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From HR to Head Coach: A 0-25 Team's Miraculous Turnaround
5 Mar
Summary
- An HR employee became head coach of a winless basketball team.
- The team had lost 25 games before their new coach took over.
- Under the new coach, the team won their first game and improved their record.
Kristin Caruso, an HR representative at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU), unexpectedly became the head coach of the women's basketball team. The Blue Devils had amassed a 0-25 record before Caruso took the helm.
Caruso, who previously played for UConn and coached under Geno Auriemma, had not coached in 15 years. She was thrust into the role on January 8, 2025, with a game just hours away.
Despite the dire circumstances, the team secured their first win on January 9, 2025, against Long Island University. This marked a significant turnaround, with the Blue Devils going on to win nine of their final fourteen games under Caruso's guidance.
Throughout the difficult season, which concluded with a 1-27 record, players and coaches focused on daily improvement and team cohesion. Seniors like Lucia Noin and Cierra Pearson emphasized resilience and lessons learned.
The team's season culminated with a 86-75 victory on Senior Night, February 21, 2026, marking their second win of the season. This triumph was a significant moment for the team and coach Caruso.
