The Coquese Washington era is over at Penn State.

Vice president of athletics Sandy Barbour said in a school-issued release Friday that she is ’very appreciative of Coquese’s contributions to the Lady Lion basketball program and Penn State,' but the two sides will now go in different directions.

“We thank her for 12 years of service to Penn State, and wish Coquese and her family all the best in their future endeavors," Barbour’s statement said..

"We both agree that the program is not where it needs to be, and this change of leadership is best at this time.”

Washington was 209-169 over her 12-year tenure at Penn State, and the Lady Lions were three-time Big Ten champs under her guidance and made seven postseason appearances. Things have soured over the last few years, however, as the team finished 12-18 this year and is 67-88 since a 2014 NCAA women’s basketball tournament run that ended in the Sweet Sixteen.

“I’ve had an amazing run at Penn State,” Washington said in a statement.

"I’m grateful that I’ve had the opportunity to work with some wonderful people, especially the talented and dedicated staff members who were with me along this journey. I was fortunate to coach some extremely talented players along the way and will remember the fantastic experiences we enjoyed together.

Penn State will now begin a national search for Washington’s replacement, and it has hired Ventura Partners to assist in the search.