Savannah State University announces the resignation of Cedric Baker, head coach of the Lady Tigers women’s basketball team, effective May 16, 2025. Coach Baker concludes his 22nd season leading the SSU women’s basketball program, leaving behind a legacy of growth and achievement. Over more than two decades, Baker compiled 262 career victories, making him the winningest
Jamie Carey named Women’s Basketball Head Coach at Omaha
Omaha Vice Chancellor / Director of Athletics Adrian Dowell announced the appointment of Jamie Carey as the 10th head coach in Omaha women’s basketball history. Carey begins her role effective immediately. “We are proud to welcome Jamie Carey as the new leader of our women’s basketball program,” said Dowell. “Coach Carey brings us a wealth of experience
Central Michigan hires Walker as Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach
Story Courtesy Harrison LaLone, CMU Athletics Central Michigan Women’s Basketball has hired Jordan Walker for its coaching staff in 2025-26, Head Coach Kristin Haynie announced. “I’m excited to welcome Jordan to our program,” Coach Haynie said. “I love how she sees the game—our guards are in great hands. They’ll benefit not only from her experience as an elite player,
Harris named Women’s Basketball Assistant Coach at UNC Wilmington
Story Courtesy Tyler Kish, UNCW Athletics UNCW women’s basketball head coach Nicole Woods has announced the addition of veteran coach Kevin Harris as an assistant coach for the 2025-26 season. “Kevin is a proven winner,” Woods said. “Each program he’s been a part of, he’s helped rebuild. “He is a top-notch skills developer, hard worker, relentless recruiter, and most
NAIA McPherson College hires Moorehead as new Head Women’s Basketball Coach
McPherson College Athletics Director Josh Daume announced that Alex Moorehead has been named Head Women’s Basketball Coach. Coach Moorehead comes to McPherson after a successful four-year stint as the Head Coach at Ave Maria University in Ave Maria, Fla. “We’re excited to welcome Coach Moorehead and his family to McPherson,” Daume said. “He brings a wealth of
Former DePaul standout January returns to Blue Demon’s Staff as Assistant WBB Coach
DePaul women’s basketball head coach Jill M. Pizzotti announced the addition of Jessica January to her staff as an assistant coach. January, a four-year standout for the Blue Demons from 2013-17, returns to Lincoln Park after a successful professional playing career overseas. “It feels incredible to welcome back one of our most decorated alums to the program,”
Former Georgia Tech Coach Nell Fortner named new Head Coach of Canada’s Senior Women’s National Team
Canada Basketball has named Nell Fortner as the next head coach of the Senior Women’s National Team, signalling the start of a new chapter as 25 athletes formally commit to the program through the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. An Olympic gold medallist, FIBA World Champion, former WNBA coach and executive, and recently retired
Traversi, Army agree to mutually part ways
Army West Point Director of Athletics Tom Theodorakis announced that Army West Point and Missy Traversi, head women’s basketball coach, have mutually agreed to part ways. Glenn Rigney has been named interim head coach. A national search to find the next leader of the Army West Point women’s basketball program is underway. The leader will support the Army West
Drake adds Rotert to Women’s Basketball Staff
Drake women’s basketball has added to its coaching staff with the hiring of new assistant Kristin Rotert, Suzie Glazer Burt Head Coach Allison Pohlman announced. Rotert joins assistants Kelli Greenway and Whitney Moia, as well as Director of Operations Cortni Rush and Director of Basketball Analytics & Player Development Becca Hittner, on staff. “We are thrilled to welcome Kristin Rotert to Drake,” Pohlman
Sonius promoted to Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Briar Cliff
Briar Cliff University has announced the promotion of Connor Sonius to Head Women’s Basketball Coach, effective Immediately. “I am excited to announce the promotion of Connor Sonius to Head Coach,” said Tim Jager, Executive Director of Charger Athletics. “Connor has done an outstanding job in all aspects of the women’s program while serving as our full-time assistant. I look forward