Quotes From Indiana Fever regarding Pat Summitt's Retirement

Indiana Fever Head Coach Lin Dunn (a Tennessee resident who has known Summitt for 42 years; the two both attended UT-Martin, were a part of the same sorority and are credited with the birth of its women�s basketball program; both have led coaching careers since that time):

�It is a sad day for Tennessee sports as Pat Summitt steps aside. We have lost our John Wooden!"

Tamika Catchings:

Her first reaction to the news: �It was definitely a shock because of the timing. Her legacy will always stand, so far as elevating the women�s game and bringing people to our game. I do think it�s also a relief for her and everybody involved at UT. She�s not leaving and she�ll still be a part of Tennessee and a part of the program.�

Thoughts on Summitt�s impact on her life: �Completely aside form basketball, Pat was like my second mother -- my mother away from mom when I got to the University of Tennessee, and even now. She is somebody who I always know will be in my corner. She is a driving force behind who I am, on and off the court.�

Shyra Ely:

�I can't even begin to express the impact that Pat Summitt has had in my life as a woman and basketball player. How blessed am I to have played for a legend! While today is a sad day for basketball fans everywhere, let's be thankful for her legacy and the stamp she left on this game. I'm so proud to be a Lady Vol! Thank You, Pat Summitt!!�

Congrats to Holly Warlick and I wish her all the best as she leads our team! Pat left us in great hands!�V4L!!�

Mickie DeMoss (served beside Summitt on her UT staff for 21 seasons before resigning to join the Fever last week):

First reaction: �I am happy for Pat. Her health and well-being are most important to me. She now can focus on doing things for Pat. She has given 38 years to UT and to women�s basketball. Now, she can do what�s best for herself, every day. I�m happy for my friend, and happy that she can begin a new chapter in her life.�

On her legacy: �She�s had such a unique and powerful impact on the women�s game � not only on the college level, but on EVERY level. Her legacy will always be revered.�

On DeMoss� life and career: �The impact that she has had on me, not only as a professional but as a person, has been tremendous. It has been a very powerful impact. I will always be grateful for her influence.�

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Fever Chief Operating Officer and General Manager Kelly Krauskopf:

�Pat Summitt�s legacy continues through her players in the WNBA. Thank you for inspiring and challenging the next generation of leaders to become as great as you. You�ll be missed on the sidelines, Pat!�