Ep. #69 | Cori Close | The Coach Mark Gottfried Show
Update: 2025-05-29
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On this episode of the Coach Mark Gottfried Show, Coach Gottfried sits down with longtime friend and UCLA Women’s Basketball Head Coach, Cori Close. They discuss Cori’s journey from assistant coach to building one of the nation’s premier programs, her coaching philosophy shaped by mentors like Coach John Wooden, and the importance of character, growth, and purpose in leadership. The conversation also delves into the evolving landscape of women’s basketball, the challenges and opportunities brought by NIL and the transfer portal, and how Cori stays grounded in her values while striving for excellence on and off the court.
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