Women's Basketball 4/10/2026 11:00:00 AM

Michael Kotrozos Steps Down After Eight Years Leading Baruch WBB Program

Release courtesy Baruch Athletic Communications

NEW YORK - The Baruch College Athletic Department announced Thursday that Michael Kotrozos has decided to step down as Head Coach of the women's basketball program.

Coach Kotrozos led the Bearcats for eight seasons, including the COVID-19–canceled 2020–21 campaign, guiding the program to a CUNYAC playoff appearance every year of his tenure. Most recently, he coached Baruch to an ECAC Division III Championship runner-up finish during the 2023–24 season.

Kotrozos became the sixth head coach in the history of the Baruch College women's basketball program when he was hired prior to the 2018–19 season. He previously served as an assistant coach during the 2016–17 season and had earlier spent one year on the Baruch staff during the championship 2014–15 season, when the Bearcats won the CUNYAC title and advanced to the NCAA Second Round.

A native of Queens, Kotrozos is a 1997 graduate of Baruch College, earning a degree in Psychology. He played four seasons (1993–97) on the Baruch men's basketball team under former Head Coach and Director of Athletics Ray Rankis.

Kotrozos brought extensive coaching experience to the program, including significant time at rival Hunter College. He joined Hunter in 2007 as an assistant coach with the men's program and later worked with both the men's and women's teams from 2009 to 2011. He was promoted to Associate Head Coach of the women's team for the 2012–13 season.

His coaching résumé also includes stops at Division I Wagner College, powerhouse Christ the King Regional High School, and prominent AAU programs NY Belles and New Heights. In addition, Kotrozos served as Director of the Baruch College Kids Summer Camp in 2019.

Baruch College Athletics wishes Michael Kotrozos the very best in his future endeavors.

Director of Athletics & Recreation Heather MacCulloch
"After eight years of dedicated service as Head Women's Basketball Coach, we extend our deepest gratitude to Coach Kotrozos for his leadership and unwavering commitment to Baruch College Athletics. As a proud alumni of Baruch College, Coach Kotrozos returned to his alma mater with a passion for giving back to the institution that helped shape his own journey. Over the past eight years, he has led our women's basketball program with integrity, professionalism, and a steadfast focus on the holistic development of our student-athletes. His impact has extended far beyond the court, as he has mentored countless young women, fostered a culture of excellence, and represented the Bearcat community with pride."

"Coach Kotrozos's dedication to the academic, athletic, and personal growth of our student-athletes has left a lasting impression on our department. His service, loyalty, and connection to Baruch as both an alumni and coach make his contributions especially meaningful."

"On behalf of Baruch College Athletics & Recreation, we thank Coach Kotrozos for his years of service and wish him continued success in the next chapter of her professional and personal journey. He will always remain an important part of the Bearcat family."

Michael Kotrozos
"I want to first thank Heather McCullough and administration for their unwavering support throughout this journey. There's always a part of you that wonders "what if" when you fall short of a championship. But when I step back, I'm filled with gratitude, for the players, my coaching staff and the chance to coach at my Alma mater. This experience has been one of the greatest honors of my life. Thank you!"

YEAR, OVERALL, CUNYAC RECORD (Place), TOURNAMENT FINISH
2025-26, 11-15, 7-7 (5th place), CUNYAC Quarterfinal
2024-25, 14-12, 11-3 (2nd place), CUNYAC Semifinal, ECAC Quarterfinalist
2023-24, 17-12, 10-4 (3rd place), CUNYAC Semifinal, ECAC Runner Up
2022-23, 14-12, 8-6 (4th Place), CUNYAC Quarterfinal
2021-22, 10-11, 7-5 (3rd Place), CUNYAC Semifinal
2020-21, Canceled by Covid-19
2019-20, 14-11, 8-6 (4th Place), CUNYAC Quarterfinal
2018-19, 8-15, 7-9 (6th Place), CUNYAC Quarterfinal

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