Michigan Women's Basketball Hires Sean Bair as First-Ever General Manager
The University of Michigan women's basketball program has appointed Sean Bair as its first-ever general manager, marking a significant structural expansion for the team. Bair, who previously served as an assistant coach at Penn State for two seasons, will hold a dual role as both an assistant coach and general manager. This hiring follows a historic 2025-26 season where the Wolverines achieved a 28-7 record and reached the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament, falling just short of the Final Four against Texas. Head Coach Kim Barnes Arico expressed enthusiasm about the addition, citing Bair's experience in developing offensive and defensive systems and player development. Bair brings prior coaching experience from Monmouth and Arkansas. The team looks to build on its recent success, returning four key starters including Olivia Olson and Syla Swords, while also adding Stanford transfer Courtney Ogden to the roster. Bair stated he is honored to join Michigan and eager to contribute to the program's championship standards and continued growth within the Ann Arbor community.
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