Twitter reaction to the passing of Pat Summitt

On Tuesday morning, Pat Summitt, one of the greatest college basketball coaches of all-time, passed away at the age of 64. 

Pat Summitt coached the Tennessee Lady Volunteers for 38 years. During her tenure at Tennessee, Summitt won eight national titles and 1,098 games. Additionally, Summitt is the winningest college basketball coach of all-time, and her 1,098 games won are the record that still stands today.

Summitt passing came five years after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease.

161 women

Without a doubt, Summitt should be remembered as a legend. Her ability to shape the future of America, consistently win, and craft 12 Olympian athletes is a legacy that is unmatched in all of college sports.

Summitt’s impact on the game of women’s basketball goes beyond the X’s and O’s. When she was first hired to be the head coach of the Lady Volunteers, Summitt was barely 22 years old. At the time, women’s basketball was not recognized by the NCAA.

As the Tennessee, women’s basketball program got more recognition, the NCAA decided to eventually establish women’s basketball as a sport.

In 2000, Summitt was named to the Basketball Hall of Fame. Her outstanding record, eight National Championships, and overall dedication to the game made her and easy nomination.

One of the most impressive records that Summitt holds is that she coached 161 women. These women were taught by Summitt how to lead and win against all odds.

While Summitt’s time here is no more, her impact on women’s college sports and basketball will always be remembered.

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