The Lady Vols basketball recruiting efforts are extending into Tennessee football’s bye week this weekend. While football games typically create an elite backdrop for hosting recruits, the schedule didn’t work out this time around. Still, it will be a great opportunity to further the relationship with five-star Gabby Minus.
Minus released her top five schools, including Tennessee, in July. The Lady Vols are joined by Baylor, Georgia, Clemson and Florida on the list, with each getting an official visit. Her trip to Knoxville is the second-to-last of the string, with Georgia getting the final say.
Minus stands at 6-foot-1 out of Dacula, Georgia. According to 247, she is the No. 3 player from the state and the No. 38 player in the country. 247 composite rankings have her at five-star status, as well. 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.
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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 one commitment in the 2026 class. Five-star forward and No. 2 overall recruit on ESPNW Oliviyah Edwards picked the Lady Vols during her official visit less than a month ago.
