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Tennessee Coach Caldwell Faces Challenge After Sweet 16 Success

2/28/2026

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Tennessee coach Kim Caldwell faces pressure after a successful first season.
She revitalized the program following her tenure at Marshall and led the Volunteers to upset Ohio State in the NCAA Tournament, reaching the Sweet 16.
She achieved significant victories against teams such as UConn, Iowa, and Alabama.
Caldwell acknowledges that replicating this success will be challenging because each season presents unique obstacles.

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Story summary

Tennessee coach Kim Caldwell faces pressure after a successful first season.
She revitalized the program following her tenure at Marshall and led the Volunteers to upset Ohio State in the NCAA Tournament, reaching the Sweet 16.
She achieved significant victories against teams such as UConn, Iowa, and Alabama.
Caldwell acknowledges that replicating this success will be challenging because each season presents unique obstacles.