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Joye Lee-McNelis dies at 63: Former Southern Miss, Memphis women's basketball coach battled cancer for years
Longtime women's college basketball coach Joye Lee-McNelis died at the age of 63 after a prolonged battle with cancer, Southern Miss announced. She retired following the 2024-25 season after 21 years coaching at her alma mater. Lee-McNelis also led Memphis from 1991 to 2004, guiding the Tigers to four NCAA Tournament appearances.
Arrangements were announced for long-time University of Southern Mississippi women's basketball coach Joye Lee-McNelis.
Joye Lee-McNelis is one of USA TODAY’s Women of the Year, a recognition of women who have made a significant impact in their communities and across the country.
Bilderback replaces Joye Lee-McNelis. Southern Miss women's basketball has announced the hiring of Missy Bilderback as the program's next head coach. News Sports Business Entertainment Opinion ...
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