Former WNBA Veteran Courtney Paris Joins Sky Coaching Staff
CHICAGO (December 18, 2024) — The Chicago Sky announced today that former WNBA veteran and collegiate standout Courtney Paris will join Head Coach Tyler Marsh’s staff as an assistant coach.
“I am deeply honored and grateful to Jeff and Tyler for the opportunity to join the Chicago Sky organization,” Paris said. “Through this process, I’ve had the chance to get to know Tyler, and I am truly inspired by his vision and leadership. I’m eager to support him and the entire coaching staff as we work together to elevate this team.
“Having immense respect for the players—both from competing against them and through my coaching journey—I am committed to being a resource for them, not only on the court but also in their growth off the court. Our shared goals and dedication drive my excitement to contribute to this team’s success. I can’t wait to get to work!”
Paris was selected by the Sacramento Monarchs as the seventh overall pick in the 2009 WNBA Draft. Over her 11 season WNBA career, Paris played for the Tulsa Shock and Dallas Wings, before heading to Seattle where she won a championship with the Storm in 2018. She was a two-time WNBA Peak Performer award winner (2014, 2015) in Rebounds and the WNBA Community Assist Award winner in August of 2009. She also played nine seasons overseas in Turkey, Spain and Israel.
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