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Kellie Harper will return to Tennessee

After six years at the helm of Missouri State’s women’s basketball program, Kellie Harper is returning to her alma mater to coach the Lady Volunteers at the University of Tennessee.

"I'm excited to have Kellie as our new women's basketball coach," Tennessee athletic director Phillip Fulmer said in a press release. "She is a Lady Vol through and through. Her love of the game, her care and love for her players, and her loyalty to UT all came through during the interview process.

"Kellie has proven to be a winner at every stop in her career, taking three programs to the NCAA Tournament.