Anna Nimz has been named the 10th head coach of the University of North Alabama (UNA) women's basketball program. Previously, she transformed Northwestern State's struggling team into a Southland Conference contender, achieving an 18-14 record last season. Nimz has demonstrated consistent success throughout her coaching career, securing multiple winning seasons and earning community outreach awards. Her leadership style emphasizes player connections and community engagement, essential for continuing UNA's recent momentum.

By the Numbers
  • Northwestern State's recent season record: 18-14, with 14 conference wins - both were program bests in over a decade.
  • Nimz's overall coaching record includes 192 wins across various colleges.
State of Play
  • UNA's women's basketball team finished last season with a record of 17-14, marking the most wins since 2019-20.
  • The program secured its first postseason win since 2020, advancing to the Atlantic Sun Conference Quarterfinal Round.
What's Next

A formal introduction press conference for Nimz is expected soon, aiming to strengthen community and campus relationships, and further boost the program's success.

Bottom Line

Nimz's appointment represents a strategic move to build on the positive momentum of UNA's women鈥檚 basketball, signaling a new era of potential growth and success for the program.