April 18, 2012

Pat Summitt is stepping aside at Tennessee

After 38 seasons, 1,098 victories and eight NCAA titles, Pat Summitt has stepped aside as head coach at Tennessee but will serve as an adviser for the Lady Vols. Holly Warlick will take over as head coach.

Tara said, "Words cannot adequately describe the extraordinary career that Pat Summitt has had in the world of basketball. She is a model of class and courage, and I don't think that enough can be said for just how much Pat has accomplished in building and elevating women's basketball to its current heights. Pat is Tennessee Basketball.

"I am very happy that Pat will be continuing her work with Tennessee as Head Coach Emeritus, and I will miss seeing her on the sidelines on game day.

"This will be a great opportunity for Holly, Tennessee Basketball is in great hands with her. Holly has learned from the absolute best, and I wish her the best of luck."

Tara greets Pat on her 12th visit to Maples last December

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Reactions as Pat Summitt steps aside, statements and Twitter reactions published by ESPN

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