The University of Minnesota announced this week that it has secured Dawn Plitzuweit’s services through the 2032 season, a move that locks the coach into the program for the better part of the next decade.
Plitzuweit, now in her fourth year at the helm, guided the Gophers to a 2025‑26 campaign that saw the team snap a multi‑year NCAA Tournament drought, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since 2005.
The run was more than a flash in the pan; the Gophers posted a winning record in each of Plitzuweit’s three seasons, consistently breaking the 20‑win barrier and reshaping expectations for women’s basketball in the Big Ten.
A Program on the Rise
With the new contract in place, the university signals a long‑term commitment to building a sustainable powerhouse, investing in facilities, recruiting pipelines and staff development to keep the momentum rolling.
Fans and alumni alike have responded enthusiastically, citing the coach’s ability to blend disciplined defense with an up‑tempo offense as a formula that translates into wins and academic excellence.