Mary Klinger retires, Audrey Taylor named Rutgers Prep girls basketball coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:54 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Mary Klinger, a Hall of Fame girls basketball coach, retires after 42 seasons at Rutgers Prep, where she achieved 757 career victories and three state championships. Audrey Taylor, previously the head coach at Franklin and Klinger’s assistant last season, will take over. Klinger announced her decision on June 11, stating she felt it was time to step aside after reflecting on the past year. Taylor aims to honor Klinger’s legacy and continue the program's success. Klinger plans to remain involved in basketball through various initiatives, including coaching camps and working with USA Basketball.
- •Mary Klinger retires after 42 seasons at Rutgers Prep
- •Audrey Taylor, former Franklin coach, takes over
- •Klinger achieved 757 wins and three state titles
- •Klinger plans to stay involved with basketball
- •Taylor aims to uphold Klinger’s legacy in coaching
- 9:54 PMYahoo Sports — Klinger retires, Taylor new head Rutgers Prep girls basketball coach
"Hall of Fame girls basketball coach Mary Klinger retires after 42 years at Rutgers Prep, with former Franklin mentor Audrey Taylor taking over
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