City ties mean college wins Mar 2, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Big Apple Basketball Gang Mar 1, 2008
Sun Publishing E-Papers Your world is just a click away. UConn's Tina Charles keeps in close contact with her New York City hoop pals. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Jeff Lerg One of 11 Finalists for Sullivan Award Feb 23, 2008
Notable recent winners of the award include Peyton Manning, JJ Reddick, Michael Phelps, Michelle Kwan, and Chamique Holdsclaw. More information on this award, along with the complete list of winners, can be found. (Msuspartans.com)
PARKER BOLTS LADY VOLS: Women's hoops will survive Feb 23, 2008
Before Parker, there was Chamique Holdsclaw, a two-time Naismith winner who led Tennessee to three national titles. There was the versatile Tamika Catchings, a four-time Kodak All-American who is now the best defender in the WNBA. And who could forget Diana Taurasi, one of the most personable players to come through the college ranks, who won three consecutive championships at Connecticut. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
New Queens of King: Smith, Oden are budding stars as freshmen on perennial powerhouse Jan 18, 2008
There's Chamique Holdsclaw, Sue Bird, Shay Doron, Carrem Gay and Tina Charles. There's Lorin Dixon and Sky Lindsay. (Forest Hills Ledger, NY)
Candice Wiggins Honored As USA Basketball's 2007 Female Athlete Of The Year Jan 4, 2008
In its 28th year, the USA Basketball Athlete of the Year has been earned by notable athletes such as Diana Taurasi (2006); Crystal Langhorne (2005); Dawn Staley (2004, 1994), Seimone Augustus (2003); Lisa Leslie (2002, 1993); Ayana Walker (2001); Teresa Edwards (2000, 1996, 1990, 1987); Natalie Williams (1999); Lisa Leslie (1998); Chamique Holdsclaw (1997); Sylvia Crawley (1995); Katrina McClain (1992, 1988); Ruthie Bolton (1991); Venus Lacey (1989); Jennifer Gillom (1985); Cheryl Miller (1986,... (Gostanford.com)
Edwards Named To Naismith Trophy Preseason Watch List Dec 20, 2007
Other notable winners include Diana Taurasi (Connecticut), who won it in back-to-back years, Cheryl Miller (USC), Dawn Staley (Virginia) and Chamique Holdsclaw (Tennessee). Edwards and the Panthers return to action Thursday, hosting North Dakota State. (Uwmpanthers.com)
McCoughtry Named to the Naismith Award List Dec 19, 2007
Other notable winners include Cheryl Miller (USC), Dawn Staley (Virginia) and Chamique Holdsclaw (Tennessee). (Uoflsports.com)
LSU shows no rust after two-week rest Dec 17, 2007
With her eight rebounds, Fowles moved ahead of Tennessee's Chamique Holdsclaw into fifth place on the Southeastern Conference's career list with 1,296. She also moved into seventh on the league's all-time blocked shots list with 268. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Chancellor leads LSU to a successful return to Houston Nov 30, 2007
She now has 1,275 career boards, 20 behind Tennessee's Chamique Holdsclaw. Chancellor, hired by LSU in April to replace Pokey Chatman, got an easy victory in his 600th college game. (KHOU.com, TX)
LSU wins 77-46 in Chancellor's return to Houston Nov 30, 2007
She now has 1,275 career boards, 20 behind Tennessee's Chamique Holdsclaw. "If there was anything I'd wish," Chancellor said, "I'd wish the Houston Comets would find a way to get her. She's a dominant, dominant player.". (WWLTV.com, LA)
LSU's Fowles voted preseason All-American Nov 7, 2007
The previous unanimous selections were Chamique Holdsclaw, Diana Taurasi, Alana Beard and former LSU standout Seimone Augustus, who plays for Minnesota Lynx. Fowles earned preseason second-team All-America honors last year, along with Langhorne and Wiggins. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Vols' Parker leads preseason All-America team Nov 7, 2007
The only other previous unanimous selections were Chamique Holdsclaw, Diana Taurasi, Alana Beard and Seimone Augustus. "That's a special group," Parker said. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Ron Rubin: Playing the money game Oct 28, 2007
While he hasn't actively sought athletes, his client list suggests otherwise: pro basketball players Nikki McCray, Tamika Cummings, Chamique Holdsclaw and Jerome Williams. Rubin also helped NBA finals MVP Tim Duncan set up his foundation in 2001 to help San Antonio youth. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Summit: NCAA title teams need chemistry Oct 20, 2007
" In the 1998-99 season, Tennessee followed up three consecutive national titles with a disappointing finish, losing in the Elite Eight. That team boasted the superstar trio of Chamique Holdsclaw, Tamika Catchings and Semeka Randall, but players failed to step up in that regional finals game when Holdsclaw went 2-of-18 from the floor in a loss to Duke. Basketball's winningest coach thinks this year's team is different. For one thing, the current squad's one national championship humbles in... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Auriemma: Summitt ended UConn-UT series Sep 25, 2007
SI.com - NCAA Basketball - Auriemma: UT'sSummitt ended series - Monday September 24, 2007 7:54PM. Auriemma: Summitt ended series. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Fab Four key for U.S. women's hoops team in '08 Sep 18, 2007
Were here among the best players in the world, said Parker, who became the first collegian to play on a womens national team since Chamique Holdsclaw in 1998. Its really something that hasnt sunk in. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Summitt: Vols booting UConn not a big deal Sep 11, 2007
SI.com - NCAA Basketball - Summitt speaks on ending rivalry with Connecticut - Monday September 10, 2007 12:21PM. Summit speaks on ending rivalry with Connecticut. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Playoff fever grips CMass powers Sep 7, 2007
At noon, Masconomet faces Christ the King of Queens, N.Y., the high school of basketball stars Sue Bird (Connecticut) and Chamique Holdsclaw (Tennessee). At 3 p.m. No. 3-ranked Mansfield plays Holy Cross of Flushing, New York. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Lack of rebounding keeps Liberty in tailspin Aug 1, 2007
The Sparks, who have been struggling since the departure of Chamique Holdsclaw five games into the season, got a big lift from 10-year veteran Mwadi Mabika as they handed the Liberty its seventh straight loss, 73-63, in front of 8,685 at the Garden last night. Times have been tough for the Liberty, which is in the midst of a four-game, six-night stretch. (Newsday -- Sports)
Depression force Holdsclaw to retire? Jul 28, 2007
Elaine Thompson / APChamique Holdsclaw was the WNBAs No. 1 overall pick in 1999 after leading Tennessee to three straight NCAA titles ... - The depression Chamique Holdsclaw battled throughout her WBNA career probably played the biggest role in her decision to retire. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Summitt: Depression part of why Holdsclaw retired Jul 28, 2007
-- The depression Chamique Holdsclaw battled throughout her WBNA career probably played the biggest role in her decision to retire. Tennessee's Pat Summitt, Holdsclaw's college coach, said Holdsclaw first told her she was considering retirement while she was playing with the Washington Mystics. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Mercury hope to capitalize Jul 20, 2007
Three-time league MVP Lisa Leslie had her first daughter in June and hasn't played this year, and Chamique Holdsclaw retired five games into the season. Without those two players, the Sparks (7-13) are almost certain to miss the playoffs for the first time since 1998. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Leslie is still unsure when she'll return for Sparks Jul 12, 2007
Besides Leslie's absence, Chamique Holdsclaw stunned the team last month by suddenly retiring. "I was shocked," said Leslie, who got the news in a call from Holdsclaw. (ESPN -- WNBA)
Nebraska volleyballer Pavan takes Honda-Broderick Cup Jun 26, 2007
"You've got people that have accomplished great things for women in sports," she said as she recalled role models such as Mia Hamm, Florence Joyner and Chamique Holdsclaw, all past winners. "It's humbling for someone like me to be grouped with these people.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Candace Parker, Monica Abbott make cut Jun 21, 2007
Abbott is the Big Oranges first female winner since Lady Vol basketball player Chamique Holdsclaw was honored for the second consecutive season in 1999 ... Past recipients of the SEC Athlete of the Year Award include: 2006 - Xavier Carter, LSU (track ) and , LSU (basketball); 2005 - Ryan Lochte, Florida (swimming) and Kirsty Coventry, Auburn (swimming); 2004 - Alistair Cragg, Arkansas (cross country/track) and Jeana Rice, Alabama (gymnastics); 2003 - Alistair Cragg, Arkansas (cross... (InsideTennessee.com)
ABBOTT, PARKER AMONG FIVE FINALISTS FOR 2007 COLLEGIATE WOMAN ATHLETE OF THE YEAR Jun 21, 2007
Other past winners of the Honda-Broderick Cup include some of the most talented and accomplished collegiate athletes in recent history: Jackie Joyner-Kersee (track , 1984); Mia Hamm (soccer, 1994), Cheryl Miller (basketball, 1983), Ann Meyers (1978, basketball), Tracy Caulkins (1982, 1984, swimming g), Chamique Holdsclaw (basketball, 1998) and Lisa Fernandez (softball, 1993). In 2001, Joyner-Kersee was honored as the "Top Collegiate Woman Athlete for the Past 25 Years.". (Utladyvols.com)
In absence of Holdsclaw, Spanish rookie sparks L.A. attack Jun 18, 2007
The Sparks, still adjusting to the sudden retirement of Chamique Holdsclaw, are second in the Western Conference with a 5-3 record and an assist from Fernandez. More comfortable at shooting guard, Fernandez has stepped in to play point guard with injuries to Tameka Johnson and the departure of Holdsclaw. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sparks hold on to beat woeful Mystics Jun 16, 2007
The Sparks' visit to Washington came just four days after the sudden retirement of former Mystic Chamique Holdsclaw. The six-time all-star forward spent her first six seasons with the Mystics before being traded to the Sparks for Milton-Jones in March 2005. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Sparks rally for 74-71 win over Comets Jun 15, 2007
8 seconds left to help the Los Angeles Sparks rally for a 74-71 victory Wednesday night over Houston in their first game without Chamique Holdsclaw. "This is a game that, two weeks ago, we probably would have lost," Sparks coach Michael Cooper said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Holdsclaw UT's best ever? Jun 15, 2007
Chamique Holdsclaw gave no reason after leaving the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks five games into the 2007 season. Holdsclaw enjoyed a productive WNBA career but never lived up to the promise she showed in college. (InsideTennessee.com)
Augustus, Lynx bring down Sun in OT Jun 14, 2007
LaToya Thomas added 16 points, Murriel Page scored 13 points and Mwadi Mabika had nine rebounds for the Sparks (4-2), who were playing their first game since Chamique Holdsclaw abruptly retired Monday. Copyright 2007 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Sign Brown, Tillis Jun 14, 2007
LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Sparks signed two free agents, guard Kiesha Brown and center Iciss Tillis Wednesday to replace the retired Chamique Holdsclaw. Brown played three games with Minnesota before being waived May 25. (ESPN -- WNBA)
Joan Cronan offers reasons for series' end Jun 14, 2007
Additionally, Summitt said she was surprised with the timing of the abrupt retirement of former Lady Vols All-American Chamique Holdsclaw from the WNBAs Los Angeles Sparks five games into the season. to read the rest of this story. (InsideTennessee.com)
McNabb practices ahead of schedule Jun 12, 2007
Basketball LA's Holdsclaw retires unexpectedly Chamique Holdsclaw, a six-time WNBA All-Star who re-signed with the Los Angeles Sparks in February, stunned the team by retiring. The 29-year-old forward had played in the Sparks' first five games this season, averaging 15. (Boston Globe)
Holdsclaw retires from WNBA Jun 12, 2007
Ad Links Los Angeles Sparks forward Chamique Holdsclaw, a six-time All-Star in the WNBA and the league Rookie of the Year in 1999, shockingly announced her retirement on Monday. The 29-year-old Holdsclaw, the most prolific scorer in University of Tennessee history, joined the Sparks in 2005, and before then played six seasons for the Washington Mystics. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lawson leads Monarchs to 82-67 victory over winless Comets; Holdsclaw stuns Sparks by retiring Jun 12, 2007
Also Monday, Chamique Holdsclaw, a six-time WNBA All-Star who re-signed with the Los Angeles Sparks in February, stunned the team by retiring. The 29-year-old forward had played in the Sparks' first five games this season, averaging 15. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME INDUCTS SIX Jun 10, 2007
A two-time All-American, she was the Lady Vols' career scoring leader at 2,460 until Chamique Holdsclaw started her career a decade later. Gordon averaged 18 points and 6. (Utladyvols.com)
Tennessee Decides To End Series Against UConn, Terminating Deal Jun 9, 2007
The games have always featured some of the nation's best players, such as Rebecca Lobo, Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi for Connecticut and Chamique Holdsclaw, Tamika Catchings and Nikki McCray for Tennessee. Tennessee won the national championship this year. (Mac-Sports.com)
Connecticut-Tennessee hoops rivalry on hiatus Jun 9, 2007
The games are always nationally televised and have always featured some of the nation's best players, such as Rebecca Lobo, Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi for Connecticut and Chamique Holdsclaw, Tamika Catchings and Nikki McCray for Tennessee. Neither coach could immediately be reached for comment. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
More of this story May 26, 2007
Veteran point guard Chamique Holdsclaw will have to pick up the slack if the team hopes to contend. The Sparks started the season by splitting their first two games. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Catchings leads Fever past Sparks 83-70 May 25, 2007
Chamique Holdsclaw led the Sparks (1-1) with 23 points and six rebounds, while Taj McWilliams-Franklin added 12 points and six rebounds. The Fever (2-0) forced 20 turnovers and outrebounded the Sparks 34-29. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Orange Nation Apr 29, 2007
How to Join Fill out the registration card and submit to the VASF office in the McKenzie-Lawson Building located at the corner of Lake Loudoun Blvd. and Chamique Holdsclaw Dr.. How much does it cost to join ORANGE NATION. (Utsports.com)
ROOKIE REPORT FROM SIDNEY SPENCER AT THE LOS ANGELES SPARKS TRAINING CAMP Apr 29, 2007
She was joined by former UT standouts Chamique Holdsclaw (1995-99) and (1999-2003) on the opening day training camp roster. Holdsclaw is an eight-year veteran of the league and is one of 11 returning Sparks' players, while Jackson has played three years in the league and is a training camp invitee. (Utladyvols.com)
CANDACE PARKER NAMED 2006-07 HONDA AWARD WINNER Apr 17, 2007
The University of Tennessee Lady Volunteers. FAN ZONE THE LOCKER ROOM. (Utladyvols.com)
Lady Vols' coaches rewarded for title Apr 6, 2007
She follows Chamique Holdsclaw (1998, 1997), Michelle Marciniak (1996), Bridgette Gordon (1989) and Tonya Edwards (1987). As the Lady Vols were making their run through the NCAA tournament, Summitt said she believed this team had the ingredients to win a national championship that previous teams had been missing. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lady Vols' Summitt rewards assistants with cars Apr 5, 2007
She follows Chamique Holdsclaw (1998, 1997), Michelle Marciniak (1996), Bridgette Gordon (1989) and Tonya Edwards (1987). Slide show: The Week in Sports Pictures. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Tennessee wins women's NCAA title Apr 5, 2007
She knew only a title would fulfill her legacy and allow her to be mentioned along with Chamique Holdsclaw, Tamika Catchings and Bridgette Gordon. She belongs in their class now. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lady Vols celebrate national championship in style Apr 5, 2007
"Summitt called out each player and described how important each was to the title run.Candace Parker, who had 17 points, seven rebounds and three assists Tuesday night and was selected the Most Outstanding Player, becoming the fifth Lady Vol to be so honored. She follows Chamique Holdsclaw (1998, 1997), Michelle Marciniak (1996), Bridgette Gordon (1989) and Tonya Edwards (1987).As the Lady Vols were making their run through the NCAA tournament, Summitt said she believed this team had the... (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Parker Leads NCAA All-Tournament Team Apr 5, 2007
With Parker's MOP distinction, she becomes the fifth Lady Volunteer to earn the honor and joins an elite company of former standout Tennessee players that include two-time winner Chamique Holdsclaw (1997 and 1998), Michelle Marciniak (1996), Bridgette Gordon (1989) and Tonya Edwards (1987). Yet unlike the honor of winning the title, the MOP award means nothing to Parker who finished with 13 rebounds and 14 points in the semifinal game against North Carolina and 17 points and seven rebounds... (Utladyvols.com)
Strange column: Summitt: This team deserved to be national champions Apr 4, 2007
But it seems like forever since No. 6, back in 98 when Chamique Holdsclaw ere cutting down the nets in Kansas City to complete a three-peat. So how did it feel, Pat Summitt, finally getting No. 7. (KnoxNews, KY)
Vols' Parker: From phenom to champ Apr 4, 2007
"She would tell you she definitely needs a title to validate her career and her place at Tennessee," coach Pat Summitt was saying Monday, "because people compare her to Tamika Catchings and Chamique Holdsclaw. And Candace knows that and understands that and she said, 'Don't talk about Candace Parker along with Chamique and Tamika until Candace Parker's a part of a national championship.' Which I think speaks volumes for who she is. Right or wrong, that's how people will most likely define her... (USA Today -- Sports)
Volunteers make it back to the top Apr 4, 2007
She had said she did not want to be mentioned in the same breath as former Volunteers standouts Chamique Holdsclaw and Tamika Catchings until she won a title. Now she can. (The Miami Herald)
NCAA basketball: Tennessee regains title Apr 4, 2007
"In order to win a national championship, I think you have to have a go-to player," said Summitt, referring to Parker, the Lady Vols' first dominant star since Chamique Holdsclaw graduated in 1999. "And that's something we don't always consistently have. It makes a difference when you have someone that can step up and make the big plays and make everyone else better on the floor." Parker had said she needed a championship to validate her career at Tennessee. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
RUTGERS FALLS IN TITLE GAME Apr 4, 2007
"Yes they did, and now the comparisons between Parker and Chamique Holdsclaw, Tamika Catchings and the rest of the Tennessee greats can begin. ?The Trentonian 2007 Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement. Please read our Privacy Policy ?2006 Trentonian - a Journal Register Property. All Rights reserved. Local Newspapers is your local connection to newspaper websites in Philadelphia.. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Parker resolved to make it a banner night Apr 3, 2007
could be only hours away from forging a personal sense of belonging alongside former Tennessee greats such as Chamique Holdsclaw, Tamika Catchings and Bridgette Gordon. Parker will lead the Lady Vols (33-3) against upstart Rutgers (27-8) tonight in Quicken Loans Arena in the championship game of the NCAA Tournament. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
History in the making at Women's Final Four Apr 3, 2007
That's a dry spell that borders on biblical in Knoxville, and Parker, the sophomore All-Everything forward, can stake her claim among the Tennessee greats by following in the very large footsteps of Bridgette Gordon, Chamique Holdsclaw, and Tamika Catchings ... "If I had to say today who has been the player that's had the greatest impact on championships, it's Chamique Holdsclaw," she said of the star of her 1996-98 title teams. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Goestenkors, Paris win AP women's awards Apr 1, 2007
" The best of the best Past players of the year for NCAA women's college basketball since The Associated Press first started the award in 1995: 2007 -- Courtney Paris, Oklahoma 2006 -- Seimone Augustus, LSU 2005 -- Seimone Augustus, LSU 2004 -- Alana Beard, Duke 2003 -- Diana Taurasi, Connecticut 2002 -- Sue Bird, Connecticut 2001 -- Ruth Riley, Notre Dame 2000 -- Tamika Catchings, Tennessee 1999 -- Chamique Holdsclaw, Tenn. 1998 -- Chamique Holdsclaw, Tenn. 1997 -- Kara Wolters, Connecticut... (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Kentucky job is hot topic Apr 1, 2007
"Whatever Donovan says doesn't matter unless it's a flat denial that he is interested in Kentucky. Others seem more than willing to say it for him.Reports say Kentucky will offer Donovan a million-dollar raise on his current $1.8 million annual salary. With incentives, say the stories, the Kentucky offer could be as much as $3.5 million. Florida officials say they already are working on a raise and contract extension for Donovan. One tale has Donovan's family looking at houses in Lexington,... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
PARKER NAMED TO USBWA PLAYER OF THE YEAR Apr 1, 2007
Chamique Holdsclaw won the award twice, in 1998 and '99, and Tamika Catchings was the player of the year in 2000. Ohio State's Jessica Davenport, Maryland's Crystal Langhorne, North Carolina's Ivory Latta, Oklahoma's Courtney Paris and Stanford's Candice Wiggins each also repeated as an All-America selection. (Utladyvols.com)
CANDACE PARKER NAMED KODAK ALL-AMERICAN Apr 1, 2007
CANDACE PARKER NAMED KODAK ALL-AMERICAN :: Sophomore Earns Honor For Second Straight Season. The University of Tennessee Lady Volunteers. (Utladyvols.com)
Summitt thinks Lady Vols have what it takes Mar 30, 2007
What's different about Tennessee this season starts with All-American Candace Parker, who some believe is even more versatile than Chamique Holdsclaw, the star when Tennessee won its last three national crowns. think that in the previous years, I would say we've had some very fine teams, but we also played against some of our competition that had better go-to players, players that could make plays, Summitt said. (Missoulian, MT)
Queensborough Tigers on the prowl again in '07 Mar 30, 2007
Charles won last year; Careem Gay, now at Duke, received the honor in 2005; WNBA all-star Sue Bird won in 1998; Chamique Holdsclaw in 1995; and Margaret McKeon in 1986, the first time it was given out. "For me to know I got the same award as Sue Bird and Chamique Holdsclaw, that's like, 'Wow,'" Dixon said. (Queens Village Times, NY)
UM Women's Hoops: Shock & Awe Mar 27, 2007
DAYTON, OHIO Most of them grew up rooting for Tennessee, watching former Lady Vols like Chamique Holdsclaw and Tamika Catchings dominate the college basketball world. Ole Miss freshman Alliesha Easley, a Memphis native, said she followed in awe as the Lady Vols won titles. (The Clarion-Ledger)
2006-07 Women's Basketball Season Review Mar 27, 2007
Had Sliskovic reached the 1,000-point mark in 2006-07, she would have joined a short list of players in SEC history with 1,000 points, 650 rebounds, 175 assists and 110 blocks, as Chamique Holdsclaw (3,025 points, 1,295 rebounds, 386 assists and 115 blocks at Tennessee from 1996-99), Wendy Scholtens (2,602 points, 1,272 rebounds, 305 assists and 217 blocks at Vanderbilt from 1988-91), Julie Gross (2,488 points, 1,466 rebounds, 220 assists and 178 blocks at LSU from 1976-80), Tan White (2,421... (Uscsports.com)
