BREAKING NEWS: Electrifying Excitement Erupts at Pete Maravich Assembly Center as LSU Women’s Basketball Icon Seimone Augustus Returns Home to Join Former Team as Senior Coach, Reigniting Championship Dreams and Inspiring a New Generation of Tigers
Baton Rouge, LA – The Pete Maravich Assembly Center was buzzing with energy, pride, and powerful emotion as LSU women’s basketball legend Seimone Augustus made her triumphant return to the program—not as a player, but as the team’s newly appointed senior coach. Fans, alumni, and current players erupted with joy at the official announcement, signaling not only a homecoming for one of LSU’s most iconic athletes, but the start of an exciting new chapter for the Lady Tigers.
Augustus, a native of Baton Rouge and former NCAA All-American, is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in women’s college basketball history. During her time at LSU from 2002 to 2006, she led the Tigers to three consecutive Final Four appearances and earned back-to-back Naismith Player of the Year honors. Her return to the court—this time from the sidelines—marks a full-circle moment that is both sentimental and strategic.
“It’s beyond a dream come true to come back home,” Augustus said during the emotional press conference held center court at the PMAC. “LSU shaped me, challenged me, and gave me a platform to grow into the player and person I became. Now I’m ready to give back and help this new generation reach even greater heights.”
Head Coach Kim Mulkey, who led LSU to its first national championship in 2023, welcomed Augustus with open arms, calling her “a born leader with championship DNA.” Mulkey emphasized that Augustus’s experience as a four-time WNBA champion, Olympic gold medalist, and veteran mentor would be invaluable to a program already brimming with talent and ambition.
“Seimone is LSU royalty. She knows what it takes to compete at the highest level. She knows what it means to wear purple and gold with pride,” said Mulkey. “Her presence will uplift our players, both on and off the court.”
Current players, some of whom grew up idolizing Augustus, expressed enthusiasm and reverence for the new addition to the coaching staff. “Having her here is surreal,” said rising sophomore guard Jada Williams. “We’ve watched her highlights, read about her achievements, and now we get to learn directly from her. It’s motivation like nothing else.”
The return of Augustus comes at a crucial time for LSU. After winning a national title and establishing a reputation for elite recruitment, the Tigers are now focused on building a lasting legacy. Augustus’s arrival is expected to further enhance LSU’s player development, leadership culture, and competitive edge.
Beyond the court, her impact is also expected to resonate in the community. Known for her advocacy in social justice and mentorship, Augustus brings more than just a basketball pedigree—she brings heart, wisdom, and purpose.
As the news of her appointment spreads across the nation, the excitement in Baton Rouge is palpable. Banners are being raised, jerseys dusted off, and fans are already marking their calendars for the upcoming season.
For LSU, this isn’t just a coaching hire. It’s a historic reunion. It’s the rekindling of championship dreams. It’s the return of a legend. And for Seimone Augustus, it’s the beginning of a powerful new legacy—rightwhere it all began.
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