Dallas Wings hire USC assistant Chris Koclanes as head coach

The Dallas Wings hired Chris Koclanes as the franchise's new head coach, the team announced Monday.

Koclanes has more than a decade of experience as an assistant coach in the WNBA and Division I women's basketball.

“We are thrilled to welcome Chris Koclanes as the new head coach of the Dallas Wings,” said Curt Miller, executive vice president and general manager. “Throughout our extensive search and interview process, Chris continued to rise to the top and check the boxes of our important pillars. He is a servant leader who places a high value on connection, collaboration, and a positive and consistent communication style with all those he coaches."

Koclanes worked with Miller in Connecticut on his staff from 2016-22 and helped the Sun reach the WNBA Finals in 2019 and 2022. Miller was hired as the Wings' general manager last month.