Geno Auriemma said he was looking for somebody young, energetic and a good teacher to work with UConn's post players to join his staff. It appears he is getting all of the above as UConn is hiring former Boston University forward Marisa Moseley as the new assistant coach.

Moseley has spent the last two years as an assistant coach at Minnesota.

“Marisa is a rising star and one that I feel lucky to have as a big part of our program,” said Minnesota coach Pam Borton in Moseley's bio on the Minnesota official website. “She is a great teacher of the game, relates well with our players, and is a tireless worker. Her energy and emotion has been an wonderful addition to our vibrant staff.”

Moseley also the 2006-07 season at Denver. She also had a year as a production assistant at ESPN.

Moseley's connection with UConn came when she worked at Auriemma's camp.

Moseley graduated from Boston University in 2004 finishing with 114 blocks, the third most in BU history. Moseley was a captain at BU as a junior and senior. As a junior she helped the Terriers into the NCAA tournament. Facing UConn in the first round, Moseley had six points and four rebounds in a 91-44 loss at Gampel Pavilion.

Moseley will replace Jamelle Elliott, who left after 12 seasons to become the head coach at Cincinnati.