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Alanna Smith and Jessica Shepard bring multi‑year contracts and early promise to the Dallas Wings, who are focused on defensive improvement ahead of their first meeting with the Lynx this season.
UCLA announced on Tuesday that it has extended the contract of women’s basketball coach Cori Close through the 2029‑30 season, a move that locks the program’s most successful coach in place for another half‑decade.
The Tigers are set to rebuild their backcourt, integrate new transfers, and rely on returning stars Mikaylah Williams and MiLaysia Fulwiley for a competitive campaign.
UCLA women’s basketball coach Cori Close has signed a four‑year agreement guaranteeing roughly $2 million annually, placing her among the top 10 highest‑paid coaches in the sport. The contract follows a historic championship season and underscores the program’s commitment to athletic and academic achievement.
The upcoming Basketball Hall of Fame Women's Showcase will feature a doubleheader between UConn and South Carolina, while UCLA and St. John's also meet, marking a new chapter for the Bruins after their championship run.
A look at the upcoming women's basketball doubleheader, the lingering coach rivalry, and the roster changes that could shape the season's early narrative.
John Leonzo and Max Olsan join the Lindenwood women's basketball program, bringing strategic depth and player development expertise.