Overall
28-8
Conf
14-4
Rank
#7
Notre Dame Fighting Irish Women's Basketball Coaches
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish coaching staff, led by head coach Niele Ivey. Profiles below cover 4 staff members with career records, tenure at University of Notre Dame and coaching background.
Head Coach
Niele Ivey
Head Coach
6 years at school
Career Record
332-88
Conf Record
46-94
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
6 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
2 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
3 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.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish Coaching Staff FAQs
Common questions about the coaching staff.
Who is the head coach at Notre Dame Fighting Irish?
Niele Ivey is the head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish women's basketball program, currently in year 6 at University of Notre Dame.
How large is the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 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 Notre Dame Fighting Irish performing under the current staff?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish is 28-8 overall and 14-4 in acc play this season, playing home games at Purcell Pavilion. 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 Notre Dame Fighting Irish program?
The team pages cover the 28-8 season schedule, current roster, season statistics and program history dating to 1977.