BRONXVILLE, N.Y. — Sarah Lawrence College Head Women's Basketball Coach Martin Rather has announced the completion of the Gryphons' coaching and support staff for the 2026-27 season, welcoming one new assistant coach and retaining several familiar faces following a historic campaign for the program.
Emma Wilson-Saltos joins the staff as an assistant coach, while Jordyn Medina returns for her third season on the sidelines. Colleen Coughlin and Peter "Pete" Marston will also serve as assistant coaches, with Irandi Zepeda elevated to a volunteer assistant coach. Viv Falcone rounds out the staff as the team manager.
The completed staff brings together former Gryphon standouts, collegiate playing experience, and a commitment to building on the program's recent success.
Emma Wilson-Saltos — Assistant Coach
Wilson-Saltos joins the Gryphons after serving as a team captain for Fordham University's NCAA Division I women's basketball program. She enjoyed a decorated collegiate playing career, leading the Fordham Rams in rebounds, blocks, and games played during the 2025-26 season.
A native of the Bronx, N.Y., Wilson-Saltos graduated from Fordham University with a bachelor's degree in business administration. She now brings her leadership experience and Division I playing background to the Sarah Lawrence coaching staff.
Medina returns to Sarah Lawrence for her third season as an assistant coach after an accomplished playing career with the Gryphons from 2019 to 2023. During her time on the court, she led the team in rebounding, established the school's rebounding record in her final season, and started every game throughout her collegiate career.
Since transitioning to the sidelines, Medina has helped guide the Gryphons to two of the best seasons in program history, including the 2023-24 and 2025-26 campaigns. Her continued presence provides valuable program knowledge and a connection to the student-athletes who have helped shape Sarah Lawrence basketball.
Originally from Denver, Colo., Medina holds a bachelor's degree in liberal arts from Sarah Lawrence College.
Coughlin joins the coaching staff following an outstanding playing career with the Gryphons. Sarah Lawrence's all-time leader in three-pointers, she served as a team captain during her sophomore, junior, and senior seasons and helped lead the program to a postseason appearance in 2025-26.
Coughlin delivered a standout performance in the Gryphons' win-or-go-home postseason matchup against St. Joseph's University Brooklyn, leading Sarah Lawrence with 23 points while shooting 6-for-10 from beyond the arc. Her performance helped propel the Gryphons to their first postseason appearance.
A native of Johnson City, Tenn., Coughlin graduated from Sarah Lawrence College with a bachelor's degree in liberal arts. She now transitions from a record-setting career as a player to a new role supporting the next generation of Gryphon student-athletes.
Peter "Pete" Marston — Assistant Coach
Marston joins the coaching staff after serving as a commentator for Sarah Lawrence's men's and women's basketball programs during the 2025-26 season. His background combines extensive international playing experience with a professional career in law.
Marston played competitively in Europe for eight years while attending a specialized academy for student-athletes. During that time, he captained his team to an international title in Sweden and participated in training camps in Serbia alongside professional clubs.
Born in Iowa, Marston holds triple citizenship in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the United States. He earned a bachelor's degree in biology from the University of Maryland and a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School. A practicing attorney, Marston brings a unique combination of basketball experience, leadership, and professional expertise to the Gryphons' staff.
Irandi Zepeda — Volunteer Assistant Coach
Zepeda will continue with the program as a volunteer assistant coach after previously serving as the team manager. She played an important role in supporting the Gryphons' operations during the 2025-26 season, helping manage team logistics throughout the campaign, including the postseason.
During her time with the program, Sarah Lawrence made significant strides, improving from six wins in the season before her arrival to 14 wins in 2025-26 while establishing numerous program records.
Originally from Laredo, Texas, Zepeda holds a bachelor's degree in liberal arts from Sarah Lawrence College. Her continued involvement will provide valuable continuity and operational support for the upcoming season.
Falcone will serve as the Gryphons' team manager for the 2026-27 season. A current sophomore at Sarah Lawrence College, she is from Los Angeles, Calif., and studies environmental science and biology.
Falcone will support the day-to-day operations of the women's basketball program as the Gryphons prepare for the upcoming season.
The Gryphons tip off the 2026-27 season on Saturday, November 7th as they host Lesley University at the Campbell Sports Center for a 12:00 p.m. contest.
