ESPN REPORT: LSU Tigers women’s Basketball Head Coach Kim Mulkey Stuns College Basketball World, Rejects Coach Demand…
LSU Tigers women’s basketball head coach Kim Mulkey has recently made headlines by threatening legal action against The Washington Post. She alleges that the newspaper has been pursuing a “hit piece” on her for two years, aiming to publish it during the NCAA Tournament to serve as a distraction. Mulkey criticized the timing of the Post’s inquiries, stating that she was given a deadline to respond to questions just before a crucial game, which she deemed an attempt to prevent her from commenting and to distract her team from the tournament.
In response to the anticipated publication, Mulkey has hired a defamation law firm and declared her intention to sue The Washington Post if it publishes a false story about her. She accused the reporter of attempting to mislead her former assistant coaches and players into providing negative comments by falsely suggesting she had agreed to be interviewed. Mulkey emphasized that such tactics contribute to public distrust in the media.
This controversy adds to a challenging season for Mulkey and the LSU Tigers. After winning the national championship in 2023, the team was eliminated in the Elite Eight by UCLA in the following tournament. Mulkey’s postgame interactions with the media drew criticism from commentators like Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe, who described her demeanor as rude and condescending, despite acknowledging her coaching achievements.
Despite these off-court issues, Mulkey’s coaching record remains impressive. She secured her 100th win at LSU faster than any coach in the university’s history, achieving this milestone in just 114 games. Her overall coaching career includes multiple national championships and a reputation for building successful programs.
Mulkey’s recent actions reflect her commitment to defending her reputation and her team against what she perceives as unfair media scrutiny. As the situation develops, it remains to be seen how this legal threat will impact her relationship with the media and her focus on coaching.
