Legendary University of Tennessee women’s basketball coach Pat Summitt has passed away at the age of 64.
Summitt’s life rapidly declined in recent years due to complications with dementia,’Alzheimer’s Type.’
During her 38-year coaching career at Tennessee, Summitt compiled an amazing 1,098-208 (.840) overall record.
Here are some details about Summitt’s life and career from the University of Tennessee:
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Pat Summitt, legendary Lady Vol basketball coach, mentor and mother-figure to her players; a revered ambassador for her university and state; a trailblazer for women; and a role model for people all over the world passed away Tuesday, June 28, in Knoxville at the age of 64.