"I think Cori is a connector. She connects with her players, she connects with the community, she connects with powerful women that can help her as well as her players. She uses her voice. I think she's very in tune with the state of our game. Very in tune. She doesn't mind sharing. That's the key. You've got to be able to share what you know in order for our game to grow."
"For years, she's been labeled a better motivator than a tactical strategist you count in crunch time. But here she is with the best UCLA team ever in the NCAA title game for the first time, going head-to-head with Staley."
Cori Close is leading UCLA to the NCAA women's basketball national championship, seeking her first title after 15 years of building the program. Despite being previously viewed as a motivator rather than a strategist, her success is changing perceptions. Close has learned from past experiences, including a significant loss in the Final Four, by engaging with players and seeking their feedback. She is now recognized alongside coaching legends, with peers like Dawn Staley acknowledging her ability to connect with players and advocate for the sport's growth.
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