Mike Thibault

Washington Mystics guard Ariel Atkins, wearing a white Mystics uniform with red accents, stands with both hands on her hips.

Why the Washington Mystics made the ‘difficult’ choice to trade Ariel Atkins

By Jenn Hatfield / February 24, 2025

Washington got back two draft picks and a future pick swap, which could help it solidify a young core

Washington Mystics head coach Sydney Johnson, Mystics general manager Jamila Wideman and Monumental Basketball president Michael Winger sit at a podium for a press conference. All three are in dark suit jackets with Mystics pins on the collars. Johnson and Wideman are smiling, while Winger stares straight ahead.

What the new Washington Mystics leadership will prioritize in its rebuild

By Jenn Hatfield / February 13, 2025

General manager Jamila Wideman and head coach Sydney Johnson are looking to build ‘a home’ for players in Washington

A close-up photo of Washington Mystics head coach and general manager Mike Thibault smiling.

Mike Thibault hired as Belgian Cats head coach

By Sydney Wingfield / January 27, 2025

Thibault: ‘I am looking forward to playing for trophies in the years to come’

Seattle Storm point guard Sue Bird holds the ball away from a defender's arms while looking to pass

Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announces eligible candidates for women’s class of 2025

By Sydney Wingfield / December 20, 2024

Finalists will be announced on Feb. 14

Minnesota Lynx coaches Eric Thibault, Cheryl Reeve and Lindsay Whalen pose for a photo while standing on a podium in front of a blue backdrop with Lynx logos.

Eric Thibault, Lindsay Whalen bring enthusiasm and familiarity to Minnesota Lynx staff

By Terry Horstman / December 5, 2024

Eric Thibault: ‘Once Cheryl [Reeve] called, it seemed like it was a perfect fit’

Side-by-side photos of Mike and Eric Thibault coaching the Washington Mystics. Mike Thibault points his left index finger and shouts to his players from the sideline. Eric Thibault stands on the sideline with his arms folded across his chest.

Washington Mystics part ways with Mike and Eric Thibault, will begin new era

By Jenn Hatfield / October 24, 2024

For the first time since 2012, there are no Thibaults coaching in Washington

Wearing red jerseys, five Washington Mystics players huddle a little past midcourt.

Despite winless start and missing playoffs, Washington Mystics ‘set a foundation’ in 2024

By Jenn Hatfield / September 22, 2024

Brittney Sykes: ‘Resiliency is an understatement’

Napheesa Collier, congratulates Myisha Hines-Allen after a play against the Chicago Sky

For Myisha Hines-Allen and Napheesa Collier, a reunion three years in the making

By Terry Horstman / September 6, 2024

Lynx teammates played together in France in 2021

Former Washington Mystics guard/forward Alana Beard stands at a glass podium at center court and addresses the crowd during her Hall of Fame induction. Mystics general manager Mike Thibault and Beard's family and friends stand on either side of her.

‘Destructive’ defense, unparalleled scoring put Alana Beard in Mystics Hall of Fame

By Jenn Hatfield / August 24, 2024

The former No. 2 overall pick inspired current Mystics guards to strive to defend like her

Washington Mystics forward Myisha Hines-Allen smiles as she runs down the court.

Trading Myisha Hines-Allen was hard for the Mystics, but it can help their rebuild

By Jenn Hatfield / August 22, 2024

Mike Thibault prioritizes draft picks, flexibility to get back to contention