Instagram story viewer> @darrowgirlshoops> Posts

Girls Basketball | Darrow School

@darrowgirlshoops

1.5K

followers

616

following

🏆 2026 NEPSAC AA CHAMPIONS & NATIONAL FINAL 4
↗️ NEPSAC AAA ‘26-‘27
🦆🏀 HC: @jelani.williams_
@adidasbasketball ///

POSTS STORIES REELS TAGGED

Introducing Darrow Girls Basketball Head Coach, Jelani Williams!

Coach Williams arrives at Darrow School to lead the Girls Prep Basketball program with a dynamic blend of NCAA Division I, elite prep school, and professional basketball experience. Known for developing student-athletes and cultivating winning cultures, he has built a reputation as one of the game’s emerging young coaches, bringing a proven track record of success and leadership to his first season as Head Coach.

Prior to joining Darrow, Williams coached men’s basketball at both Northfield Mount Hermon School (MA) and Cleveland State University, gaining valuable experience at the prep and NCAA Division I levels. At NMH, he served as Assistant Coach and Defensive Coordinator for one of the nation’s premier prep programs. During his tenure, he helped develop 15 NCAA student-athletes, including nine Division I recruits, multiple All-Conference selections, and a National Prep All-American. His responsibilities spanned player development, recruiting, game planning, and the day-to-day operations of a nationally respected program.

Before joining NMH, Williams was a Graduate Assistant Coach for the Cleveland State men’s basketball program, where he contributed to a Horizon League Championship team while earning his Master of Business Administration. His experience also extends to the international and professional levels, including selection as a coach for the NBA Basketball School in France and collaboration with NBA, WNBA, EuroLeague, and other professional athletes during elite offseason development programs.

A former collegiate student-athlete, Williams is committed to fostering accountability, discipline, and personal growth while helping young people reach their full potential as athletes, students, and leaders. His player-centered approach and dedication to excellence align closely with Darrow School’s mission of developing confident, resilient, and successful young adults.

Welcome to Darrow, Coach Williams!

#GoDucks #DarrowSchool #foreverDARROW taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

626

153

4 months ago

The 2026 NEPSAC AA Champs are on the move!👀

For the 2026-2027 season, the Ducks will officially be moving up to @nepsac class AAA!

#GoDucks #DarrowSchool taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

291

6

5 months ago

2026 NEPSAC AA CHAMPIONS‼️🏆🦆🏀 taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

425

24

7 months ago

#OFFERED Congratulations to Brooke Lilley ‘28 on earning her second D1 Offer from UAlbany! @ualbanywbb

Brooke also holds an offer from Siena University! The capital region’s finest are all after the Champion PG!

#GoDucks taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

266

14

5 days ago

After everything it took to get here, I’m beyond blessed and excited to announce that I am COMMITTED to Oregon State University! 🦫🧡🖤

First, I want to thank God for guiding me through every step of this journey and giving me the strength, faith, and opportunities to keep going.

To Uncle,Aunt and my parents, thank you for believing in me and allowing me to leave home and come to the United States to chase my dreams. Leaving home was not easy, but your sacrifices, love, and support have meant everything to me. I hope I continue to make you proud.

To Antwan (Twigzz)and Family, thank you for believing in me, bringing me into your home, supporting me, and helping me become the player and person I am today.

To Darrow School, my coaches, teachers, teammates, and everyone who has supported me along the way thank you for giving me a home away from home and helping me grow on and off the court. I will always be grateful for my time at Darrow.

To all the coaches and programs that recruited me, thank you for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to be seen, heard, and valued. I appreciate every conversation, visit, and opportunity more than you know.

And to Oregon State, thank you for believing in me, trusting in my potential, and giving me the opportunity to continue my basketball and academic journey in Corvallis. I’m so grateful for the coaches, players, and everyone who welcomed me into the Beaver family. I can’t wait to get to work. 🦫🧡🖤

Next chapter. Same dream. Bigger goals. 🧡🖤

Go Beavs! 🦫🏀
@beaverwbb @darrowgirlshoops @albanyladystarsny by @darrowgirlshoops

999

197

10 days ago

D1 DUCKS!🦆🏀

Upon making the jump to @NEPSAC AA for the ‘24-‘25 year, 4 former Ducks have gone on to NCAA D1 Programs!

Jill Dingler ‘26, Central Connecticut State University @ccsuwomensbasketball
Nyasia McKelvey ‘26, Central Connecticut State University @ccsuwomensbasketball
Daniella McLean ‘25, University of Washington @uw_wbb
Amanda Smith ‘25, Northeastern University @gonuwbasketball & Eastern Carolina University @ecuwbb

The Ducks make the jump to @NEPSAC AAA this year and are LOADED with even more D1 talent!

#GoDucks #DarrowSchool #foreverDARROW taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

93

4

2 months ago

Welcome to #DarrowLakeside, Coach Rosten‼️🦆🏀

Originally from Buffalo, NY, Rosten is a former collegiate and professional basketball player with experience competing across the U.S. and internationally.

A standout at Edinboro University, she earned PSAC Athlete of the Year, PSAC Defensive Player of the Year, and D2CCA Atlantic Region Player of the Year honors in 2018, while also earning WBCA and D2CCA All-American recognition. She led NCAA Division II in rebounding and helped Edinboro capture the 2018 PSAC Championship.

Rosten went on to play professionally overseas in Spain, Romania, Bulgaria, Sweden, Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Mexico, winning championships in Bulgaria and the 2023 LNBP Femenil Championship with Adelitas de Chihuahua.

Beyond the court, Rosten brings experience as a youth basketball mentor and Behavioral Health Specialist, with a passion for helping young athletes develop confidence, discipline, leadership, and life skills.

#GoDucks taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

452

76

a month ago

Thank you to the Coaches from George Washington University for attending Darrow Girls Basketball Open Gym! Thank you for your interest in our program and taking the time to join us at Darrow Lakeside to evaluate our student-athletes! @gw_wbb 🦆🏀

#GoDucks taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

25

0

2 days ago

Thank you to the Coaches from Central Connecticut State University for attending Darrow Girls Basketball Open Gym! Thank you for your interest in our program and taking the time to join us at Darrow Lakeside to evaluate our student-athletes! @ccsuwomensbasketball 🦆🏀

Good luck to our former Ducks, Jill Dingler ‘26 & Nyasia McKelvey ‘26 in the freshman seasons at CCSU! @jilldingler4 @nyasiajustice_16

#GoDucks taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

19

0

2 days ago

Thank you to the Coaches from Northeastern University for attending Darrow Girls Basketball Open Gym! Thank you for your interest in our program and taking the time to join us at Darrow Lakeside to evaluate our student-athletes! @gonuwbasketball 🦆🏀

Best of luck to Amanda Smith ‘25 in her first season with the Huskies! @so.amandaaa

#GoDucks taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

21

0

2 days ago

Thank you to the Coaches from Nichols College for attending Darrow Girls Basketball Open Gym! Thank you for your interest in our program and taking the time to join us at Darrow Lakeside to evaluate our student-athletes! @nc_bisonwbb 🦆🏀

#GoDucks taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

20

0

2 days ago

Thank you to the Coaches from Oregon State University for attending Darrow Girls Basketball Open Gym! Thank you for your interest in our program and taking the time to join us at Darrow Lakeside to evaluate our student-athletes! @beaverwbb 🦆🏀

#GoDucks taken in Darrow School by @darrowgirlshoops

40

0

20 days ago