Tennessee Lady Vols continue to spiral in shocking upset vs. Georgia…
The No. 11 Tennessee Lady Volunteers suffered a surprising 72-69 home defeat to the unranked Georgia Bulldogs on Sunday, March 2, 2025, marking a significant upset in women’s college basketball. This loss snapped Tennessee’s 53-game home winning streak against unranked opponents, a run dating back to 2021.
Georgia began the game assertively, establishing an 11-0 lead as Tennessee struggled offensively, missing their first nine field goal attempts. The Bulldogs extended their advantage to 33-10 in the second quarter. Despite a valiant comeback effort that saw the Lady Vols tie the game in the third quarter and briefly lead in the fourth, Georgia regained control in the final minutes. Mia Woolfolk led the Bulldogs with 20 points, while De’Mauri Flournoy added 18.
Tennessee’s leading scorer, Talaysia Cooper, exited the game in the second quarter due to a right ankle injury and did not return, impacting the team’s performance. This loss could affect the Lady Vols’ seeding in the upcoming SEC and NCAA tournaments, potentially jeopardizing their chances of hosting early-round NCAA games.
Following the game, Tennessee honored seven seniors during Senior Day festivities, including Jewel Spear, who led the team with 20 points in the contest. The Lady Vols now turn their attention to the SEC Tournament, set to begin Wednesday in Greenville, South Carolina, where they aim to rebound from this setback.
