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Which prestigious coaching award was renamed in honor of Pat Summitt in 2011?

  • Naismith Coach of the Year

  • Summitt Trophy

  • Wooden Award

  • Coach K Award

Answer

The Summitt Trophy, formerly known as the Naismith College Coach of the Year Award, underwent a rechristening in 2011 to honor the legendary Pat Summitt, the highly successful and influential women's basketball coach who shaped the University of Tennessee Lady Volunteers program for over 38 seasons. This prestigious accolade recognizes the outstanding achievements and contributions of exceptional coaches in the NCAA Division I men's and women's basketball.
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