New York Liberty fire coach Chris DeMarco after disappointing season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
The New York Liberty fired head coach Chris DeMarco on November 3, 2026, following a season that ended with a disappointing playoff exit. DeMarco, hired less than a year ago, led the team to a 26-18 record and a first-round playoff upset of the Minnesota Lynx but could not advance past the semifinals against the Atlanta Dream. Issues included injuries to key player Satou Sabally and poor decision-making, such as missing a crucial timeout in a close playoff game. This marks the Liberty's third coaching change in three years as they now reassess their direction with a talented core still under contract.
- •Liberty finish the season 26-18 and miss opportunity for a deeper playoff run.
- •DeMarco's tenure lasted less than one year amid high expectations.
- •Key injuries affected the performance, particularly Sabally's limited appearances.
- •New York's coaching staff is under scrutiny after tactical missteps in playoffs.
- •The team seeks its third head coach in three years after controversial season.
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Chris DeMarco firing brings down the curtain on Liberty's tumultuous 2026
"From defensive issues to "ResetGate", DeMarco just wasn't the right fit.
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