In five seasons as head coach, Adams had a cumulative 127–37 record and two Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference titles in 2000 and 2001.

[5] The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) hired Adams as head women's basketball coach on April 20, 2001.

At UTEP, Adams created a mentorship program that helped ensure a high graduation rate among her players.

[8] Adams is credited with building a successful women's basketball program that also "encourages interaction between players and fans.

[14] The following table shows Adams' head coaching record at the NCAA Division I level.