The New York Liberty hired four-time NBA Champion Chris DeMarco as the franchise’s head coach on Wednesday.
DeMarco spent 14 seasons with the Golden State Warriors, including 11 as an assistant coach, where he helped lead the team to four NBA Championships in 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2022. In Golden State, DeMarco played a pivotal role on Steve Kerr’s coaching staff, largely focusing on the team’s individual skill development and systems, that ultimately culminated in one of the most successful dynasties in modern basketball history.
The Liberty fired former head coach Sandy Brondello in September.
“After a thorough search, we could not be more thrilled to welcome Chris DeMarco as our head coach,” said Jonathan Kolb, the general manager of the New York Liberty. “Throughout the process, our goal was clear: identify a leader who could elevate our culture, implement elite-level systems, and bring a modern vision for how to guide this franchise forward on the court.”
DeMarco also has served as head coach of the Bahamas Men’s National Team since 2019. Under his leadership, the team achieved its most significant victory in program history, defeating host Argentina in the 2024 Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament final. He has also been a featured coach at Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Americas, mentoring top international prospects and advancing the game globally.
“I’m incredibly honored to join the Liberty and proud to help carry forward the standard this franchise has set – excellence on the court and a strong connection to the community,” DeMarco said. “The chance to work with some of the greatest players in basketball, supported by an exceptional front office and ownership group, is the kind of opportunity every coach dreams of. I can’t wait to get started – building on the winning foundation and culture that make the New York Liberty so special.”
A native of Appleton, Wisc., DeMarco becomes the 10th Liberty head coach.
