Arizona extends volleyball coach Charita Stubbs through 2030 season

Stubbs, a former Arizona volleyball player herself, has been on the volleyball staff for a total of 22 seasons. She was named head coach of the team in January 2023.

“We are pleased to extend Coach Stubbs and recognize the positive trajectory of Arizona Volleyball under her leadership,” Arizona Athletics director Desireé Reed-Francois said in a press release. “The program continues to grow and compete for NCAA Tournament opportunities while supporting student-athlete development in the classroom and the community. We appreciate Coach Stubbs' investment in Arizona Athletics and the Tucson community and look forward to the program's continued success.”

Since becoming head coach three years ago, Stubbs has led Arizona to a 2025 NCAA Tournament appearance and a NIVC title in 2024.

Last season, the Wildcats went 17-13 and finished sixth in the Big 12. Arizona also had three Top-25 upsets.

Throughout her 22 seasons with the program, she’s led Arizona to 15 NCAA Tournament appearances and developed 10 total All-Americans, according to Arizona Athletics.

“I want to thank R. Ken Coit Director of Athletics Desireé Reed-Francois, Arizona President Dr. Suresh Garimella, and our sport administrator Morgan Domenick for their support and for extending my contract to continue to lead this program,” Stubbs said in a press release. “I am excited for the future of Arizona Volleyball and look forward to continuing to push the limits of our program on the court, in the community and in the classroom.”