After a rivalry win over Michigan State in front of 11,627 fans at Crisler Center, Michigan head coach Kim Barnes Arico joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about what she’s building in Ann Arbor — and why this team is still sharpening, not managing, as March approaches.
In this episode, Coach Barnes Arico discusses:
• The moment she looks around and realizes Michigan women’s basketball has become “really special”
• Why defense is the identity of this team — and how forcing 24 turnovers sparked the MSU win
• Brooke’s Defensive Player of the Year-level impact and leadership edge
• Lessons learned from battling veteran powerhouses like UCLA
• Navigating a brutal final stretch against ranked Big Ten opponents
• Why this young roster is still getting better in late February
• The message to her team heading into the Big Ten Tournament
Coach Barnes Arico shares insight into process over pressure, staying present, and building something sustainable — not just for this season, but for the future of Michigan women’s basketball.
Go Blue.
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