SPRINGFIELD -- Missouri State assistant women's basketball coach Jennifer Sullivan is leaving the university for a similar position at Ohio State, it was announced Friday (May 25).

"We have been blessed to have Jennifer Sullivan on staff for the last five years," said MSU head coach Kellie Harper. "I appreciate her commitment to this program, university and community, and the positive impacts she had. She will be missed, but we wish her nothing but the best as she begins her new position."

A search for Sullivan's replacement is underway.