Christopher Newport women's basketball head coach Bill Broderick has been named a finalist for the Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) National Coach of the Year award for the third consecutive season. Despite the loss of key players and dealing with multiple injuries, Broderick led the team to their fifth consecutive conference title and their eighth consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, with a 27-2 overall record. The team also led the nation in bench scoring and ranked highly in scoring and turnover margin.

By the Numbers
  • Christopher Newport University finished the season with a 27-2 overall record.
  • The team led the nation in bench scoring with an average of 36.1 points per game.
  • CNU ranked eighth in Division III in scoring margin with +23.5 and sixth in turnover margin with +10.28.
State of Play
  • Bill Broderick has been named a finalist for the WBCA National Coach of the Year award for the third consecutive season.
  • Despite challenges including player injuries and losses, the team secured their fifth consecutive conference title and eighth straight NCAA Tournament appearance.
Bottom Line

Bill Broderick's exceptional coaching led the Christopher Newport women's basketball team to continued success, overcoming player challenges to achieve a remarkable season with multiple accolades and accomplishments.