LSU women’s basketball announced that it’s adding to its coaching staff with the hiring of team legend Seimone Augustus on Monday.

Augustus is one of the greatest athletes in LSU history, having been a two-time Naismith player of the year during her time with the Tigers from 2002-06 and reaching three NCAA Tournament Final Fours.

For her contributions to LSU women’s basketball, being the key figure in what was the team’s most accomplished period before their recent run, Augustus had her No. 33 jersey retired by LSU and a statue erected in front of the school’s basketball practice facilities.

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After her LSU career, Augustus then went on to become one of the most storied players in WNBA history, finishing her career as an eight-time all-star and four-time league champion with the Minnesota Lynx.

Now, Augustus will return home to her native Baton Rouge on the bench with head coach Kim Mulkey. Augustus most recently held an assistant coach position with the Los Angeles Sparks in 2022.

Augustus will fill the hole in the coaching staff left by the retirement of coach Johnny Derrick, who had been a consistent member of Mulkey’s staff dating back to 2000.

She’ll add another knowledgeable voice to the Tigers, who are looking to return to national championship contention after a season that ended in the Elite Eight. With key players such as Angel Reese and Hailey Van Lith departing from the team, experience like Augustus’ will be valuable.