Sparks fireplace head coach Lynne Roberts after 2 seasons

The Los Angeles Sparks have fired head coach Lynne Roberts, y.

"We’re grateful to Lynne for the dedication and willpower she dropped at the function, which was evident right through our final recreation final night time" mentioned Sparks particular adviser Farhan Zaidi in an announcement. "Lynne has cared deeply about our group and for our gamers and their improvement. We sincerely thank her for every thing she has invested within the Sparks and need her and her household the perfect shifting ahead."

The transfer comes three weeks after d because the franchise's latest basic supervisor, changing Raegan Pebley, who employed Roberts.

Roberts was employed in November 2024 and coached the Sparks for 2 seasons, main the staff to a 37-51 file. This previous season, the Sparks completed with a d and failed to succeed in the n for the sixth straight yr.

Earlier than being employed by the Sparks, Roberts coached the College of Utah girls's staff for 10 seasons, main the Utes to the NCAA event 3 times.