Coach Yo supports former Ole Miss player after cancer diagnosis

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Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Coach Yo supports former Ole Miss player after cancer diagnosis
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Ole Miss women's basketball coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin expressed support for Armintie Price Herrington after she revealed her breast cancer diagnosis on July 27. Herrington, a notable player for Ole Miss from 2004-07, shared her journey through the illness on social media, encouraging others by highlighting stories of survival. McPhee-McCuin responded with a message, assuring Herrington that the Ole Miss community would support her through this challenge. Herrington, a three-time All-SEC player and WNBA Rookie of the Year, has significant ties to the Ole Miss program, both as a player and a coach.

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  • Armintie Price Herrington diagnosed with breast cancer.
  • Yolett McPhee-McCuin offers support via social media.
  • Herrington played at Ole Miss from 2004 to 2007.
  • She was a three-time All-SEC player and WNBA Rookie of the Year.
  • McPhee-McCuin vows the Ole Miss family will support Herrington.
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Ole Miss women's basketball coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin is supporting former player and coach Armintie Price Herrington, who was diagnosed with cancer.

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