The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame has announced its list of eligible candidates to be enshrined in the Hall of Fame this cycle. A quartet of Lady Vols basketball legends, Bridgette Gordon, Chamique Holdsclaw, Candace Parker and Michelle Snow, are all on the ballot. Parker and Snow are first-time nominees.
The four former Tennessee stars join other women’s basketball players Jennifer Azzi, Elena Delle Donne, Cheryl Ford, Wanda Ford, Suzie McConnell, Taj McWilliams-Franklin, Ticha Penicheiro and Ruth Riley as candidates.
“The candidates for the Class of 2026 have each left an indelible impact on the game of basketball,” said John L. Doleva, President and CEO of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. “Through defining performances, influential leadership, and achievements that helped elevate the sport on the national and international stage, this year’s ballot recognizes those whose legacy continues to shape how the game is played, coached, and celebrated.”
Four #LVFLs on the ballot 🗳️
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Gordon played for Pat Summitt at Tennessee from 1985-89. She was a two-time NCAA Tournament champion and the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player in 1989. The two-time All-American is already in the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame and has her No. 30 retired by the Lady Vols.
Holdsclaw was at Tennessee under Summitt from 1995-99. She won three-straight national titles and was named the Most Outstanding Player for the second two. She was the Naismith College Player of the Year in both 1998 and 1999, as well. Holdsclaw is also in the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame and has her No. 23 retired by the Lady Vols.
Parker was at UT under Summitt from 2004-08. She was a two-time national champion and the Most Outstanding Player in both. She was named the Naismith College Player of the Year in 2008. Parker, recently retired, has been announced as a part of the upcoming Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame class of inductees and has her No. 3 retired by the Lady Vols.
Snow played for Summitt at Tennessee from 1998-2002. She was a First-Team All-SEC member in 2001 before going on to have a long and successful pro career.
