A New Era for CSUB Women's Basketball
Ray Alvarado has been named the new head coach of the California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) women's basketball program, bringing nearly three decades of coaching expertise to the role.
Alvarado previously served as associate head coach and interim head coach at CSUB, and his career includes transformative tenures at Hawai'i Pacific University and College of the Sequoias, where he shaped programs over 13 years.
His vision centers on building a strong team culture that emphasizes both academic achievement and athletic excellence, while prioritizing the recruitment of local talent from the Central Valley.
The upcoming meet‑the‑team event on September 24 at the Icardo Center will give fans a first look at the roster, which includes 15 new players such as Central Valley standouts.
Player Nseije Ortiz praised Alvarado, describing him as clear‑minded and eager to lead the squad toward a powerhouse status rooted in community talent.