Principia Athletics is excited to announce the hiring of Sam Pearson as the next Head Girls Basketball Coach for the Panthers.

Coach Pearson brings an impressive collegiate coaching résumé to Principia, including nine years at Missouri Baptist University, where he spent six seasons as the Head Women's Basketball Coach. Most recently, he served as the Assistant Head Coach at Tennessee State University, helping student-athletes compete and develop at the NCAA Division I level.

Throughout his career, Pearson has built a reputation for developing players, creating highly competitive programs, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. His extensive knowledge of the game, combined with his passion for mentoring young people, makes him an outstanding addition to the Principia community.

"We are thrilled to welcome Coach Pearson to Principia," said Athletic Director Shawn Brown. "Sam brings a tremendous amount of experience and a proven ability to build successful programs. What stood out throughout the hiring process was his vision for developing student-athletes, his commitment to team culture, and his belief that competitive excellence and personal growth go hand in hand. We are excited for the future of our girls basketball program under his leadership."

Pearson's approach aligns with Principia Athletics' commitment to helping student-athletes pursue excellence while growing as leaders, teammates, and individuals of strong character. His experience at multiple levels of collegiate basketball will provide valuable opportunities for player development as the Panthers continue to build toward sustained success.

Please join us in welcoming Coach Pearson and his family to the Panther community. We look forward to the exciting future ahead for Principia Girls Basketball.