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Lady Vols Basketball Suffers Fourth Straight Loss Against Oklahoma
Head coach Kim Caldwell addresses team's struggles after 100-93 defeat
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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The University of Tennessee Lady Vols basketball team has now lost four consecutive games, the latest defeat coming at the hands of the University of Oklahoma in a 100-93 road loss. Following the game, Lady Vols head coach Kim Caldwell met with the media to discuss the team's performance, including the status of player Janiah Barker and the contributions of Nya Robertson, who scored 18 points in the losing effort.
Why it matters
The Lady Vols are one of the most storied women's basketball programs in the country, with multiple national championships. However, the team has struggled mightily this season, already matching their loss total from the previous year. Caldwell's comments provide insight into the challenges the team is facing and the steps they may need to take to turn things around.
The details
In the loss to Oklahoma, the Lady Vols were unable to contain the Sooners' offense, which scored 100 points. Nya Robertson was a bright spot for Tennessee, scoring 18 points on 4-of-9 shooting from the field and 4-of-8 from three-point range. She also contributed three rebounds, two assists and a steal. However, the team's overall defensive struggles and inability to get stops proved to be their undoing.
- The Lady Vols lost to Oklahoma on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
- This was the fourth consecutive loss for the Lady Vols.
The players
Kim Caldwell
The head coach of the University of Tennessee Lady Vols basketball team.
Nya Robertson
A player for the University of Tennessee Lady Vols basketball team who scored 18 points in the loss to Oklahoma.
Janiah Barker
A player for the University of Tennessee Lady Vols basketball team whose status was discussed by head coach Kim Caldwell.
What they’re saying
“We must find a way to get back on track and end this losing streak. Our team is better than what we've shown lately.”
— Kim Caldwell, Head Coach, University of Tennessee Lady Vols
What’s next
The Lady Vols will look to end their four-game losing streak when they host the University of Georgia on February 26, 2026.
The takeaway
The Lady Vols' struggles this season highlight the challenges even the most storied women's basketball programs can face. Coach Caldwell and her team will need to make adjustments to their game plan and player rotations in order to turn things around and regain their status as one of the top teams in the SEC.
