LSU, Kim Mulkey and NC State
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Kim Mulkey showed up in style for the LSU women's basketball team's Sweet 16 showdown against NC State as March Madness rolls on and the internet had jokes.
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No. 9 NC State plays No. 10 LSU in the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Tournament.
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LSU built a lead early on, 23-15 after the first quarter, then the Wolfpack had a strong second quarter to take a 40-36 lead at the half.
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The No. 3-seeded LSU Tigers women's basketball team pulled off an impressive win over the No. 2-seeded NC State Wolfpack in the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday. Tigers head coach Kim Mulkey has never been afraid to display her fiery personality.
LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey brought her A-game with an incredible black powersuit with gold accents for the Tigers' Sweet 16 showdown vs. NC State.
“Kim is the best in the locker room I’ve ever seen,” said former director of women’s basketball operations Johnny Derrick, who worked with Mulkey from 2000 to 2024. “Her ability to know when to push a kid, when to love them, when they need a day off — she’s just got a feel for it.”
Kim Mulkey’s approach to coaching transcends the standard practices of collegiate athletics. Renowned for her candid nature, Mulkey fosters an environment where players are challenged to meet high standards.
The Wolfpack had no answers for Tigers' forward Aneesah Morrow, who put together a dominant performance with a game-high 30 points and 19 rebounds, including nine offensive boards, three steals and two blocks. Starters Mikaylah Williams and Sa'Myah Smith combined for another 40 LSU points.
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From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day. During an appearance on ESPN 104.5 Baton Rouge on Tuesday, LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey offered her thoughts and prayers to the Trojans star guard.
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