"Virginia Tech's Search for Kenny Brooks' Replacement and Kentucky's Women's Basketball Rise"
Virginia Tech women's basketball coach Kenny Brooks has left for Kentucky, leaving the Hokies in search of a replacement. Rice head coach Lindsay Edmonds has emerged as the top target for the position, known for her coaching experience and success at Rice. Edmonds, a Winston-Salem native, has strong ties in the region and is seen as a strong recruiter. Athletic director Whit Babcock aims to move quickly to secure a replacement and retain the team's younger players and incoming recruits. Other potential candidates include Britney Anderson and Kim Caldwell, with a decision expected to be made soon.