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CSUB promotes Ray Alvarado to head coach of women's basketball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 1:01 AM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

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Summary

Cal State Bakersfield has officially named Ray Alvarado as the head coach for its women's basketball program as of July 8, 2026. Alvarado previously served as interim head coach after taking over following the administrative leave of former head coach Ari Wideman. He joined CSUB as associate head coach in summer 2025 and has a strong coaching background, including stints at Hawaii Pacific University and the College of the Sequoias. Alvarado aims to revitalize a program that finished last season with a 7-23 overall record. He plans to implement an up-tempo offense and a hardworking defensive style that reflects the Central Valley's values.

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By the Numbers

•Ray Alvarado takes over as CSUB women's basketball head coach.
•He was promoted from interim status after coaching the last two Big West games.
•Alvarado previously led successful programs at Hawaii Pacific University and College of the Sequoias.
•CSUB women's basketball aims to improve after a 7-23 season.
•Alvarado plans an up-tempo offense and strong defensive philosophy.

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1:01 AMYahoo Sports — CSUB removes interim tag, names Alvarado women's basketball head coach

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Cal State Bakersfield announced another head coach hiring on Tuesday, but this was done simply by removing the interim tag off Ray Alvarado as women’s basketball coach. Alvarado was hired as the CSUB associate head coach in summer 2025 and was suddenly named interim head coach when the university put former head coach Ari Wideman on administrative leave in March. Alvarado coached the ...
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