The WNBA is getting a new coach, and it's a familiar face! Natalie Achonwa, a former star player and current assistant coach at the University of Michigan, has been hired by the Seattle Storm for the 2026 season. But this isn't her first time in the WNBA; she's a four-time Olympian for Canada and played nine seasons in the league. Achonwa was drafted ninth overall by the Indiana Fever in 2014 and also played for the Minnesota Lynx. She's a working mom and the inaugural recipient of the Alex Morgan Foundation's 'Coaching Moms Initiative' grant, which supports high-potential college coaches. Achonwa's hiring is part of first-year head coach Sonia Raman's staff, and she'll join the team after completing the 2025-26 season with Michigan. But here's where it gets interesting: Achonwa's hiring has sparked some controversy. Some fans are questioning whether she's the right fit for the Storm, given her lack of head coaching experience. And this is the part most people miss: Achonwa's success with Michigan has been impressive, but it's not clear if she'll be able to replicate that success with the Storm. So, what do you think? Is Achonwa the right choice for the Seattle Storm? Or is there a better candidate out there? Let us know in the comments!
