After each led USA U19 World Cup Teams to perfect, 7-0 records and gold medals this past summer, Cori Close and Jamie Dixon will share the 2021 USA Basketball Developmental Coach of the Year Award.

First step to competing against young, experienced international players begins with team trials May 14-16 in Denver

UCLA head coach Cori Close has been selected to serve as the 2021 USA U19 World Cup Team head coach. Aaron Johnston (South Dakota State) and Joni Taylor (Georgia) round out the coaching staff.

USA Basketball spoke to Cori Close to gain some insight and perspective on coaching.