Hannah Banko joins the Bethany College Women’s Basketball staff with some familiarity. She played for the Swedes from 2020-2024, competing in 49 games while averaging 4.1 points and 2.2 rebounds per game. During her junior year, Banko was also a coaching intern for the men’s basketball team helping analyze game film and form scouting reports.  

Before coming to play for the Swedes, Banko also knew now Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Mickey DeVries, as he coached her in high school at Skyview Academy.  

Prior to rejoining the Swedes, Coach Banko was a graduate assistant coach for the women’s basketball team with the Benedictine College Ravens from 2024-2026. She assisted with all daily operations with the team, helped with recruiting, planned and supervised practices, analyzed film, and collaborated with the coaching staff while supporting student-athletes in academics, athletics, and personal development.  

Banko earned her Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science from Bethany College in 2024 and completed her Master of Business Administration degree at Benedictine College in 2026.