Amy Williams is currently in her ninth season as the head coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers women’s basketball team. In March 2024, she received a contract extension through the 2028–29 season, reflecting the university’s confidence in her leadership. Under the terms of the extension, Williams’ salary was set at $950,000 for the 2024–25 season, with annual increases thereafter .
In the 2024–25 season, Williams led the Cornhuskers to a 21–12 overall record and a 10–8 mark in Big Ten play. The team secured an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament, marking their third appearance under Williams’ tenure .
Before her time at Nebraska, Williams had a successful coaching career at the University of South Dakota, where she led the team to the 2016 WNIT championship. She also earned Summit League Coach of the Year honors in both 2015 and 2016 .
Williams’ coaching philosophy emphasizes a balance between athletic performance and academic achievement, fostering a culture of excellence both on and off the court. Her commitment to the program and the university has been instrumental in the sustained success of Nebraska women’s basketball.
