ESPN NEWS: LSU Women’s Basketball head coach Kim Mulkey officially announced her departure due to….
BATON ROUGE, LA – In a surprising turn of events, LSU Women’s Basketball head coach Kim Mulkey officially announced her departure from the team today, citing personal reasons as the primary factor behind her decision. The highly respected coach, who led the Tigers to multiple successful seasons, including a national championship in 2023, expressed her deep gratitude for the LSU community and her players.
Mulkey, who joined LSU in 2021 after a successful tenure at Baylor, quickly became one of the most recognizable names in women’s college basketball. Under her leadership, the Tigers achieved remarkable success, winning the NCAA title just two years into her time at Baton Rouge, a feat that elevated LSU’s basketball program to national prominence.
“I want to thank everyone at LSU for the opportunity to coach such talented young women,” Mulkey said in a statement. “This decision was not an easy one, but it’s the right one for me and my family at this time. I am grateful for the support of the LSU administration, my staff, and especially the players who gave their all each season.”
LSU athletic director Scott Woodward also addressed Mulkey’s departure, stating, “Kim has been an incredible leader for our women’s basketball program. Her passion for the game, commitment to excellence, and the success she brought to LSU will always be remembered. We support her decision and wish her the best in whatever comes next.”
Mulkey’s departure has raised questions about the future of the program, but sources close to LSU say that a search for her successor is already underway. The Tigers, fresh off their national championship victory, will look to build upon the foundation she established while ensuring a smooth transition for the team.
Mulkey’s decision marks the end of a remarkable chapter in LSU women’s basketball history. Fans and analysts alike will undoubtedly reflect on her achievements and the lasting impact she had on the sport.
