Blaire Braxton is in her first season as the Director of Operations for the California men's basketball program in 2025-26. She previously served as the program's Director of Business Operations for two season (2023-25), having joined Mark Madsen's support staff in 2023.
She serves in a crucial role with oversight of the team's day-to-day operations, including managing travel itineraries, team meals and budgetary needs.
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One of the most recognizable faces in the Montana State women's basketball program in recent memory, Braxton served as an assistant coach for two seasons (2020-22) after a decorated playing career (2016-20) that ended in her playing a school-record 125 games for the Bobcats. Braxton's role on the Montana State bench included responsibilities in recruiting, coordinating official and unofficial visits, assisting in post development, serving as assistant defensive coordinator, serving as the program’s academic liaison, running the program's social media platforms and assisting with Bobcat camps.
Braxton received her degree in business management with a minor in entrepreneurship from Montana State in 2020.
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LAST UPDATED: June 18, 2025
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