Paige Bueckers Compares Geno Auriemma to New Wings Coach
Summary
Paige Bueckers, a former UConn star and No. 1 pick for the Dallas Wings, compared the Wings' new coach Jose Fernandez to her college coach Geno Auriemma. Bueckers praised Fernandez's discipline, communication, and player-focused approach as the Wings prepare for a new season after a tough rookie year.Key Facts
- Paige Bueckers played five years at UConn under coach Geno Auriemma and won a national championship in 2025.
- Bueckers said goodbye emotionally to Auriemma after the 2025 championship game.
- The Dallas Wings chose Bueckers as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft.
- Bueckers had a strong rookie year, earning All-Star, All-WNBA, and Rookie of the Year honors.
- The Wings had a poor 2025 season with a 10-34 record and fired their first coach Chris Koclanes.
- Jose Fernandez became the Wings’ new head coach in 2026.
- Bueckers said Fernandez reminds her of Auriemma because of his discipline, structure, and clear team culture.
- The Wings also drafted Azzi Fudd, Bueckers’ former UConn teammate, and hope to improve this season starting in May 2026.
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