Kim Barnes Arico, born on August 9, 1970, is a female basketball coach at the collegiate level. She is the winningest coach in Michigan Wolverines’ history and signed a contract extension with the program in 2023. Her coaching journey began at Fairleigh Dickinson-Madison in 1996, where she spent only one year before moving to the New Jersey Institute of Technology for two full seasons. Her head coaching journey began in 2002 at St. John's University where she still holds the record for most wins in the program’s history.
Since 2002, Barnes Arico spent 10 years at the helm of the Red Storm and transformed it into a national power. She was honored with two Big East Coach of the Year awards and compiled a 176-134 record with St. John’s. Barnes Arico joined Michigan in 2012 and recorded a minimum of 20 wins during her first five wins with the program. She’s a two-time Big Ten Coach of the Year and took the Wolverines to newer heights since her arrival at Ann Harbour. Barnes Arico is the winningest coach in Michigan’s history with 261 wins and enters her 13th season as Michigan’s head coach in 2024-25.
Who are Kim Barnes Arico’s Parents?
George Barnes and Maureen are the parents of Kim Barnes Arico.
Kim Barnes Arico’s Siblings
Kim has two brothers, Chris and Bryan. Christopher was a standout athlete in basketball, baseball, and athletics. His heart stopped beating on July 14, 2003 and sustained several brain injuries since then. He passed away on May 12, 2019.
Kim’s other brother, Bryan is married and works as a custodian at Sachem North High School.
Who is Kim Barnes Arico's Husband?
Kim Barnes Arico's husband is Larry Arico with whom she resides in Michigan. Larry Arico is a former football head coach at Fairleigh Dickinson University–Florham and William Paterson. He played as a running back at Lehigh University for four years before he began his coaching career.
Does Kim Barnes Arico have Kids?
Kim Barnes Arico and Larry Arico have two daughters, Emma and Cecelia, and one son Trevor. Emma will begin her collegiate career as a lacrosse player at Michigan in the 2024-25 season. Trevor Arico is a senior at Emerson College and is majoring in Communication Studies, as of 2024. He also plays as a guard for the Emerson Lions.
FAQs about Kim Barnes Arico Family
A. Kim Barnes Arico's parents are George Barnes and Maureen.
A. Yes, Kim Barnes Arico played college basketball at Montclair State University.
A. Kim Barnes Arico's husband is Larry Arico.
A. Kim Barnes Arico became the head coach at the University of Michigan on April 20, 2012.
A. Kim Barnes Arico will get paid $893,500 a year at Michigan.
