The Clarkson University Athletic Department is proud to announce the hiring of Emily Cummings as the new assistant coach for the Women’s Basketball program.

Cummings, a native of Yorktown Heights, NY, is a recent graduate from Connecticut College with a degree in Psychology, finishing her bachelor’s degree in 2010. While playing with Connecticut College, a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC), Cummings was a key cog for the Camels, playing 94 games over four seasons with 59 starts and serving as captain as a junior and senior. She scored 698 career points and ranked in the top three on the team in scoring during her final two seasons, with a career best of 11.5 ppg as a junior. A versatile player, Cummings made 74 3-point field goals in her four seasons, and shot 85.6% from the free throw line (95-111). She also grabbed 273 rebounds while tossing out 141 assists.

“Emily brings a unique set of attributes to the Clarkson Women’s Basketball program,” head coach John Hampton remarked. “Her ability to be an effective leader, as well as an All-Academic team member, demonstrates a commitment to excellence as well as an understanding of the rigorous academic standards required at a school like Clarkson. I am pleased and excited to have her on staff.”

A NESCAC All-Academic team member, Cummings received Deans’ List honors in each of her eight semesters. She also served a member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) for two years.