The Seton Hill University women's basketball team has named Lexi Griggs as their assistant coach, head coach Maeve Gallagher announced recently. 

"I would like to express my gratitude to God, Dr. Finger, Chris Snyder, and Coach Gallagher for the opportunity to join the Seton Hill community and the Women's Basketball family," said Griggs. "Basketball is my passion, and I'm grateful to coach it at the collegiate level, working with high-achieving student-athletes. Having the chance to coach in the PSAC again, especially with such a strong, empowering women-led program under Coach Gallagher, is truly remarkable. I've been fortunate to have incredible mentors throughout my coaching journey, and without their guidance, I wouldn't be the coach and person I am today. I'm excited and honored to be part of Seton Hill Women's Basketball and contribute to the program's growth towards becoming elite."

"We're incredibly excited to welcome Lexi to our program," said Gallagher.  "She embodies everything we strive to be as Griffins. Her remarkable and extensive journey has prepared her perfectly for this role. Lexi brings an unmatched drive to learn, grow, and dedicate herself to our program and university – we couldn't ask for more.  Her time as a player in the PSAC was truly historic. We're fortunate to have someone of her caliber leading our women – she's walked in their shoes and understands their journey firsthand.  We're thrilled about the future of our program with Coach Griggs joining our team. Her addition promises to elevate our program to new heights here on The Hill."

With a strong connection to the PSAC, Griggs has a rich background as both a player and coach. She spent two and a half seasons at Indiana (PA) as a coach and administrator following her playing career for the Crimson Hawks from 2016 to 2020. During her time as a player, Griggs was a two-year starter, participating in 62 of her last 63 games. She recorded nearly 900 points and almost 450 rebounds over 120 games, boasting a career field goal percentage of 54.8, which ranks fourth in program history. In her senior year, she earned first-team All-PSAC West honors and was named the PSAC West Defensive Athlete of the Year, helping her team secure the PSAC West title. As a junior, she played a key role in leading the Hawks to both the PSAC and Atlantic Region championships. Under Coach McConnell, Griggs contributed to a remarkable team record of 112-18 (.862), which included three PSAC West regular-season titles, two conference tournament titles, two Atlantic Region championships, and consecutive NCAA Division II semifinal appearances.

After serving as a volunteer coach in the 2020-21 season, Griggs was promoted to assistant coach for the 2021-22 season. She also held the position of Assistant Athletic Operations during the 2022-23 season at IUP. Most recently, she worked at Robert Morris University as the Compliance and Name, Image, and Likeness Coordinator in an athletic administrative role. In the 2023-24 season, she was the Director of Basketball Operations at North Carolina A&T.

Additionally, Griggs has experience coaching with Emersyn Fundamentals in Indiana (PA), serving as a fundamental coach at Jeremiah's Basketball Academy in Warrendale, and working as a camp counselor for her former AAU team, 4 Seasons Hoops Academy.

A graduate of Vincentian Academy (Class of 2016), Griggs earned her Bachelor of Science in Natural Science with a focus on Pre-Physical Therapy from IUP in 2020. She obtained her Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science from St. Francis College in 2023 and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Sports Management/Sports Administration from IUP.