In her five seasons as head coach, Kellie Harper guided the Lady Vols to a 108-52 record (53-24 in SEC play), but on Monday, Tennessee announced that she was leaving the position.
This divide is regrettable. Being a native of Smyrna, Tennessee, Harper has a deep affection for the university. During her playing career, she helped lead the Lady Vols program under Pat Summitt to three national titles.
In 2022 and 2023, Harper led the Lady Vols to consecutive Sweet Sixteen berths; however, she was unable to advance to the Elite 8. Tennessee hasn’t finished higher than third in the SEC since 2014–15, and the program hasn’t made it to the Final Four since 2008.
In an attempt to rebuild the brand, Tennesee athletic director Danny White is tasked with making a significant hire. The Lady Vols haven’t lived up to the Lady Vol standard. Here is a glimpse at the possible next head coach of Tennessee’s illustrious women’s basketball program.
Lawson, Kara
Danny White appears to be moving rapidly, and the former Lady Vol seems like an obvious contender who is being given serious attention. Before embarking on a 13-year professional career, Lawson had a stellar collegiate career. She has also made a name for herself as a broadcaster, worked as an assistant coach in the NBA, and succeeded while attending Duke.
Lawson’s record at Duke is 68-33 after four seasons.
Thanks to consecutive seasons with 20 wins, Lawson has a 68-33 record in his four years at Duke. She has guided the Blue Devils to consecutive trips to the NCAA Tournament, which this season included a trip to the Sweet Sixteen.
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