Spotlight on Lady Raiders Basketball: A 2025–26 Season Preview

 


Texas Tech Lady Raiders Basketball Preview 2025–26 • Rising Stars & Team Momentum

Get the inside scoop on the Texas Tech Lady Raiders’ upcoming 2025–26 season: nonconference schedule details, promising young talent, coach Krista Gerlich’s leadership, and what fans can expect heading into the new year.

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Wreck Em Insider here—locking in our sights on the Texas Tech Lady Raiders as they gear up for the pivotal 2025–26 season. We’re breaking down their upcoming nonconference schedule, spotlighting rising stars, and exploring how momentum is building around Lubbock’s favorite team.

1. Nonconference Schedule: A Home-Court Focus

The Lady Raiders recently unveiled their 2025–26 nonconference schedule, showcasing eight home games to anchor their early season at the United Supermarkets Arena.
This slate includes familiar foes like North Carolina A&T, UTSA, SMU, Arkansas, Mississippi State, plus tournament action—such as the Hoopfest Women's Basketball Challenge in Frisco.
A strategically home-heavy opening gives the team vital momentum and an opportunity to calibrate before Big 12 play kicks off.

2. Coaching Stability: Krista Gerlich at the Helm

Head Coach Krista Gerlich returns for her fifth season, bringing continuity and familiarity to the bench. A Texas Tech alumna, she’s woven her experience and passion into this growing program. Her emphasis on culture and development remains a huge plus heading into the new campaign.

3. Rising Stars: Who’s Poised to Shine?

Key players anchored the roster last season, and several are poised to make an even bigger impact:

  • Jalynn Bristow (Junior) – A crucial scorer with experience; expect her to be a primary offensive driver.

  • Kalysta “Bird” Martin (Sophomore) – A name to watch—her youth and potential hint at breakout moments to come 

  • Adlee Blacklock (Senior) – The hometown leader (Lubbock native) whose experience and heart could be instrumental both on and off the court. 

4. Building Momentum

Last season, the Lady Raiders posted a 19–18 overall record and a 4–14 mark in Big 12 play, advancing to the WBIT quarterfinals .
With a strong nonconference stretch ahead, set-piece continuity from Gerlich’s tenure, and rising talent, all signs point toward a pivotal campaign—and possible leap up the Big 12 standings.

5. Fan Takeaway

What to watch for:

  • The team’s response to the nonconference home-heavy schedule.

  • Breakout performances from Martin and Bristow as leaders.

  • Gerlich’s tempo-setting all season long.

  • How early wins can shape confidence going into grueling conference battles.

Final Thoughts

The 2025-26 Lady Raiders roster blends experience with youthful swagger. With a favorable early schedule and a stable, passionate coaching staff, they’re positioned to surprise and compete. Expect fireworks in Lubbock this season.

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