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Sonia Raman Makes History as Seattle Storm Head Coach

10/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sonia Raman has been appointed Seattle Storm head coach, becoming the first person of Indian descent to hold a WNBA head coaching position.
Raman previously served as an assistant coach for the New York Liberty and the Memphis Grizzlies.
She signed a multi-year deal with the Storm.
She succeeds Noelle Quinn after the Storm's 23-21 season and playoff exit.
Raman's coaching includes over a decade at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

History

Historical Context

In 2023, Sonia Raman became the first head coach of Indian descent in the WNBA, following her roles with the New York Liberty and Memphis Grizzlies. This milestone reflects a broader trend toward diversity in sports leadership, echoing the achievements of pioneers like Suzie McConnell-Serio, who was named WNBA Coach of the Year in 2004 and later inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.

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Story summary

Sonia Raman has been appointed Seattle Storm head coach, becoming the first person of Indian descent to hold a WNBA head coaching position.
Raman previously served as an assistant coach for the New York Liberty and the Memphis Grizzlies.
She signed a multi-year deal with the Storm.
She succeeds Noelle Quinn after the Storm's 23-21 season and playoff exit.
Raman's coaching includes over a decade at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

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