Baton Rouge, LA – In a moment that sent shockwaves across the sports world, LSU women’s basketball head coach Kim Mulkey delivered a fiery and unexpected tirade during a recent press conference, accusing The Washington Post of preparing what she called a “hit piece” and vowing legal action if the story goes public.
The drama unfolded just days before LSU’s Sweet 16 matchup in the NCAA Tournament, turning a routine media session into one of the most talked-about moments of the postseason. In an unprompted opening statement, Mulkey addressed the media directly, saying she had been contacted by a Washington Post reporter multiple times over the past two years, and that she believed the outlet was planning to release a damaging article based on falsehoods and unsubstantiated claims.
> “I’m fed up,” Mulkey said. “I’ve sat back and watched this sleazy reporter from The Washington Post dig into my life, contact former players, assistant coaches, and anyone they can find, trying to paint a negative picture of me—and I’m telling you right now, if they print one lie, I will sue them.”
The comments drew audible gasps from members of the press, with some unsure if they had heard her correctly. Mulkey, known for her fiery personality and unfiltered approach, doubled down.
> “I’m not playing games with these people. I’ve done nothing wrong. I coach basketball. I love my players. And I will not let a national media outlet try to destroy my character because they think it’ll get clicks,” she added.
The Washington Post has not yet published the story in question, and the reporter Mulkey referred to has not issued a public response. However, multiple sources indicate that the investigation could explore allegations of past locker room tension, strained relationships with former players, and criticism surrounding Mulkey’s handling of LGBTQ+ issues—topics that have hovered over her career, particularly from her time at Baylor.
LSU officials have offered limited comment but expressed support for Mulkey. Athletic Director Scott Woodward issued a brief statement:
> “Coach Mulkey has our full backing. We are aware of the situation and are prepared to take the necessary steps to protect our program and our people.”
Social media exploded in the aftermath of Mulkey’s remarks. Supporters praised her for standing up to what they saw as biased media, while critics accused her of deflecting from legitimate questions about her coaching history and treatment of players.
As for the team, players have remained focused on the court, but insiders say the atmosphere behind the scenes is tense. One anonymous staff member noted, “Coach is fired up. She feels attacked, and when she feels like that, she goes into battle mode.”
Whether or not The Washington Post publishes its article remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the spotlight on Kim Mulkey—and the pressure surrounding LSU women’s basketball—h
as never been more intense.
