**JUST IN: Chamique Holdsclaw Announced as New Head Coach for Tennessee Vols Women’s Basketball for 2025 Season**
In a historic and exciting development for Tennessee Women’s Basketball, Chamique Holdsclaw has been named the new head coach for the 2025 season. Holdsclaw, one of the most accomplished and decorated players in the history of women’s basketball, will take the helm of the Lady Vols program, succeeding the previous coaching staff.
The announcement, made earlier today by Tennessee Athletics, has sent waves of excitement throughout the college basketball community. Holdsclaw, a three-time NCAA champion with the University of Tennessee and a former WNBA star, returns to her alma mater after a remarkable career both on and off the court.
“I am truly honored and excited to return to Tennessee as the head coach of this storied program,” said Holdsclaw in a statement. “This university and this team gave me so much during my playing career, and I am looking forward to the opportunity to lead and develop the next generation of Lady Vols.”
Holdsclaw’s hiring marks a new chapter for the program, which has seen immense success under legendary coaches in the past. Her impressive playing career, including Olympic gold medals and numerous accolades, positions her as a trailblazer in the women’s game. As a coach, she is expected to bring a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and passion to a program with a rich history of excellence.
Tennessee Athletic Director Danny White expressed confidence in Holdsclaw’s ability to lead the Lady Vols back to national prominence. “Chamique Holdsclaw embodies everything we stand for at the University of Tennessee. Her passion for the game, commitment to excellence, and strong leadership make her the perfect fit to take our women’s basketball program forward,” White said.
Fans and former players alike are thrilled about the appointment, with many recalling Holdsclaw’s contributions to the Lady Vols’ dynasty in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Her return to Knoxville is seen as a full-circle moment for the program.
The 2025 season is shaping up to be an exciting one under Holdsclaw’s leadership as she looks to guide Tennessee back to the top of the SEC and NCAA women’s basketball rankings.
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