Cal State San Marcos women's basketball head coach Renee Jimenez has stepped down to take the same position at UC Santa Barbara, following a successful tenure at CSUSM.

By the Numbers
  • CSUSM finished the season with a 27-7 overall record, clinching its first NCAA Division II West Regional Championship Title.
  • Jimenez achieved her fourth career CCAA Women's Basketball Coach of the Year award.
  • During her time at CSUSM, Jimenez led the team to three CCAA Regular-Season Championships and two CCAA Tournament Championships.
Yes, But

While Jimenez's departure marks the end of an era for CSUSM, her success has set a high standard for the program's future leadership.

State of Play
  • CSUSM will start a national search for the next head coach immediately.
  • UC Santa Barbara is poised to benefit from Jimenez's leadership and experience as they move forward with their women's basketball program.
What's Next

CSUSM will need to find a new head coach to build on Jimenez's successful legacy and continue the team's winning tradition.

Bottom Line

Renee Jimenez's departure from CSUSM marks the end of a successful era for the women's basketball team, setting a high standard for the program's future leadership and paving the way for new opportunities at UC Santa Barbara.