Chicago Sky fans, buckle up! The Windy City team is bringing in a new coach, and it’s none other than Tyler Marsh, the young, ambitious mastermind fresh off back-to-back championship victories with the Las Vegas Aces. After a less-than-stellar season and a disappointing playoff miss, the Sky decided it was time to shake things up. Marsh’s hiring marks a bold pivot from the leadership of former head coach Teresa Weatherspoon, who was shown the door following a series of unfortunate events—mainly involving an injury to star rookie Angel Reese and a crushing late-season slump.
As if the drama wasn’t already juicy, the news broke via agent Andy Miller of Klutch Sports, who likely reveled in dropping the exclusive tidbit to ESPN. The Sky’s fans, who watched their team hover in the seventh seed for most of last season only to free-fall out of the playoff picture, are desperate for a change. Marsh’s arrival might just be the golden ticket to rebooting this storied franchise’s fortunes.
Meet Tyler Marsh: Young Gun with Rings to Spare
If you haven’t been keeping track, Marsh is no stranger to success, and he arrives in Chicago with some serious hardware. Under the wing of coaching guru Becky Hammon, Marsh served as an assistant coach with the Aces, helping guide them to consecutive championships in 2022 and 2023. His resume, despite his age, is nothing short of impressive—he’s coached in both the WNBA and the NBA, including stints with the Indiana Pacers and the Toronto Raptors, where he honed his skills as a player development coach. Throw in three seasons of G-League experience, and you’ve got a coach with the chops to lead this team back into contention.
Did we mention he’s the youngest head coach in the league? Youth, in this case, brings an energy and hunger that Chicago desperately needs. If nothing else, Marsh has the credentials—and now the challenge—to transform the Sky into a powerhouse once again. Can he spark a turnaround? Only time, and some serious player development, will tell.
Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso’s New Mentor
Angel Reese, the Sky’s injured rookie phenom, was quick to react on social media, keeping it simple with a one-letter response: “W.” Whether that stands for “win,” “wow,” or just “we’ll see,” it’s clear that Reese is ready for the Marsh era. Her lighthearted Twitter banter with Aces player Sydney Colson only added fuel to the rivalry fire, as Reese quipped, “Your time is UP. It’s our turn!” Marsh’s arrival could be the key to unlocking even greater potential for young stars like Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, who both possess raw talent and a strong will to win.
The Marsh Effect: Can the Sky Rise Again?
With a coach whose resume is as flashy as his championship rings, the Chicago Sky’s hopes are riding on a new era of talent, determination, and yes, a little swagger. Marsh’s background in player development will be vital as he takes on the challenge of rebuilding the Sky from the ground up. If he can instill the same fire that lit up the Aces, Chicago may just get its wish.
This season, the Sky are all in on the Marsh Effect. So, get your popcorn, because the stakes are high, the pressure is on, and Tyler Marsh is out to prove he can handle the heat. If things go as planned, Chicago might just be the team to watch in the 2024-25 season. And if not? Well, let’s just say the Windy City faithful won’t hold back.