EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (www.blugolds.com) – The University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire Director of Athletics Jason Verdugo has announced the hiring of Hannah Iverson as the Blugolds' new Head Women's Basketball Coach, bringing home an Eau Claire native with a proven record of success in the WIAC.
"Hannah is a proven winner who reflects the competitive standards we expect at UW–Eau Claire," said Director of Athletics, Jason Verdugo. "She builds strong, authentic relationships with her players, develops student-athletes at a high level, and creates a team culture that competes relentlessly. Her track record in the WIAC shows she knows how to win, and we believe her leadership positions our program to be successful moving forward."
Iverson arrives at UW–Eau Claire after seven highly successful seasons at UW–Stout, where she compiled a 125-74 record and became the program's second-winningest coach. During her tenure, she guided the Blue Devils to multiple historic milestones, including a 2023 WIAC regular season championship, the 2024 WIAC Tournament title, 2024 NCAA Sweet Sixteen Appearance, and a 2025 NCAA Division III Final Four appearance, the first in program history. Her accomplishments earned her recognition as the 2023 WIAC Coach of the Year.
Beyond wins and championships, Iverson built a culture centered on development, accountability, and academic achievement. Her teams produced numerous all-conference and All-American players, an earned 77 WIAC Scholastic Honor Roll selections, reflecting her commitment to excellence both on the court and in the classroom. Prior to her head coaching role, Iverson gained valuable experience at UW–Green Bay, the University of Illinois, and Ashford University, where she contributed to postseason success and program growth at multiple levels of collegiate basketball.
"Hannah's connection to Eau Claire and her vision for this program made this a really special hire," said Kyle Seyer, Assistant Athletic Director and chair of the search committee. "She grew up around this program and now has the opportunity to lead it. That full-circle journey, combined with her success as a coach and ability to build relationships, makes her a natural fit to take this program to new heights."
"I am incredibly honored to be named the head women's basketball coach at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire," Iverson stated. "I want to thank Jason, Chancellor Carney and the rest of the search committee for the trust and belief they've placed in me to lead this program. UW-Eau Claire is a special place with a strong tradition of academic and athletic excellence. I proudly stand with all of the coaches and players who have left their mark on this program and look forward to creating a culture rooted in accountability, toughness, trust and togetherness. My family and I are thrilled to join the Blugold family and we can't wait to get started."
A standout player herself, Iverson starred at UW–Green Bay, helping lead the Phoenix to four NCAA Tournament appearances, including a Sweet 16 run in 2011, earning a spot in UW-Green Bay's hall of fame. A graduate and hall of fame member of Eau Claire North, Iverson returns to her hometown with her husband Ryan and their children, Leo, Myla, Max, and Dayla.
An introductory press conference to introduce the new Blugold head coach is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7th. A location and start time will be announced in the coming days.
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