Gonzaga head coach Lisa Fortier has been named the 2024 Kathy Delaney-Smith Coach of the Year presented by Her Hoop Stats, recognizing her outstanding performance in leading the Zags to a remarkable season. Since 2014-15, Fortier has achieved a 80.8% winning percentage, the best in program history. Under her leadership, the team finished with a record of 32-4 this season, marking the program's highest win total. They also secured a rare top-16 seed in the NCAA Tournament, showcasing their exceptional performance.

By the Numbers
  • Fortier led the Zags to a 80.8% winning percentage since 2014-15
  • The team finished with a record of 32-4 in the 2024 season
  • Fortier's success has resulted in the team's highest Her Hoop Stats Rating in the HHS Era
State of Play
  • Lisa Fortier is on track to become the winningest coach in program history
  • Gonzaga secured a rare top-16 seed in the NCAA Tournament, reflecting the team's exceptional performance
What's Next

Lisa Fortier's continued success and leadership will likely solidify Gonzaga's position as a force to be reckoned with in women's college basketball, with potential for further record-breaking performances and achievements in the upcoming seasons.

Bottom Line

Lisa Fortier's remarkable coaching tenure and her ability to lead Gonzaga to unprecedented success mark her as a standout figure in women's college basketball, with a promising outlook for the team's future under her leadership.