Auburn’s athletic department has announced the departure of head women’s basketball coach Johnnie Harris.
Harris compiled a 58-63 record over four seasons at Auburn, with only two postseason appearances. She guided the Tigers to a 16-15 record and an NIT appearance in the 2022-23 season. The team improved to 20-12 last season, earning its first NCAA Tournament berth since 2019.
Athletic director John Cohen released the following statement:
“After a thorough review of our women’s basketball program, I have made the difficult decision that a leadership change is in the best interest of Auburn University,” Auburn athletics director John Cohen said in a statement. “I have a tremendous amount of respect and admiration for Johnnie. Having worked with her for more than a decade at two institutions, I know Johnnie is an exceptional person with a great basketball mind. I thank Johnnie for the way she represented Auburn and for her contributions to our women’s basketball program. While these decisions are never easy, the program must move in a new direction.”
A national search for a new women’s basketball coach has began already.
