Bakowski begins her second season as a Graduate Assistant coach for the UIndy women's lacrosse team in 2026.
She was part of the 2025 IWLCA Regional Coaching Staff of the Year in just her first season as a Graduate Assistant with the team.
Prior to UIndy, Bakowski spent five seasons at in-region Findlay, where she was named the 2024 Great Midwest Goalkeeper of the Year. Bakowski led the Oilers to a G-MAC runner-up finish, racking up 151 saves and 12 wins during her final season.