SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. – Shippensburg University Athletics has confirmed the hiring of Marlie Dickerson as an assistant women's basketball coach for the 2026-27 season.
 
Dickerson joins the SU coaching ranks after competing at the NCAA Division I level for Arkansas State this past season following three years at Niagara.
 
"We welcome Marlie and we are excited to have her join our program," said head coach Kristy Trn. "Marlie brings a wealth of playing experience and a hard-working and winning mindset, having achieved success at Arkansas State, Niagara and at the high school level. Her knowledge will play a key role in player development, leadership as well as social media, and her voice will serve as a valuable asset in all aspects of Shippensburg University Women's Basketball."
                        
For the Red Wolves, the guard started 30 contests in 2025-26, helping the team to a 27-10 overall record and a berth in the "Fab 4" of the 2026 Women's National Invitational Tournament (WNIT). Dickerson averaged 6.1 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game.
 
Dickerson is a Central Pa. native and a 2022 graduate of Central Dauphin High School.
 
As a high school senior, Dickerson led the Rams to a District 3 Class 6A Championship and a PIAA Class 6A semifinal appearance.
 
Dickerson is currently studying toward a business degree from Arkansas State and is set to graduate in December 2026.