“I’m Not Retiring”: Kim Mulkey Makes Bold Career Admission After LSU Secures Largest Win in Program History

Kim Mulkey has spent decades building winning basketball programs, and she is showing no signs of slowing down. Following LSU’s 2026-27 season opener, which brought the biggest victory in program history, the Tigers’ head coach made one thing clear: retirement is not on her mind. “Y’all be here Thursday, all right?” Mulkey told reporters following LSU’s 129- 35 beating of Southeastern Louisiana, with the clip of her comments posted to the LSU Women’s Basketball Instagram page. “Might be in for a surprise. And no, I’m not retiring. Don’t miss it.