Jeff Walz discusses new coaching hires for Louisville women's basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:11 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Louisville women's basketball coach Jeff Walz addressed the media on June 15, outlining new staff additions ahead of the 2026-27 season. Following a Sweet 16 exit, he appointed Mike Bradbury, Joanna Bernabei-McNamee, and Gina Cerezuela Robuste to strengthen the coaching lineup. Walz praised Bradbury's experience as a successful head coach and highlighted Bernabei-McNamee's talent evaluation skills. He also promoted Jonneshia Pineda to associate head coach and Selim Aldag to assistant coach to bolster the existing staff. Walz aims to integrate diverse backgrounds into the program as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Walz met with the media on June 15 at the Planet Fitness Kueber Center.
- •Mike Bradbury joins after a decade at New Mexico, boasting a winning record.
- •Joanna Bernabei-McNamee previously led Boston College for eight seasons.
- •Gina Cerezuela Robuste will assist in international recruiting efforts.
- •Jonneshia Pineda and Selim Aldag received internal promotions within the staff.
- 9:11 AMYahoo Sports — What Jeff Walz expects new coaching hires will bring to Louisville WBB
"Louisville Cardinals women's basketball coach Jeff Walz spoke about UofL staff additions Mike Bradbury, Joanna Bernabei-McNamee and more.
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