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Latest News about Chris DeMarco

03/11/2026

The New York Liberty decided not to retain Chris DeMarco after one season, according to a report from ESPN. His 26-18 regular season was followed by a playoff exit in the second round, and the team's late-game timeout decision in a semifinal Game 3 drew criticism.

10/12/2025

The New York Liberty officially introduced Chris DeMarco as the 10th head coach in franchise history at a press event at Barclays Center. He left his long role with the Golden State Warriors to take the job, which had been vacant after Sandy Brondello's departure.

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SummaryChris DeMarco is a basketball coach who spent more than a decade as an assistant on the Golden State Warriors' staff, then served as head coach of the New York Liberty in the WNBA during the 2026 season. The Liberty ended his tenure after one season, a decision reported in November 2026.

Educational Qualification(s)

Colleges
  • Edgewood College
  • Dominican University
DegreesMBA in global management (Dominican University)

Career

NBA
TeamGolden State Warriors
TenureAbout 13 to 14 seasons, including about 11 as an assistant coach
Roles
  • Player development coach
  • Assistant coach
  • Defensive specialist on Steve Kerr's staff
Championships
  • 2015
  • 2017
  • 2018
  • 2022
WNBA
TeamNew York Liberty
RoleHead coach
HiredDecember 2025 (officially announced 10/12/2025; the 2026 season was his first)
OutcomeDismissed after one season, as reported in November 2026
Regular Season Record26-18
PlayoffsUpset the Minnesota Lynx in the first round, then was swept by the Atlanta Dream in the second round
National Team
TeamBahamas men's national basketball team
RoleHead coach
Tenure2019 to 2025

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Before joining the Warriors, he played college basketball at Edgewood College and then at Dominican University.
2. He was reportedly recommended for the Liberty job by NBA player Buddy Hield.
3. He had no prior background in women's basketball before joining the Liberty.
4. He helped the Warriors win four NBA titles during his time on the bench, and was regarded as a defensive specialist.
5. He was an assistant coach at the NBA All-Star Game in 2015 and 2017.
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