Kentucky Seeks New Direction in Women's Basketball After Firing Coach Kyra Elzy

The university faces a $2.475 million buyout and eyes high-profile candidates for a program resurgence.

Kentucky fires women's basketball coach Kyra Elzy after consecutive losing seasons, signaling a major shift for the program.
Elzy's dismissal comes despite a contract extension through the 2026-27 season, with Kentucky owing her a $2.475 million buyout.
Potential candidates to replace Elzy include Jeff Walz, Kenny Brooks, Matthew Mitchell, and Jenny Boucek, each bringing unique strengths to the table.
Elzy's tenure included a memorable SEC tournament championship in 2022 but was marred by a significant decline in performance thereafter.
Kentucky's athletic department is completing an $82 million renovation of Memorial Coliseum, aiming for a resurgence in women's basketball.