Virginia Tech has swiftly secured Megan Duffy as their new head coach for women’s basketball, filling the void left by Kenny Brooks’ departure to Kentucky. The process took just one week, with Virginia Tech’s athletic director, Whit Babcock, making the announcement about Duffy’s hiring.
Duffy comes with an impressive track record, having spent the past five seasons coaching at Marquette, where she achieved a notable 110-46 overall record and a 64-30 record in the Big East conference. Under her leadership, Marquette made consecutive appearances in the NCAA Tournament, showcasing her ability to guide teams to success on the national stage. Her experience extends beyond Marquette, including a successful stint at Miami of Ohio, where she consistently achieved 20-win seasons.
As Duffy steps into her new role, her immediate focus will be on connecting with the current players on Virginia Tech’s roster who have not yet entered the transfer portal. While some players like Clara Strack and Georgia Amoore have already entered with plans likely to join Brooks at Kentucky, there are key players still considering their options. Names like Carleigh Wenzel, Matilda Ekh, Rose Micheaux, and Carys Baker remain pivotal for Duffy to retain, as they could play significant roles in the team’s future success.
Virginia Tech fans are optimistic about Duffy’s ability to replicate her past success in the competitive ACC conference and lead the team to continued NCAA Tournament appearances.
