
Olivia Gaines Takes the Helm of North Carolina Central Women’s Basketball
New head coach Olivia Gaines brings a winning record, a mentor‑shaped philosophy, and a vision for holistic development to North Carolina Central’s women’s basketball program.
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New head coach Olivia Gaines brings a winning record, a mentor‑shaped philosophy, and a vision for holistic development to North Carolina Central’s women’s basketball program.

North Carolina Central University appoints Olivia Gaines as head coach, enlisting veteran assistants Brett Vana and Rakim Gregory to reshape the women's basketball program.

Olivia Gaines, a former player under Dawn Staley, is now the head coach of North Carolina Central University’s women’s basketball team, aiming to lift the program with high standards and strong player connections.

Olivia Gaines, a rising star in women's college basketball, is named head coach of North Carolina Central University, bringing a proven record of winning seasons and aggressive play.

After a series of impressive coaching stops, Olivia Gaines is now leading North Carolina Central University’s women’s basketball program, promising a transition‑heavy system and a culture built on player relationships.

North Carolina Central University announces Olivia Gaines as its new head women's basketball coach, highlighting a career defined by winning records, player development, and a return to the sidelines after a season as an assistant.