Meet Gabe Lazo: UCF's New Head Coach Ready to Lead the Knights to Victory
Gabe Lazo, a former assistant coach for the Lady Vols basketball team, has been appointed as the new head coach for the UCF women's basketball team. This announcement came shortly after Lazo joined LSU coach Kim Mulkey's coaching staff. Lazo, a Miami native, left his position at Tennessee and was succeeded by Bill Ferrara, the former associate head coach at Florida State. Lazo was considered for head coaching positions at USF, Memphis, and UCF before accepting the assistant coach role at LSU. In a statement, Lazo expressed his excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to lead the UCF team and looks forward to competing in the Big 12 conference.
Lazo's appointment as the head coach of the UCF women's basketball team marks a significant moment for the Sunshine State native. He replaces Sytia Messer, who served as the Knights' coach for four seasons. Lazo's Florida roots and coaching experience position him well to lead the UCF team to success in the competitive Big 12 conference. Knight Nation can anticipate a new era under Lazo's leadership, characterized by strong relationships with student-athletes and a commitment to excellence on the court.