A former player of Sade Jackson's has returned to her Long Island roots to join the Adelphi University women's basketball coaching staff.
A three-year starter at Wagner College from 2020-23, Zhaneia Thybulle's first season with the Seahawks was spent with Jackson on former Adelphi head coach Heather Jacobs' staff as an assistant coach.
Now, Thybulle -- an Elmont High School basketball great -- will work alongside her college mentor to help coach the Panthers.
"I am excited to have Zhaneia join our staff. Coming off a great playing career at Wagner, Z's knowledge will benefit our players both on and off the court, especially our point guards," said Jackson.
Thybulle transformed into an NEC All-Conference player at Wagner, after playing her first two collegiate seasons at UNC Wilmington.
She became just the sixth player in Wagner women's basketball history to repeat as an All-NEC performer. Most recently, Thybulle led the NEC in assists in back-to-back seasons (2021-22, 2022-23) and earned NEC Third Team All-Conference honors both times for her efforts.
"As a former captain, Z's ability to connect with and lead individuals will undoubtedly contribute to our team's overall success," Jackson also added.
Thybulle originally hails from Elmont, N.Y.
