After signing the No. 2 class in the 2025 cycle, according to ESPN, Kim Caldwell and the Lady Vols are looking to continue to add talent in the 2026 class.
On Friday, four-star Gabby Minus released her top five schools, including Tennessee. The Lady Vols are joined by Baylor, Georgia, Clemson and Florida on the list, with each getting an official visit.
According to a report from 247, her official visit dates to her finalists range from late-August to mid-October. Tennessee is the only school without a confirmed date for a visit, but she seemingly still plans to visit at some point. She also revealed there is no timetable for a commitment yet.
Minus stands at 6-foot-1 out of Dacula, Georgia. According to 247, she is the No. 3 player from the state and No. 38 player in the country. She is listed by 247 as a power forward and On3 as a shooting guard. Her athleticism and size give her the chance to play multiple positions, which would work well under Caldwell.
Highlights of #HebronChristianAcademy (GA) 2026 F Gabby Minus (@gabby_minus) at the @InsiderExposure Thanksgiving Classic
This young lady should be able to pick whatever school she wants to go to
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— Sleeper Athletes Ladies Basketball (@SAthletesLBB) November 28, 2024
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“Minus has progressed into one of the Southeast region’s premier options at the forward position,” 247’s Brandon Clay wrote. “Minus had her versatility on display this fall as a member of the Overtime Select League. Her ability to make open 3-pointers while serving as a presence on the glass is a tough combination. Minus has the skill combination to be a consistent threat on both ends of the floor. In the modern game, Minus projects as a third or fourth basketball handler offensively. Continuing to convert the open 3-pointer at a 34 percent or higher rate is a big key to her future success. I expect that to be a focus during her rehab progression as Minus will miss an extended period of time with a lower leg injury.”
Along with her time with Hebron Christian Academy, she also plays for Team Curry, a GUAA team sponsored by NBA superstar Steph Curry.
Tennessee currently holds no commitments in the 2026 class, but the inclusion in Minus’ top five is a good sign, especially considering the late surge to enter. The Lady Vols only offered Minus less than a month ago, on June 24. In that short time, the first impressions have been enough to be seriously considered, though.
Other targets to know as Tennessee looks to sign another impressive class are five-stars Kate Harping, Olivyah Edwards, Brihanna Crittendon, Addison Bjron, Jacy Abii, Trinity Jones and Bella Flemming.
