Following a season in which the Lady Vols posted eight top-five finishes and a 13th-place showing at the 2025 NCAA Championships, Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Danny White announced that he has extended Tennessee women’s golf head coach Diana Cantú’s contract through the 2030 season.
“The progress of our women’s golf program under Diana’s leadership has been exciting to witness,” said White. “The team returned to nationals for the first time since 2019, and the high-caliber student-athletes she has recruited and developed on Rocky Top position us well for continued success!”
In her fourth season at the helm of her alma mater, Cantú guided UT to its first NCAA Championships appearance since 2019 and helped the team advance to match play quarterfinals at the SEC Championships. Additionally, UT compiled an overall record of 109-62-4 and eclipsed the 100 head-to-head wins mark for the first time since 2019.
In addition to team success, Cantú has played an integral role in the development of players individually, as Kyra Van Kan earned SEC All-Freshman team honors and three Lady Vols had multiple top-10 finishes throughout the season.
“I am honored to be part of what I believe is the premier athletics department in the nation,” said Cantu. “I am especially grateful for the steadfast support and confidence shown by Chancellor Donde Plowman, Director of Athletics Danny White, Cam Walker, and Angie Boyd-Keck—both in me, my staff, and the long-term vision we share for this program. It is a privilege to continue leading the Lady Vols Golf program, and I look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead.
“As a proud LVFL, I hold immense pride in representing the University of Tennessee and contributing to its rich tradition of excellence. Since returning to Knoxville, my staff and I have worked diligently to reenergize this program and return it to national prominence. I consider it a true blessing to work alongside such talented, dedicated and competitive young women. While we are proud of the progress we have made, our journey is far from over.”
Cantú is steadily approaching the 300-win mark as she enters her fifth season in Knoxville.
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