UTICA, Miss. – Head Women's Basketball Coach Brandon Taylor announces the addition of Assistant Women's Basketball Coach on Thursday as the program prepares for the 2025-26 season. Gabrielle "Gabby" Crawford will join Taylor who enters his second season as Head Coach of the Lady Bulldogs.

Head Coach Brandon Taylor stated, "I am extremely excited about the addition of Coach Crawford to the Hinds Community College Women's basketball family! Coach Crawford brings tremendous experience having competed at a high level in NCAA Division 1 and played professionally. Her background and passion for the game will be a great asset to our program."
Gabrielle "Gabby" Crawford is entering her first season as an Assistant Women's Basketball Coach at Hinds Community College. She is a dedicated coach and former professional athlete known for her leadership, resilience, and commitment to mentoring young women through basketball.
 
Crawford brings a championship mindset, deep tactical knowledge, and a passion for player development grounded in discipline, structure, and heart. Previously, she served as the Head Girls' Basketball Coach at Craigmont High School, where she led her team to a 2024–2025 MSCIAA City Championship Runner-Up finish while also teaching Anatomy and Lifetime Wellness. Her coaching philosophy emphasizes accountability, resilience, and excellence on and off the court.
 
Before coaching, Gabby had a decorated collegiate career playing Division I basketball at Ole Miss, Morehead State, and La Salle University, earning honors such as OVC All-Newcomer Team and 3× OVC Newcomer of the Week. She extended her career professionally overseas in Germany, Mexico, and Portugal, consistently ranking among the top players in scoring, rebounding, and blocks.

Coach Crawford stated, "I'm truly honored to join the Hinds family. This opportunity to be part of a community that values dedication, growth, and support means a lot to me. I'm excited to contribute, learn, and help create a positive environment where everyone can thrive."
 
Education
      •     Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, La Salle University
      •     Currently pursuing Master of Arts in Teaching, Freed-Hardeman University
 
Coaching & Mentoring Experience
      •     Assistant Women's Basketball Coach, Hinds Community College (Entering 1st Season)
      •     Head Coach, Craigmont High School (2024–2025)
      •     Assistant Coach, Middle College High School
      •     Peer Mentor Coach, Memphis Shelby Police Activity League (2022–2023)
 
Athletic Achievements
      •     Professional Teams: TG Neuss Tigers (Germany), Abejas de León (Mexico), Clube Amigos de Basquete (Portugal)
      •     NCAA Division I: Ole Miss, Morehead State, La Salle
      •     OVC All-Newcomer Team & 3× OVC Newcomer of the Week
      •     Multiple 20-point and double-double performances throughout collegiate and professional career
      •     Ranked Top 100 Nationally by ESPN and Prospect Nation in High School
      •     McDonald's All-American Games Nominee
      •     4× All-State First Team | 4× Best of the Preps | Regional & District Champion