
Tamara Washington gives Tennessee State a bruising interior presence with veteran pedigree
Washington stands out as a true post anchor for Tennessee State, bringing size, rebounding, and an old-school inside game that can stabilize a lineup on both ends. Her value is less about flashy box-score volume and more about physicality, toughness, and knowing how to control the paint—traits that matter in tight conference games. Tennessee State’s women’s team finished 2025-26 at 18-13 overall and 10-4 in league play, so she fits a competitive, defense-first environment where dependable interior play can swing outcomes. [1][9]