"The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame honors those who have contributed to the sport of women's basketball. The Hall of Fame opened in 1999 in Knoxville, Tennessee, USA. It is the only facility of its kind dedicated to all levels of women's basketball.

"Knoxville is known for having a large women's basketball following as well as being the home of the University of Tennessee's Lady Vols basketball team previously coached by women's coach Pat Summitt, who was part of the first class inducted. With the 2017 Induction, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame celebrated its 19th anniversary and added six new members to its hall, honoring 157 inductees. Inductees may be nominated in the following categories: Coach, Veteran Coach, Player, International Player, Veteran Player, Contributor, and Official.

"The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is home to the world's largest basketball sitting on the north rotunda of the hall, measuring 30 feet tall and weighing 10 tons. The WBHOF Basketball Courts in the north rotunda of the hall allow one to test one's basketball skills on three different courts representing the hall's mission statement of "honoring the past, celebrating the present, and promoting the future" of women's basketball. The courts also are home to a timed dribbling course and a passing skills area. There is also a photo area where you can pretend to be players from different eras in history." (Wikipedia)

"The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is home to the world’s largest basketball. The Baden Ball measures 30-feet tall and weighs 10 tons and perched atop massive basketball goal. There are 96,000 Dimples on the Ball," the Offbeat Tennessee says.



"The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame opened in June 1999. The 32,000-square-foot building cost $9.3 million. The building includes a theater, replicas of locker rooms, video footage, Olympic gold medals and old uniforms.

"The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is an international museum dedicated to preserving the history of women’s basketball. A non-profit organization, managed by the Hall of Fame Management Inc Board, the Hall of Fame is the only facility of its kind dedicated to all levels of women’s basketball in the world."

"Knoxville is home to the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, the only facility of its kind dedicated to all levels of women’s basketball. The iconic 17-foot bronze statue in the Pat Summitt Rotunda exemplifies the Hall’s mission to “honor the past, celebrate the present, and promote the future” of women’s basketball. With the 2019 Induction, the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame celebrated its 21st Anniversary and added seven new members to the prestigious Hall, honoring 171 inductees. In the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, you can test your skills on three different courts, a dribbling course, and a passing skills area. There is also a photo area where you can pretend to be different players throughout history," the Visit Knoxville says.

"The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is home to the world’s largest basketball. The Hall of Fame basketball measures 30-feet tall and weighs 10 tons. AdmissionAdults: $7.95 Seniors: $5.95 Children (6-15): $5.95 Children (5 and under): Free Current Exhibits: World’s Largest Basketball The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is home to the world’s largest basketball. The Baden Ball measures 30-feet tall and weighs 10 tons. Ring of Honor The Ring of Honor consists of over 100 jerseys hanging from the rafters of the back rotunda. These jerseys represent the top high school and college players from each season.

"Basketball Courts In the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, you can test your basketball skills on three different courts, a timed dribbling course, a passing skills area, and a vertical leap challenge. Hall of Honor The Hall of Honor is where we formally recognize the individuals who have been inducted into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame. Each inductee has helped the game of women’s basketball grow, and their achievements are highlighted in this area. Mother of Women’s Basketball Senda Berenson is considered the “Mother of Women’s Basketball.” She authored and developed the first basketball guide for women. At the Hall, you can listen to Senda as she tells you about the early years of women’s basketball."

"The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame opened in June 1999 in Knoxville, Tennessee. It is the only facility of its kind dedicated to all levels of women's basketball," the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame Store says.

"With the 2019 Induction, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame celebrated its 21st Anniversary and added seven new members to our prestigious Hall, honoring 171 inductees. In addition to preserving the history of the game, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is also the perfect location for special events, proms, wedding receptions, corporate meetings, birthday parties, and reunions, to name a few.

"So whether you are looking for inspiration, education or just plain fun, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is the place to find it!"

"Celebrating over 125 years of women's basketball through interactive exhibits and ball court activities, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame opened in June 1999 in Knoxville, Tennessee. It is the only facility of its kind in the world dedicated to all levels of women's basketball," the TN Vacation says.



"The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is home to the world’s largest basketball. The Ball measures 30-feet tall and weighs 10 tons.

"In addition to preserving the history of the game, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is also the perfect location for special events, proms, wedding receptions, corporate meetings, birthday parties, and reunions, to name a few. So whether you are looking for inspiration, education or just plain fun, the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is the place to find it!"

"The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, dedicated to all levels of women's basketball, is a great place to learn about the game's history and key players over the years. Spanning 35,000 square feet, the facility features the Hall of Honors, which displays the names of noted players inducted into the Hall of Fame,"  the US News Travel says.

"In addition, visitors can test their own basketball skills on three different courts and enjoy a fun photo area where they can pretend to be different players. What's more, the museum is home to the world's largest basketball, measuring 30 feet in height and weighing 10 tons. Recent travelers said this is a must-visit for basketball fans, with great exhibits, and lots to see and learn.

"The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is open May 1 through Labor Day, Monday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. From Labor Day through April 30, it is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission costs $7.95 for adults and $5.95 for children ages 6 to 15; kids 5 and younger enjoy free entrance. The venue is located across the street from the James White's Fort near downtown. For more information, visit the official website."

"The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is home to the world’s largest basketball. The Hall of Fame basketball measures 30-feet tall and weighs 10 tons,"  The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame says.

"The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame opened in June 1999 in Knoxville, Tennessee. The 35,000 square foot facility was completed by Bell Construction. It is the only facility of its kind dedicated to all levels of women’s basketball.

" In addition to preserving the history of the game, the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is also the perfect location for special events, proms, wedding receptions, corporate meetings, birthday parties, and reunions, to name a few. So whether you are looking for inspiration, education or just plain fun, the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is the place to find it!"

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