Marissa Caballero
Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach – 5th Season
Mount Marty University
Marissa Caballero enters her fifth season as the Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Mount Marty University. With a decorated playing career and a strong background in player development and academic achievement, Caballero has become a key contributor to the continued growth of the Lancer women’s basketball program.
A native of Grandview, Washington, Caballero was a 12-time varsity letterwinner in high school and continued her athletic and academic success at Columbia Basin College. There, she earned Magna Cum Laude honors while being a two-time All-NWAC Conference and All-Academic selection. She averaged 15 points, 3 assists, and 5 rebounds per game, shooting 80% from the free-throw line.
Caballero transferred to Notre Dame de Namur University in Belmont, California, where she earned a degree in Kinesiology. As a two-year starter for the Argonauts, she averaged 16 points, 4 assists, and 5 rebounds per game, with an 85% free throw percentage. She was named PacWest Conference Newcomer of the Year in 2016–17 and played a vital role in leading her team to its first-ever tournament appearance. She completed her collegiate career with 1,796 career points, cementing her legacy in the program.
Caballero began her coaching journey at Mount Marty as a graduate assistant, earning a Master’s degree in Education and Coaching Leadership. Since joining the coaching staff full-time, she has played a central role in recruiting and player development, contributing to the success of ten All-GPAC performers during her tenure.
“I’m incredibly grateful to be part of a program and university that values both athletic and academic growth,” said Caballero. “I’m passionate about helping our players grow into confident, competitive, and well-rounded individuals on and off the court.”
Caballero’s leadership, high basketball IQ, and unwavering commitment to excellence continue to drive the Lancers forward as they compete in the GPAC.
