
Arizona Women’s Basketball Rebuilds Under Becky Burke Ahead of 2025‑26 Season
Head coach Becky Burke navigates roster turnover, staff changes, and a challenging conference schedule as Arizona seeks to restore its competitive edge.
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Head coach Becky Burke navigates roster turnover, staff changes, and a challenging conference schedule as Arizona seeks to restore its competitive edge.

After a rocky debut in the Big 12, coach Becky Burke is reshaping the Arizona Wildcats with a new recruiting class, staff overhaul, and a focus on toughness, aiming to turn early growing pains into postseason contention.
Mickayla Perdue, a former standout player with a decorated collegiate career, is set to begin her coaching journey at Eastern Illinois University, bringing her experience and Midwest roots back to the program.

Mickayla Perdue, a former Horizon League Player of the Year, has transitioned to an assistant role at Eastern Illinois after a wrist injury ended her playing career at Arizona. She will work under head coach Marqus McGlothan, aiming to help the Panthers recover from a disappointing season while sharing the lessons from her own journey.

Eastern Illinois University has appointed Myron Brown and Mickayla Perdue as assistant coaches for the women's basketball team, while also opening season ticket renewals for the upcoming 2026‑27 season.