Ep 2892 How Did Cori Close Build a Championship Culture at UCLA?

https://teachhoops.com/⁠ Cori Close’s UCLA rebuild is a blueprint for any coach trying to modernize a program with tradition: build a culture that scales, develop talent on purpose, and train the mental game like it’s part of practice. Why this matters: UCLA just won the 2026 NCAA women’s national championship with a dominant 79–51 win over South Carolina. 1) Culture: “Broom + Shovel” leadership Close uses a broom and shovel as daily reminders: serve first (broom) and dig below the surface …