May 3, 2007

MILWAUKEE - Terri Mitchell, Marquette University head women's basketball coach and the 2007 Big East Coach of the Year, will discuss spirituality and the impact it has had on her coaching philosophy during the Peter Favre Forum Wednesday, May 16 at The University Club, 924 E. Wells St.

"Spirituality and Coaching: Lessons from the Bench for Today's Leaders" will begin at 7:30 a.m. Cost of the program, which includes breakfast, is $25. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (414) 747-6443, or by e-mail, cdamato@sfs.edu.

Mitchell will discuss the role faith has played in her personal and professional life and outline her work with players in creating foundations for success in sports and in the classroom.

A native of Harrisburg, Penn., Mitchell was a four-year letter-winner and team co-captain at Duquesne University, Pittsburgh. From 1989-90 she served as a graduate assistant for the women's basketball team at Arizona State, Tempe. Mitchell was named assistant women's basketball coach at Marquette in 1991 and in 1996 was named head coach.

With a 217-116 overall record, Mitchell holds the most wins and best winning percentage of any women's basketball coach in Marquette history. Her post-season accomplishments include six NCAA and three WNIT tournaments. This past year, Mitchell guided the Golden Eagles to their best season, a 26-7 overall record and a postseason berth. Her efforts resulted in being named the 2007 Big East Coach of the Year. The recognition is the third coach of the year honor Mitchell has received in her coaching career.

Mitchell's teams are known for academic excellence. During her tenure as head coach, Marquette has graduated every player that has stayed for all four years of academics and athletics. Mitchell is active in the community and charitable events. Since 2006 she has hosted "Breakfast with Terri," a series of motivational breakfasts for area business women.

The Peter Favre Forum was created to help Catholic professionals integrate work, faith and family. Named after a 16th century companion of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the Forum serves as a targeted resource for a group whose schedules may restrict participation in other opportunities for Catholic spiritual formation and religious education.