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SMU names Adia Barnes new women's basketball coach after 9 seasons at her alma mater Arizona

  • SMU hired Adia Barnes as their new women's basketball coach on April 5, 2025, in Dallas.
  • The hiring followed SMU's decision to fire Toyelle Wilson after a 10-20 season and rocky ACC transition.
  • Barnes, a former WNBA player, coached Arizona for nine seasons, achieving a 169-114 record before joining SMU.
  • Barnes stated, "Having seen the commitment and alignment on the Hilltop, I believe we can compete on the national stage and for ACC championships."
  • SMU anticipates Barnes will lead the team to greater success and relevancy after only one NCAA Tournament appearance since 2008.
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Adia Barnes takes over as SMU's women's basketball coach

SMU named Adia Barnes, formerly of Arizona, as its head women's basketball coach.

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SMU names Adia Barnes new women's basketball coach after 9 seasons at her alma mater Arizona

Adia Barnes was named SMU's new women's basketball coach after nine seasons at Arizona, where she led the Wildcats to the national championship game four years ago.

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