LSU Women’s Basketball Coach Kim Mulkey Signs 10-Year Contract Extension
BATON ROUGE, LA – In a move that solidifies her commitment to the LSU Tigers women’s basketball program, head coach Kim Mulkey has signed a landmark 10-year contract extension. The announcement, made earlier today, ensures Mulkey will remain at the helm of the Tigers for the foreseeable future, providing stability and continuity to a program she has already transformed.
Mulkey’s impact on the LSU women’s basketball team has been nothing short of remarkable. Since her arrival, she has elevated the program to new heights, culminating in a national championship victory in 2023. Her coaching prowess, recruiting acumen, and unwavering dedication have revitalized the team’s spirit and instilled a winning culture.
The 10-year extension reflects LSU’s unwavering confidence in Mulkey’s ability to lead the program to continued success. The university recognizes her invaluable contributions and her profound impact on the athletes, the university, and the broader community. The long-term commitment ensures the stability necessary for sustained excellence and the development of a winning tradition.
The terms of the contract extension remain undisclosed, but it’s widely anticipated to be one of the most lucrative coaching contracts in women’s college basketball. This substantial financial commitment underscores LSU’s dedication to investing in its women’s athletic programs and its commitment to achieving national prominence.
Mulkey expressed her gratitude to LSU for their unwavering support and expressed her excitement about the future of the program. She stated her commitment to building upon the team’s recent success and continuing to develop a program that excels both on and off the court. The 10-year extension represents a significant milestone for LSU women’s basketball, signaling a bright and promising future under the continued leadership of Coach Mulkey.
