HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The Alabama A&M Bulldogs have found the next leader of their women's basketball program.
A&M announced the hiring of Dawn Thornton as the school's next women's basketball coach during a press conference Saturday afternoon at the AAMU Events Center.
Thornton replaces Margaret Richards, who resigned in March after eight seasons to pursue other opportunities.
She is the Bulldogs' fifth coach since moving to Division I, having spent the past five seasons coaching at Arkansas-Pine Bluff. Shas compiled a 102-159 record in nine seasons at Prairie View A&M, Shorter and Arkansas-Pine Bluff.
A&M Athletic Director Paul A. Bryant said Thornton is the ideal candidate to strengthen the program.
“I am excited to welcome Coach Dawn Thornton to the Alabama A&M University family as the new head women's basketball coach,” said Bryant. “Coach Thornton's remarkable track record of success both within the SWAC and against formidable opponents outside of the conference speaks volumes about her talent and strategic acumen in the college basketball world. His leadership qualities, combined with his deep understanding of the game, make him the ideal candidate to improve our program.”