Des Abeyta has been appointed as an assistant coach for the University of Denver women's basketball team, marking a significant addition to head coach Erik Johnson's staff. Known for her experience coaching the Mexican Women's National Team and as an assistant at Santa Clara, Abeyta is expected to bring her expertise and passion to the program. Coach Johnson praised her recruitment skills and anticipated impact on player development, highlighting her track record and coaching experience at various levels, including NCAA Division II.

By the Numbers
  • Abeyta guided Santa Clara to a 24-10 record, with a 13-5 mark in the West Coast Conference.
  • During her tenure at Sonoma State, she led the team to 48 wins, including 36 in conference play over three seasons.
State of Play
  • Abeyta is coming off a season with Santa Clara, where she contributed to a postseason appearance.
  • Erik Johnson has also recently hired Abi Olajuwon and Jasmine Gill to strengthen the coaching staff.
What's Next

As Abeyta joins the Pioneers, her focus will shift to integrating her coaching strategies and international experience into the team鈥檚 framework. The upcoming season will be pivotal as the staff looks to implement new tactics aimed at improving team performance and player success.

Bottom Line

The addition of Des Abeyta to the Denver women's basketball coaching staff represents a commitment to enhancing the program鈥檚 competitive edge. Her extensive coaching background and impactful recruitment strategies are poised to drive the team's growth in the coming seasons.