Overview
- Texas State named Kielsmeier to replace Zenarae Antoine, who stepped down after 15 seasons following an 11-19 campaign.
- At Cleveland State, he posted a 180-80 record with six 20-win seasons and reached the NCAA tournament in 2023.
- His Vikings won the Horizon League regular-season title in 2024 and captured the 2021 Women's Basketball Invitational, then went 26-10 with a WNIT Great Eight run this year.
- Texas State moves into a reconfigured Pac-12 next season, and the university says the standard is to compete for conference championships.
- The Bobcats seek their first NCAA bid since 2003, a goal that puts pressure on upgrades in recruiting, facilities, and on-court results.