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Geno Auriemma hires Nykesha Sales as assistant coach at UConn

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 7:43 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Geno Auriemma hires Nykesha Sales as assistant coach at UConn
Summary

Nykesha Sales is rejoining the UConn women's basketball program as an assistant coach, announced by Geno Auriemma on August 3. Sales, a former All-American and key player on UConn’s 1995 national championship team, returns after coaching at Georgia. She replaces Jamelle Elliott, who left to pursue a consulting career. Sales ranks seventh in UConn history for points scored and still holds the record for career steals. With experience coaching NCAA Tournament teams under Katie Abrahamson-Henderson, Sales expresses excitement about contributing to UConn’s legacy. The Huskies will start their 2026-27 season on November 5 against Michigan.

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  • •Sales has an extensive playing and coaching background.
  • •She was a crucial player during UConn's first national championship.
  • •Sales helped guide five NCAA Tournament teams during her coaching career.
  • •UConn's 2026-27 season opener is November 5 at Michigan.
  • •The team returns strong players, including Sarah Strong, the reigning National Player of the Year.
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  • 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Geno Auriemma hires former UConn All-American Nykesha Sales to staff
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Nykesha Sales is returning to UConn. The former All-American is joining Geno Auriemma's staff as an assistant after spending four seasons at Georgia.

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