The University of South Dakota has secured women's basketball head coach Carrie Eighmey with a new five-year contract extending to the 2030-31 season. Eighmey has led the program to a record of 26-10 in her second year, marking the Coyotes' best Summit League finish since 2021-22 with a 12-4 conference record. This season also saw South Dakota reach the WNIT semifinals for the second time in history, showcasing a significant improvement under Eighmey's leadership.

By the Numbers
  • 26 wins this season is the highest since 2021-22.
  • 15-win improvement from Eighmey's first season, tied for the second-best increase at the Division I level.
State of Play
  • Eighmey has a career coaching record of 285-151 over 14 seasons.
  • USD has a two-year record of 37-30 under Eighmey, with a 17-15 conference record.
What's Next

Eighmey aims to continue building on the recent success of the program, focusing on maintaining and enhancing its competitive edge in the Summit League and aiming for further postseason appearances.

Bottom Line

The ongoing commitment to Eighmey reflects the university's belief in her ability to restore the Coyotes' legacy in women's basketball and elevate the program's national profile.