Overview

• Rachid Meziane, a French coach with a decorated career in international basketball, has been named the new head coach of the Connecticut Sun.
• Meziane previously coached Villeneuve d’Ascq to a Ligue Feminine de Basketball Championship and a EuroLeague runner-up finish, as well as leading Belgium to their first FIBA European Women’s Championship gold medal in 2023.
• The hiring continues a trend of male coaches entering the WNBA, with four men now leading teams in the 12-team league, sparking concerns from fans about gender equity in coaching roles.
• Connecticut Sun leadership praised Meziane’s basketball IQ and international experience, citing his ability to elevate the team and align with the organization's vision for success.
• The move comes during a period of significant coaching turnover in the WNBA, with six head coach vacancies filled this offseason and two positions still open for the Wings and Mystics.