Jennifer Sullivan begins her second season as an assistant with the Red Wolves, coming to Arkansas State from McNeese State in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
A native of Jonesboro, Sullivan served as an assistant coach at McNeese for one season before coming to A-State. Prior to her time at McNeese State, Sullivan was an assistant on the University of Memphis staff during the 2007-08 season. She began her coaching career at Rhodes College, serving as an assistant during the 2005-07 seasons.
Sullivan's responsibilities as part of the ASU staff include recruiting Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia and Tennessee, with emphasis on the Memphis area. She also serves as the director for the Red Wolves' summer camps and assists with opponent scouting and monitoring the academic progess of the student-athletes. Sullivan serves as the liason to the Athletic Training department and edits highlights for the Brian Boyer Show.
"As a head coach you are always evaluating potential assistant coaches in the case that you have a position come open, and Jennifer was at the top of my list," said Boyer. "Without question, Jennifer is one of the best up and coming coaches in the business. I have been impressed with her since her playing days here at Jonesboro High School. She is an excellent communicator, she has a very strong understanding of the game, and without question she will be a great role-model for my current athletes."
A standout for the Lady Hurricane at Jonesboro High School, Sullivan finished her career with 800 points, 310 rebounds and 99 steals. She earned all-district and all-state honors as a player at JHS.
After graduating from Jonesboro High School, Sullivan continued her playing career at the University of Memphis, where she earned her degree in communications in 2005.
