Connecticut Sun Names Rachid Meziane Head Coach

The Connecticut Sun has appointed Rachid Meziane as their new head coach, marking a significant shift in leadership as they aim for a WNBA championship. Meziane, who hails from France, previously led the Belgian national team to a FIBA EuroBasket title and coached the French club Villeneuve d’Ascq to a Ligue Feminine de Basketball Championship and a EuroLeague runner-up finish. He takes over from Stephanie White, who recently joined the Indiana Fever. The Sun also announced a change in their management team, promoting Morgan Tuck to general manager. Meziane is noted for his international coaching experience and his ability to enhance team performance, aligning with the Sun's vision and values. This move is part of a broader transition period for the Sun, as they manage changes in both coaching and player roster dynamics.