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Female coaches in Maine girls basketball nearly doubled since 2019, with young former players now leading teams and strengthening athlete connections.
The 31st Chrissanne Burns Memorial Tournament in Augusta features four Maine high school girls basketball teams all coached by women, reflecting a national trend: female head coaches in Maine’s varsity girls basketball programs have nearly doubled since 2019-20, rising from 28 to 50.
Many of these coaches, like Alex Bessey and Brianne Maloney, are young former players who bring relatability and strong connections with their athletes.
Players say female coaches offer greater trust and understanding, improving communication and mental preparation.
The tournament highlights a growing shift in youth sports, with more women in leadership roles and serving as role models.
Las entrenadoras femeninas en el baloncesto femenino de Maine casi se duplicaron desde 2019, con jóvenes ex jugadoras ahora liderando equipos y fortaleciendo las conexiones entre atletas.