UCLA women’s basketball coach has extended her commitment to the program following a historic national championship season, signing a new contract with a modified buyout clause. While she has ruled out leaving for another college position, the future of her potential WNBA coaching aspirations remains uncertain. The agreement introduces financial incentives tied to her next career move, reflecting both institutional confidence and flexibility. Fans and analysts will watch closely as her path forward takes shape.
ROSEMONT, Ill. – Cori Close won’t bolt for another college job, she promises. The WNBA? That remains to be seen. After guiding the UCLA women’s basketball team to its first national championship last spring, Close signed a new contract that included a buyout reduced by 25% if she took a head coaching position in the...
