The University of Georgia has announced that women’s basketball head coach Katie Abrahamson-Henderson will no longer lead the program, with both parties reaching a mutual agreement to separate on Saturday.
The 59-year-old coach compiled a 69-59 overall record during her four-year tenure leading the Bulldogs. Abrahamson-Henderson took over the program from Joni Taylor, who had succeeded longtime coach Andy Landers following his retirement in 2015.
The Bulldogs concluded this season with a 22-10 record after falling to Virginia 82-73 in overtime during the opening round of the NCAA Tournament. Georgia also made a tournament appearance in 2022, where they were eliminated in the second round by Iowa, led by star player Caitlin Clark.
Athletic director Josh Brooks expressed gratitude for Abrahamson-Henderson’s contributions to the program. “We would like to thank Coach Abe for her leadership and wish her well moving forward,” Brooks stated. “We are committed to building on the proud tradition of Lady Bulldog basketball and will continue to support our program with the necessary resources for future success.”
Brooks also outlined the university’s approach to finding a replacement. “We have an outstanding group of alumni and a dedicated fan base. Our search for a new head coach will focus on someone who will carry on this legacy and connect with our student-athletes, alumni and supporters in an impactful way.”
Prior to joining Georgia, Abrahamson-Henderson served as head coach at Missouri State, Albany, and UCF, guiding multiple teams to NCAA Tournament berths throughout her coaching career.
