Holly Rowe elaborates on deleted X post criticizing Tennessee athletic department
"I’m still grieving (Pat Summit) frequently, and to watch that legacy getting reduced to something that’s not special is hard to watch."
"I’m still grieving (Pat Summit) frequently, and to watch that legacy getting reduced to something that’s not special is hard to watch."
"Gut wrenching to watch him let one of the greatest programs in womens sports history disintegrate. I am devastated."
"I think that one thing that is a common denominator with all of us is we truly do the game thinking about how can we best serve the audience?"
The hour-long special was filmed in December at Knoxville's historic Tennessee Theatre in front of a live audience.
The lead trio of Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo, and Holly Rowe remain in place.
"Just so you have on background - no attribution to me or the league..."
"I'm all for letting them play. But when you cross the line, you gotta call it."
"Continuing to work with Holly and Ryan was a big driver for me in terms of wanting to stay put at ESPN."
"I just need you to understand I gave up Mr. Switzerland because of Pat Summitt."
"I have an injury update on myself..."
"An apple a day keeps the doctor away - Miss Terry and Nick Saban"
"I benefit greatly by getting to be partners with two amazing people and amazing broadcasters."
"...she is a champion of empowering and leading others as she has changed the script and added her voice to sports commentary."
"I love you. That's all I could say. I love you."
"There are times where she has the ball and the defense, they know she's not going to shoot it.
Only three of ESPN's first and second round teams remain the same as last year.
"I've been informed that the role of Holly Rowe will be played by Marty Smith."
She made no qualms about it, not even trying to hide how she felt.
"Holly, proof again that you’re not only an incredible human being — but a national treasure!"
Rowe handled the chaos the best she could.
The network will deploy six broadcast teams for the postseason.
"Holly Rowe remains the sideline gold standard."
"It was one of the most helpless feelings I've ever had in my life."
Rowe's home was threatened by a wildfire that erupted near Salt Lake City, forcing evacuations in the area.
"I'm just happy for the team. And I want to make it about us."