Chicago is buzzing, and it’s not because of a deep-dish pizza shortage. Tyler Marsh, fresh off the glitz and glam of Las Vegas’ WNBA championships, is the new head coach of the Chicago Sky. He’s traded blackjack tables for the Windy City’s unforgiving winds, and all eyes are on him to turn Angel Reese and her squad into title contenders.
While Marsh’s basketball résumé is stacked (two WNBA rings and an NBA title for good measure), his latest win came off the court. On his 37th birthday, his wife, Kiara Marsh, turned Instagram into a Hallmark card:
“Honey, you are a gift. You pour into the cups of all those who come in contact with you; today I hope yours overflows. Grateful to live this life with you. I love you. Happy birthday, babe. 🙏🏾💜💫”
Cue the collective aww. Marsh responded with a simple “Thank you love! ❤️,” which, let’s be honest, is the digital equivalent of a slam dunk for spouses everywhere.
But back to basketball. Tyler Marsh is stepping into some big shoes—or perhaps a minefield—after Teresa Weatherspoon’s exit. He inherits a Sky team brimming with potential, led by WNBA star Angel Reese. Reese, who set a rookie record for rebounding, is undoubtedly the cornerstone of Chicago’s rebuild.
In a recent interview on the No Cap Space WBB podcast, Marsh didn’t hold back on his admiration for Reese:
“I think she handled her rookie year great. You set a record in rebounding as a rookie? That’s ridiculous. People undersell what she accomplished. Angel is a winner, plain and simple. She’s doubted every year, and yet, she keeps proving everyone wrong.”
Talk about putting the “Angel” in Angel Reese! But Marsh knows the Sky isn’t just about accolades; it’s about grit and growth. “There’s so much to build on with her game,” he added, clearly itching to get started when training camp rolls around.
For a coach making his debut, Marsh has the credentials to inspire confidence. He was part of Becky Hammon’s Las Vegas Aces staff, winning back-to-back WNBA titles. Before that, he dabbled in the NBA, helping the Toronto Raptors claim the 2019 championship. Oh, and let’s not forget his stint with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, where he snagged a G League title.
But this isn’t Vegas or Toronto. This is Chicago, where sports expectations are as frosty as the winter winds. Can Tyler Marsh handle the heat? Or will the pressure cook him faster than a deep-fried pierogi?
As for Angel Reese, she’s no stranger to the spotlight or skepticism. If there’s anyone who can thrive under Marsh’s leadership, it’s the reigning queen of rebounds. Together, they might just turn the Sky into a force to be reckoned with in 2025.
So, happy birthday, Coach Marsh. Here’s hoping your first gift from Chicago isn’t just an oversized parka but also a team ready to soar.
