Chamique Holdsclaw Returns to Tennessee as Staff Member, Making Waves for Women’s Basketball
Former Tennessee Vols basketball star Chamique Holdsclaw has agreed to return to the University of Tennessee, but this time in a new role. The WNBA legend and former Lady Vols standout will join the coaching staff, a move that is sure to excite fans and signal a new chapter for women’s basketball in Knoxville.
Holdsclaw, one of the most accomplished players in the history of women’s college basketball, played for the Lady Vols from 1995 to 1999 under legendary coach Pat Summitt. During her time at Tennessee, she led the team to three consecutive Final Four appearances and won a national championship in 1998. Holdsclaw was also a two-time NCAA Player of the Year and is remembered for her dominant performances, versatility, and leadership on the court.
After an illustrious college career, Holdsclaw went on to have a stellar professional career, being selected first overall in the 1999 WNBA Draft by the Washington Mystics. She was an eight-time WNBA All-Star and is regarded as one of the greatest players in the league’s history.
Now, after years of success in the professional ranks, Holdsclaw’s return to Tennessee is seen as a major boost for the women’s basketball program. Her wealth of experience, both as a player and a mentor, is expected to have an immediate impact on the development of current Lady Vols players. Holdsclaw’s return is also viewed as an important step in continuing the legacy of excellence established by Coach Summitt and solidifying Tennessee’s place as a powerhouse in women’s basketball.
Fans of the program are excited about the possibility of Holdsclaw bringing her unique insights and leadership back to her alma mater, further elevating the Lady Vols’ chances for future success in both the SEC and nationally. Her decision to return underscores her deep commitment to the Tennessee program and to the future of women’s basketball.
