Quick Info
| Profession | Basketball coach and former player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 14/02/1981 |
| Age | 45 years |
| Birthplace | Alexandria, Virginia, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Kara Lawson
Kara Lawson led the United States to the gold medal at the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin, beating France 97-79 in the final after overcoming a 14-point deficit. It was the fifth consecutive World Cup gold for the US women's team. Lawson, who is also Duke's head coach, has continued to lead both programs.
Lawson was announced as an analyst for the WNBA on Prime broadcast team ahead of the league's 30th season. She joined a lineup that includes other former players and analysts for the media company's WNBA coverage.
Lawson was named the 2026 ACC Women's Basketball Coach of the Year, leading Duke's All-ACC selections. The honor followed a season in which Duke won both the ACC regular season and tournament titles.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Kara Marie Lawson is an American basketball coach and former professional player. She played as a guard in the WNBA, won Olympic gold with the United States, and later became a national television analyst and a coach. She leads the Duke University women's basketball program and also serves as head coach of the United States women's national team, a role she took on in 2025. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) |
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| Weight | 150 lb (68 kg) |
| Position | Guard (shooting guard) |
| Shooting Hand | Right |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | West Springfield High School, Springfield, Virginia |
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| University | University of Tennessee |
| Degree | Bachelor's degree in Finance, University of Tennessee College of Business (2003) |
Personal Life
| Spouse | Damien Barling |
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Relationships & More
| Coach | Pat Summitt (University of Tennessee) |
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Career
| Playing Career |
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| Olympic and International |
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| Broadcasting |
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| Coaching |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Was named MVP of the 1999 WBCA High School All-America Game after scoring 20 points | |
| 2. Received the Frances Pomeroy Naismith Award as the best senior player under 5 ft 8 in | |
| 3. Was inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame in 2019 | |
| 4. Her motivational "Handle Hard Better" speech became widely shared on social media |
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