Kristy Curry Named Head Coach of USF Women's Basketball
USF Athletics • • sports
Key Points:
- Kristy Curry has been appointed as the seventh head coach of the University of South Florida (USF) women's basketball program, bringing 27 years of collegiate coaching experience and a strong record of success.
- Curry previously led Alabama for 13 seasons, achieving five NCAA Tournament appearances in the last six years and consistent 20-win seasons, including a 24-11 record in the 2025-26 season.
- She has a notable coaching history with stops at Purdue, Texas Tech, and Alabama, highlighted by leading Purdue to the 2001 NCAA championship game and multiple NCAA Tournament deep runs.
- Curry is recognized for her ability to build competitive programs, having guided three different teams to NCAA Tournaments and earning 16 seasons with 20 or more wins.
- USF Athletics, celebrating its 60th season in 2025-26, continues to expand its varsity sports and emphasizes academic success, with student-athletes maintaining a 3.0+ GPA for 22 consecutive semesters.
