The UNLV Lady Rebels basketball team is the women's basketball team that represents the

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. The team currently competes in the

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. Since beginning in 1974, the Lady Rebels have an all-time record of 909–567. In the 1988–89 season, UNLV had their most successful season in school history. That year, they went to their lone Sweet Sixteen and lost to Texas 88–77. The Lady Rebels are currently coached by

Lindy La Rocque Lindy La Rocque (born December 15, 1989) is an American college basketball coach who is currently the head coach of the women's basketball team at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). Early life and education La Rocque was born in Las V ...

, who is in her sixth year at UNLV.

Retired numbers

UNLV has retired three jersey numbers in its history. All three held school records for the Lady Rebels, with Thomas being the all-time leader in scoring (since passed) and assists, Frohlich being the all-time scoring leader and rebounder, and Jordan being the all-time leader in blocks.

NCAA tournament results

The UNLV Lady Rebels, have been to the NCAA Tournament eleven times. Their overall combined record is 3–11.

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