MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsin women's basketball head coach Robin Pingeton has announced the addition of Evan Johnston as an assistant coach for the Badgers. Johnston joins the staff after spending the past three seasons at Arkansas, where he served as video coordinator, and one season at Missouri as a graduate assistant.
"We are thrilled to welcome Evan to Wisconsin," Pingeton said. "Having worked with him at Missouri, I know firsthand his ability to connect with players, break down the game, and prepare teams to compete. He will be an incredible asset to our program."
At Arkansas, Johnston led all video and scouting operations, producing analytics and strategic analysis to prepare the Razorbacks for competition. He also assisted with recruiting and day-to-day player development.
In 2022-23, Johnston served as a graduate assistant at Missouri, where he worked directly under Pingeton. During his year in Columbia, he expanded his impact on film breakdown, scouting reports, player development, and recruiting support while gaining valuable experience on the sidelines.
Johnston began his basketball career as a student manager and practice player at Arkansas from 2018-22.
Throughout his career, Johnston has contributed to the development of numerous high-level student-athletes. He has worked with four SEC All-Freshman Team selections including Taliah Scott (2023-24), Ashton Judd (2022-23), Samara Spencer (2021-22 SEC Freshman of the Year), and Jersey Wolfenbarger (2021-22). He has also supported seven All-Conference selections, including Hayley Frank (2022-23), Amber Ramirez (2021-22), Chelsea Dungee (2018-21), Destiny Slocum (2020-21), and Alexis Tolefree (2019-20). In addition, he has been part of the development of four All-Americans, including Dungee, Slocum, and Izzy Higginbottom.
"I'm really grateful for the opportunity to be a Badger and to reconnect with Coach Pingeton after spending a year with her at Missouri," said Johnston. "I know the culture and standards she brings, and I'm excited to grow under her leadership again. Wisconsin feels like the right place for me, and I can't wait to get started with the team in Madison."
