LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – The Rider University women's basketball team announced the hiring of John Azzinaro as assistant coach for the 2022-23 season. Azzinaro's most recent experience comes as a video coordinator at Binghamton University.
 
"We are thrilled to add someone of John's caliber to our Lady Bronc Family," said Head Coach Lynn Milligan. "He has a passion for the game that is very evident. His playing experience and coaching experience in the G League and the WNBA will make him a perfect fit for our program. Along with Coach Durkin and Coach Nesh, we will have a fantastic staff that will continue to work tirelessly for the benefit of our team on and off the court."
 
Prior to his year at Binghamton, Azzinaro spent two years with the WNBA's Chicago Sky. During his time with the Sky, the team went from a losing record in 2019 to WNBA Champions in 2021. During the 2020 off-season, he spent time as a head coach with the NBA Basketball Without Borders Program.
 
"I am truly excited for this next chapter in my coaching career with the Rider Broncs," said Azzinaro. "I can't wait to get started, and am looking forward to learning under Coach Milligan's 20-plus years of coaching experience."
 
 
Azzinaro got his start coaching with the Iowa Wolves in the NBA G-League, spending a season with the team as a coaching associate.
 
"It's a perfect fit," added Azzinaro. "I love the coaching staff and how connected the team is on and off the floor. I'm ready to hit the ground running and give my all to the program."
 
A four-year member of the basketball team at Bucknell, Azzinaro graduated with over 100 made three-pointers and as a member of the Bison's NCAA Tournament team as a senior in 2017.