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Langley Today
By the People, for the People
Washington Extends Women's Basketball Coach Tina Langley Through 2031-32 Season
Langley has led steady improvement in the Huskies program over the past five seasons.
Apr. 3, 2026 at 3:42pm
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A cubist interpretation of the intense action and strategy of a women's basketball game, reflecting the continued growth and success of the Washington Huskies program under coach Tina Langley.Langley TodayThe University of Washington has agreed to a contract extension with women's basketball head coach Tina Langley that will keep her leading the program through the 2031-32 season. Langley, 52, has spent the last five seasons as Washington's head coach, guiding the team to steady improvement each year, including a 22-11 record and NCAA Tournament appearance last season.
Why it matters
Langley's contract extension signals the university's commitment to building a successful women's basketball program and maintaining continuity in the coaching staff. Her track record of improvement at Washington and previous success at Rice University make her a valuable asset to the program.
The details
In Langley's first season at Washington in 2021-22, the Huskies went 7-16 with a 2-12 record in Pac-12 play. Last season, the team won 22 games, the most under Langley's tenure, and qualified for the NCAA Tournament. Prior to joining Washington, Langley spent six seasons as the head coach at Rice University, where she compiled a 126-61 record and won at least 21 games in each of her last five seasons.
- Langley agreed to the contract extension on April 3, 2026.
- Last season, the Huskies went 22-11 and qualified for the NCAA Tournament.
The players
Tina Langley
The 52-year-old head coach of the Washington Huskies women's basketball team, who has led the program to steady improvement over the past five seasons.
Pat Chun
The athletic director at the University of Washington, who announced Langley's contract extension.
What they’re saying
“Over the past five seasons, we have witnessed the continued ascent of Washington women's basketball under the leadership of coach Langley. She has distinguished herself as both an exceptional coach and an outstanding leader. We are fortunate to have her leading our program and look forward to building on the strong foundation she has established.”
— Pat Chun, Athletic Director, University of Washington
“It is an honor and a blessing to serve alongside such a high-character group of young women and outstanding coaching staff. Washington is a special place, and we are so excited for what's to come.”
— Tina Langley, Head Coach, Washington Huskies Women's Basketball
What’s next
The Huskies will look to build on their successful 2022-23 season and make a deeper run in the NCAA Tournament under Langley's continued leadership.
The takeaway
Tina Langley's contract extension demonstrates the University of Washington's commitment to maintaining stability and continuity in the women's basketball program. Her track record of steady improvement and success at both Washington and Rice University make her a valuable asset, and the Huskies will look to capitalize on her leadership in the coming years.