John Ross heads recently completed his ninth year at the helm of the Calvin women’s basketball program.  In nine years as head women's basketball coach, Ross has compiled a won-loss record of 207-48 for a winning percentage of .812 that includes four MIAA regular season titles, six trips to the NCAA III Tournament and three berths in the NCAA III Tournament Elite Eight.

In 2011-12, Ross led Calvin to MIAA regular season and MIAA Tournament titles. His team also matched a Calvin single-season record for victories, finishing 28-2. The Knights reached the NCAA III Tournament quarterfinals by defeating second-ranked and undefeated University of Chicago 68-50 on Chicago's home floor. In a February win over Kalamazoo, Ross earned his 200th victory at the helm of the Calvin women's basketball program.