4 staff members with career records, tenure at Duke University and coaching background.
Head Coach
Kara Lawson
Head Coach
1 year at school
Career Record
276-141
Conf Record
115-44
A proven leader who has built winning cultures at multiple programs, known for tactical acumen and mentorship.
10 years of assistant coaching experience across multiple conferences.
Assistant Coaches
Mike Neighbors
Associate Head Coach
8 years at school
Specializes in defensive schemes and has helped develop multiple all-conference selections during her coaching career.
Former head coach with 8 years of experience leading her own program.
Aaron Johnston
Assistant Coach
3 years at school
An offensive innovator with deep roots in the game, connecting well with student-athletes and building strong team cultures.
5 years of coaching experience with a background in player development.
Kellie Harper
Assistant Coach
4 years at school
Oversees recruiting operations and has been instrumental in bringing top-tier talent to the program.
20+ years in collegiate athletics with stops at multiple Power 5 programs.
Duke Blue Devils Coaching Staff FAQs
Common questions about the coaching staff.
Who is the head coach at Duke Blue Devils?
Kara Lawson is the head coach of the Duke Blue Devils women's basketball program, currently in year 1 at Duke University.
How large is the Duke Blue Devils coaching staff?
The listed staff includes the head coach plus 3 other staff members, spanning associate and assistant coaches and basketball operations roles. Each entry shows experience and background.
How is Duke Blue Devils performing under the current staff?
Duke Blue Devils is 22-12 overall and 11-7 in acc play this season, playing home games at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Game-by-game results are on the team schedule page.
What do assistant coaches do in college basketball?
Assistant coaches handle recruiting, scouting and opponent preparation, and lead position-specific skill work. Associate head coaches often take on play-calling or coordinator duties, while directors of basketball operations manage travel, scheduling and compliance rather than on-court coaching.
Where can I find more about the Duke Blue Devils program?
The team pages cover the 22-12 season schedule, current roster, season statistics and program history dating to 1974.