Jada Walton is entering her first season as the assistant women's basketball coach and third year coaching at the collegiate level ahead of the 2025-26 season, bringing with her a strong commitment to player development and a growing track record of success. Walton recently concluded the season as an assistant coach at Baton Rouge Community College, where she played a key role in the program's recent success. While Walton was there, the team improved from a five-win season the previous season to a 15-7 record. Walton was instrumental in player development across the roster, with a particular focus on guard play. Walton’s efforts led to multiple players earning All-Region honors, including one First Team selection, three Second Team selections, and one All-Defensive Team honoree. In addition to on-court responsibilities, Walton led the program’s recruiting efforts and successfully assembled a strong incoming class of freshmen and transfers.
Prior to time at BRCC, Walton served as an assistant coach at Otero College, where she was a key contributor to the Lady Rattlers’ defensive schemes and overall player growth. Walton’s work helped the team secure a second-place finish in the South Subdivision of Region IX. While at Otero, Walton coached the Region IX Defensive Player of the Year, two All-Region selections, and two Region IX All-Tournament team members. Five of the sophomores Walton coached went on to continue their academic and athletic careers at four-year institutions, including Delaware State, University of Alaska Anchorage, Delta State, University of Colorado–Colorado Springs, and Northern New Mexico College.
Walton’s coaching career builds on a highly respected academic and athletic background. Walton earned a master’s degree in Sport Management from Troy University, where she also played for the women’s basketball team. From 2021 to 2023, Walton was a key contributor to the team’s success, helping Troy win the 2022 Sun Belt Conference regular-season championship. As team captain during the 2022–23 season, Walton helped lead the team to a postseason WNIT appearance.
Before Troy, Walton attended Texas Tech University (2019–2021), where Walton earned a bachelor’s degree and was a member of the women’s basketball program. Although sidelined by NCAA transfer rules and a season-ending injury, Walton remained committed to the team and continued personal development.
Walton began a collegiate playing career at Texas A&M University (2017–2019), where Walton helped the Aggies reach back-to-back NCAA Sweet 16 appearances. Known for defensive tenacity and academic discipline, Walton earned team honors for both defense and academics. In the 2018–19 season, Walton played in 32 games with two starts, often serving as the team’s defensive stopper. During the 2018–19 season, she appeared in 32 games, starting two, and was known as the team’s defensive stopper. She led or co-led the bench in points, rebounds, blocks, and steals during the Aggies’ 2019 tournament run.
Walton's journey reflects a dedication to excellence in sports, academics, and mentorship, making her a valuable asset to the Lady Cougar community and an inspiring figure for aspiring athletes.
The Lithonia, Ga native graduated from Southwest Dekalb High SchoolÂ
