Former Warriors Assistant Coach Joins Liberty

Will Sheehey takes assistant coaching role with New York WNBA team.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:39pm

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Former Golden State Warriors assistant coach Will Sheehey has been officially announced as a new assistant coach for the New York Liberty and head coach Chris DeMarco's staff.

Why it matters

Sheehey's move from the NBA to the WNBA represents a notable career transition, as he looks to apply his coaching experience to help develop the Liberty's roster and contribute to the team's success in the upcoming season.

The details

Sheehey spent the past three seasons as an assistant coach with the Golden State Warriors, where he worked closely with the team's players on skill development and game planning. In his new role with the Liberty, he will assist head coach Chris DeMarco in all aspects of the team's operations.

  • Sheehey's hiring was officially announced on April 1, 2026.

The players

Will Sheehey

A former assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors who has now joined the coaching staff of the New York Liberty in the WNBA.

Chris DeMarco

The head coach of the New York Liberty WNBA team, who has brought on Sheehey as a new assistant coach.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to join the Liberty organization and work alongside Chris DeMarco. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the team's growth and success.”

— Will Sheehey, New Assistant Coach, New York Liberty

What’s next

Sheehey will begin his new role with the Liberty immediately as the team prepares for the upcoming WNBA season.

The takeaway

Sheehey's transition from the NBA to the WNBA showcases the growing connections and talent exchange between the professional men's and women's basketball leagues, as coaches look to apply their skills in new environments.