OMAHA, Neb. -- Former Nebraska coach Connie Yori is returning to women's basketball as a member of the Creighton staff, Bluejays coach Jim Flanery announced Tuesday.
Yori, who played at Creighton and was the Bluejays' head coach from 1992-2002, saw her successful 14-year run at Nebraska end two years ago amid accusations of player mistreatment. She denied any wrongdoing and resigned.
She'll be a program adviser at Creighton, helping develop game strategy, scout opponents and participate in on-campus recruiting.
"Creighton is my roots," Yori said. "I spent 17 years here and I'm so proud to be a Creighton alum and always have been.