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LSU head coach Kim Mulkey is no stranger to intensity. Known for her fierce courtside presence, glittery outfits, and championship-level expectations, she's become one of the most iconic figures in women's college basketball. But following LSU's 101-71 victory over Florida State in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, fans witnessed a very different side of her, one far removed from the fire of March Madness.
While Mulkey was giving her postgame interview after the win, her energetic grandson decided it was the perfect time to steal the spotlight. As she broke down her team's performance and the keys to advancing, he photobombed the live segment with playful faces and carefree dancing. The crowd loved it, the broadcast team chuckled, and Mulkey, despite her best efforts, couldn't help but laugh.
Her signature intensity melted into a moment of pure grandma joy. And to be fair, after a game like that, she'd earned a little levity. Star guard Aneesah Morrow was dominant with 26 points and 11 rebounds, helping secure LSU's win. But it was Mulkey's grandson who ended up going viral.
Mulkey is usually the picture of focus during March Madness, and she had good reason to be focused. Fans on social media couldn't get enough of the moment. Many praised Mulkey for how gracefully she handled the interruption, calling it a "real grandma moment" and a welcome reminder of the human side of these high-stakes tournaments. One fan even joked, "She defends her team like a lion, but her grandson is clearly the one who runs the show.