Arizona State University Hires New Head Coach

TEMPE, Ariz. — In a significant move for their women’s basketball program, Arizona State University has announced the hiring of Molly Miller as the new head coach. Miller steps in to fill the position following the dismissal of Natasha Adair, who concluded her tenure with a disappointing 29-62 record over three seasons.

Molly Miller’s Coaching Background

At just 38 years old, Miller has made a name for herself in the collegiate basketball world, most notably during her time at Grand Canyon University. She led the Lopes to a historic season, clinching their first-ever Western Athletic Conference (WAC) championship title and securing a much-coveted spot in the NCAA tournament this year. The team entered the tournament with an impressive 30-game winning streak, although their journey ended in the first round with a loss to Baylor.

Record of Success

During her five successful seasons as head coach at Grand Canyon, Miller posted an outstanding 117-38 overall record, including an impressive campaign this year that saw her team finish with a remarkable 32-3 record.

Gratitude from Grand Canyon University

In a statement released Saturday, Grand Canyon's athletic director Jamie Boggs expressed gratitude for Miller's contributions, stating, “We would like to thank coach Molly Miller for leading our program for five seasons, culminating in the first conference title and NCAA Tournament appearance for women’s basketball. We wish her the best in her new opportunity.”

Previous Achievements

This is not the first time Miller has showcased her coaching prowess. Before her tenure at Grand Canyon, she built an impressive resume at Drury University, her alma mater, where she amassed a staggering 180-17 record over six seasons. Her consistent track record suggests that she is poised to bring a new era of success to Arizona State’s women’s basketball team.

Future Aspirations for Arizona State

With the hiring of Miller, Arizona State hopes to turn the program around and compete at a higher level in the competitive Pac-12 landscape. Fans and players alike are eager to see how her innovative strategies and leadership will influence the team’s dynamics moving forward.