The University of Virginia and former women’s basketball coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton have reached a settlement regarding her dismissal from the program earlier this year. Neither party disclosed the terms of the agreement. Agugua-Hamilton expressed appreciation for the resolution and looked forward to moving ahead, emphasizing her ongoing passion for coaching and the positive impact she seeks to have on young athletes.

Agugua-Hamilton was dismissed on April 4, just days after leading the Virginia Cavaliers to the NCAA tournament Sweet 16 for the first time since 2000. Under her leadership, Virginia, seeded in the double digits, became the first team since 2022 to reach the regional semifinals from that position. The team notably upset No. 2 seed Iowa in a double-overtime road victory during the second round. Her record at Virginia stood at 70–58 overall, including a 29–42 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference play.

Prior to joining Virginia, Agugua-Hamilton coached at Missouri State from 2019 to 2022, compiling a 74–15 record with two NCAA tournament appearances. At Virginia, her team also made history as the first First Four entrant to advance that far before losing to TCU.

In her statements, Agugua-Hamilton reflected on the privilege of coaching the Virginia players, thanking them for their dedication and resilience. She underscored the meaningful relationships built over her tenure and reiterated her commitment to the coaching profession beyond wins and losses.

The University of Virginia declined to comment on the settlement or the circumstances surrounding her termination. The terms of the agreement remain confidential, leaving some questions about the resolution unanswered.