Patricia Anne Newman (December 2, 1939 – April 9, 2022) was the first head women's

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, United States. Newman recorded an overall record of 71–24 in four seasons as head coach of the Lady Tigers, including the

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Championships in 1976, 1977, and 1978. Her team was the

Runner-Up in 1979. She was succeeded by Karen Elliot. Newman died on April 9, 2022.Patricia Anne Newman
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