Ever wondered about the woman who has stood shoulder to shoulder with Geno Auriemma, building the University of Connecticut women's basketball program into a dynasty? Chris Dailey's impact is undeniable, yet much of her personal story remains untold.
For decades, Chris Dailey has been a fixture on the sidelines, a silent force guiding countless young women to victory. Her name is synonymous with UConn women's basketball, a program she helped transform from an underdog to a national powerhouse. While her coaching acumen is widely celebrated, the details of her life away from the court her family, her upbringing, the experiences that shaped her remain largely a mystery to the public. This is the story of Chris Dailey, the person, not just the coach.
Chris Dailey: Biographical and Professional Overview | |
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Full Name | Christine "Chris" Dailey |
Date of Birth | August 9, 1959 |
Place of Birth | New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States |
Nationality | American |
Parents | Robert and Mary Dailey |
Siblings | Edward Dailey, Michael Dailey, Diane Dailey |
Education | St. Peter the Apostle High School Douglass College of Rutgers University (B.S. in Health and Physical Education, 1982) |
Career | Assistant Coach at Rutgers University (1983-1985) Associate Head Coach at University of Connecticut (1988-Present) |
Awards and Recognition | Margo Dydek Award (2017) Girl Scouts Women of Merit Award (2000) |
Salary | $250,035 (as of reported data, subject to change) |
Known For | Long-time Associate Head Coach of the UConn Huskies women's basketball team, instrumental in building the program's national prominence alongside Head Coach Geno Auriemma. |
External Links | UConn Athletics Profile |