After two consecutive trips to the NCAA Tournament, the Green Bay Athletics Department announced on Wednesday that they would like to see head women's basketball coach Kayla Karius stick around for a long time.

Karius and Green Bay agreed to an contract extension that will see her lead the Phoenix until the 2034-2035 season. She has kept up the tradition of winning at Green Bay that was started by Carol Hammerle and continued by Kevin Borseth and Matt Bollant. Karius has led the Phoenix to a 54-15 overall record, and 36-4 record in Horizon League play. In addition to her conference tournament titles, the trophy case includes a coach of the year award last year and seven All-Horizon League awards for her players, including last year's conference Player of the Year Jenna Guyer.

"She has done an amazing job since her arrival two years ago and truly embodies The Green Bay Way in every aspect of her leadership," said athletic director Josh Moon We are excited to watch her continue to build on the rich tradition of this program and take us to new heights in the years ahead."

Karius was equally thrilled to continue her reign at her alma mater. "This is a destination school for players and for coaches," Karius said. "I fell in love with this program as a young girl and want nothing more than to see it flourish. My family and I are proud to show recruits, current student-athletes, and fans that Green Bay is home!"