Lady Vols Rising Stars: Samara Spencer & Ruby Whitehorn

Samara Spencer (#7) and Ruby Whitehorn (#2) are making their mark on the Lady Vols this season, each bringing their unique talents and backgrounds to the team. Samara, a senior guard and transfer from Arkansas, talks about her love for basketball, aspirations to coach, and the importance of decompressing after practice. Ruby, a junior guard from Clemson, shares her dreams of playing in the WNBA and giving back by opening a homeless shelter.

In this episode, the two reflect on their admiration for Coach Kim Caldwell, the influence of Pat Summitt’s legacy, and how they’ve adjusted to Coach Kim’s dynamic 5-in-5-out playstyle. They also give a special shoutout to Big Time Rush and test Austin Price’s boy band knowledge. From the excitement of joining a new program to their shared goals for the season, Samara and Ruby give an inside look at what it’s like to be a Lady Vol in 2025.

Tune in for a fun, inspiring episode with two of the Lady Vols’ best!