Ana Llanusa has been appointed head coach of the Norman High School girls basketball program, stepping into a role that opens after Chad Thrailkill accepted a position at Bethany. The Tigers finished the previous season with an 8‑16 record, a stark contrast to the deep playoff run they achieved the year before.
A Local Hero Returns
Llanusa brings a résumé that includes a five‑star recruiting pedigree and a Class 6A state title earned in 2017, milestones that marked her high school career as one of the most celebrated in Oklahoma basketball history.
Her collegiate experience at the University of Oklahoma from 2017 to 2023 saw her average 14.3 points per game, a testament to her scoring consistency and versatility on the court.
The new coach shares a professional history with Thrailkill, who originally recruited her to Oklahoma and now watches from Bethany as she takes the reins of the program she once helped elevate.
With the team looking to rebound from a challenging season, Llanusa’s blend of local roots, deep program knowledge, and proven leadership aims to restore competitiveness and perhaps guide the Tigers back to the Class 6A semifinals.