Utah State Dismisses Women's Basketball Coach Kayla Ard

Following a challenging season, Kayla Ard announces her firing in a postgame interview, marking the end of her four-year tenure.

Kayla Ard, Utah State women's basketball coach, announced her dismissal in a postgame interview after a first-round exit in the Mountain West tournament.
The Aggies concluded the season with a 5-25 record, prompting the decision to seek a new direction for the team.
Ard's tenure at Utah State spanned four years, during which the team amassed a 24-90 overall record and a 10-62 mark in conference play.
Athletic Director Diana Sabau expressed appreciation for Ard's contributions but stated the need for a change in the program's leadership.
Ard was informed of her firing just before the postgame media session, leading to an awkward announcement of her departure.