The Tennessee Lady Vols, under head coach Kim Caldwell, have secured a commitment from elite 5-star small forward Deniya Prawl. Prawl, standing at 6-foot-1, is ranked as the No. 3 small forward nationally and the No. 3 player from Florida in the 2025 class. She chose Tennessee over other top programs, including Baylor and Notre Dame, citing the coaching staff’s consistency and genuine care as pivotal factors in her decision.
Prawl joins an impressive 2025 recruiting class for the Lady Vols, which also includes 5-star point guard Mia Pauldo and her twin sister, 4-star recruit Mya Pauldo. Additionally, Tennessee recently secured a commitment from 5-star power forward Lauren Hurst, the top in-state player from Cleveland, Tennessee. Hurst’s decision to stay home and play for the Lady Vols further bolsters Caldwell’s already stellar recruiting efforts.
Notably, the entire 2025 recruiting class has been nominated for the prestigious McDonald’s All-American Game, underscoring the exceptional talent Caldwell has attracted to Knoxville.
This collective recognition highlights the program’s resurgence and positions the Lady Vols for a promising future in women’s college basketball.
Caldwell’s dynamic recruiting approach and commitment to fostering a supportive environment have been instrumental in assembling this remarkable class. Her vision for the program aligns with Tennessee’s storied legacy, aiming to restore the Lady Vols to national prominence.
With these elite additions, the Lady Vols are poised to make significant strides in the upcoming seasons, blending a rich tradition with a renewed competitive edge under Caldwell’s leadership.
