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Vols lose late lead, fall at South Carolina, 63-61, now 6-6 SEC
A career-high 25 points from junior John Fulkerson wasn’t enough to lead the Tennessee basketball team past South Carolina, as the Vols fell, 63-61, inside Colonial Life Arena Saturday.
Lady Vols run-ruled by Texas 11-0, put away Utah 8-5
It was an anything but a lovely finish to Valentine’s Day for No. 12 Tennessee on Friday.
Lady Vols Close Time Abroad with Win Over CBU
junior outfielder Amanda Ayala (1-for-3), who was the designated player against the Lancers, belted a two-RBI double down the right field line to give Tennessee a 3-1 advantage.
UT Erupts for 19 Runs in Rout of Western Illinois
The Vols had 11 players record a base hit and eight players drive in runs as the Big Orange scored their most runs in a single game since head coach Tony Vitello took over the program.
Vols Blank Western Illinois on Opening Day 3-0
Tennessee opened its 2020 season with a shutout win over Western Illinois on a chilly Friday afternoon at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.
Tamika Catchings a finalist for Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Tennessee women’s basketball legend Tamika Catchings was announced Friday evening as one of eight finalists for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The list was revealed at the NBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago.
Hoops Central: #25/RV Lady Vols vs. #16/18 Texas A&M
No. 25/RV Tennessee (17-7, 7-4 SEC) and No. 16/18 Texas A&M (19-5, 7-4 SEC) will meet Sunday at 3:02 p.m. ET in Thompson-Boling Arena in a contest that has seeding ramifications for the SEC Tournament.
#25 Lady Vols stumble at LSU 75-65
The #25 Lady Vols pulled within one but couldn’t overcome a 26-point fourth-quarter surge by LSU, falling 75-65 Thursday night at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.
Timely Runs, Turner’s Stuff Lifts UT Over CSU
After taking a 2-0 lead in the second, the margin carried the Lady Vols through 2.5 innings until the Rams tied it up on a homer and a couple of fielding errors.
Hoops Preview: Tennessee at South Carolina
Tennessee leads the all-time series with South Carolina, 47-27, dating to 1927.
Baseball Preview: Tennessee vs. Western Illinois
The Volunteers are coming of their best season in over a decade and have high hopes this year after advancing to an NCAA regional in 2019 for the first time since 2005.
Crochet & Soularie Named to Golden Spikes Award Preseason Watch List
Arizona State and Vanderbilt led all schools with three players each on the list, while Tennessee was one of 10 programs to have two players represented.
Beer Sales Highlight Fan Experience Upgrades at Lindsey Nelson Stadium
The Volunteers open the season with a three-game home series against Western Illinois this weekend.
Davis Makes Cheryl Miller Award Top-10
Davis leads the team in three-pointers with 27 buckets from long range and is second in steals (21) and third in assists (48).
Softball Preview: No. 12 UT at Puerto Vallarta Collegiate Challenge
UT will then face Colorado State immediately after at 1:30 p.m. to conclude the doubleheader opening day.
Tennessee Pulls Off Win at ASU to Finish Opening Weekend
Tennessee went into the day with a 4-0 lead and had to rely on its pitching and infield to hold off a persistent ASU offense that came within one score in the bottom of the sixth.
Vols Race Past Razorbacks 82-61, Now 6-5 SEC
Tennessee freshman Santiago Vescovi logged season-highs with 20 points and eight assists Tuesday as the Vols limited Arkansas to its fewest points in SEC play this season and posted a convincing 82-61 victory on Tuesday night in Thompson-Boling Arena.
Video: Vescovi on Gaines “He’s a great defender. He has a lot of energy all the time and he’s really intense.”
Tennessee guard Santiago Vescovi spoke to the media after Tennessee’s 82-61 win in Knoxville Tuesday night. Watch that below.
Video: Gaines “You’ve got to go into each game desperate for a win”
Tennessee guard Davonte Gaines spoke to the media after Tennessee’s 82-61 win in Knoxville Tuesday night. Watch that below.
Video: Nkamhoua “We’re in a position to make the tournament, but we really got to win”
Tennessee forward Olivier Nkamhoua spoke to the media after Tennessee’s 82-61 win in Knoxville Tuesday night. Watch that below.
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College Football News
Bonds set for two accused former Buckeyes
Two former Ohio State football players accused of rape appeared in court for the first time Thursday in Columbus.Franklin County Municipal Court Judge Cynthia Ebner set bond at $100,000 for Amir Ri
Colorado tabs Chiaverini as interim coach
Colorado named assistant coach Darrin Chiaverini as its interim football coach. He’ll take over for Mel Tucker, who officially was named head coach at Michigan State on Wednesday.Chiaverini, 42, wa
BYU LB Ah You arrested for suspicion of DUI
BYU linebacker Chaz Ah You faces multiple charges, including suspicion of DUI, following his arrest in Eagle Mountain, Utah.He was arrested Sunday after driving 75 miles per hour in a 35-mph zone a
Report: Chiefs OC Bieniemy top choice to replace Tucker
Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy could be called home to coach Colorado.According to reports, Bieniemy is a leading candidate to replace Mel Tucker, who is expected to be name
Two Ohio State players face rape, kidnapping charges
Two Ohio State defensive backs were arrested on charges of rape and kidnapping late Tuesday.Junior cornerback Amir Riep and redshirt senior safety Jahsen Wint, both 21, were booked into Franklin Co
Braves news
LH Hamels (shoulder) out as Braves open spring training
Left-hander Cole Hamels, signed in the offseason by Atlanta, isn’t in spring training with the rest of the Braves as he deals with soreness in his throwing shoulder.Manager Brian Snitker told repor
Braves RHP Greene loses arbitration case
Atlanta Braves right-hander Shane Greene lost in the first salary arbitration case of the year and will make $6.25 million this season, according to reports on Wednesday.The panel of arbitrators Ga
Reports: Braves agree to minor league deal with 1B Alonso
The Atlanta Braves and veteran first baseman Yonder Alonso have agreed to a minor league deal, according to multiple reports Tuesday.Alonso is expected to receive an invitation to spring training.
LF Ozuna signs with Braves for 1 year, $18M
Free agent outfielder Marcell Ozuna signed a one-year, $18 million contract with the Atlanta Braves, the team announced Tuesday.The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that the Braves will make t
‘King Felix’ agrees to minor league deal with Braves
Former Cy Young Award winner Felix Hernandez has agreed to a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves, multiple outlets reported Monday.Hernandez would receive a one-year, $1 million deal if a
Blogs
Silverberg: Hardwood Heedes and Tennessee’s 3s
Joel Silverberg breaks down Tennessee’s outside shooting issues over the course of the season
Silverberg: Hardwood Heedes following Tennessee’s loss to MSU
Recapping the Vols loss to Mississippi State and other storylines around college hoops.
Vince’s View: Super Bowl prediction and notes, 2 VFLs in the game
See some terrific notes on this year’s Super Bowl & my prediction; 66% this season
Jimmy’s blog: Aggies dominate Vols on the boards to score upset
Home loss damages NCAA hopes
Silverberg: Hardwood Heedes from Tennessee’s battle at Kansas
Tennessee lost to Kansas on Saturday, but the Vols showed they might have some fight in the SEC.
What’s Happening
Def Leppard & ZZ Top at Thompson-Boling Arena
Def Leppard & ZZ Top are bringing the 20/20 Vision Tour to Thompson-Boling Arena on Friday, September 25th, 2020! Listen next week to win tickets before they go on sale.
Coors Light Climb to the Championship
It’s the Coors Light Climb to the Championship! Listen for your chance to win tickets to the SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Nashville March 11 – 15!
Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show
The Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show will be held February 14th – 16th, 2020 at the Knoxville Convention Center in downtown Knoxville.
Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon
The Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon takes place Sunday, March 29th in Downtown Knoxville. Register today!
Game On Against Cancer
Get your game on! Join us for Game On Against Cancer benefiting Thompson Cancer Survival Center on March 6th, 2020.
Titans News
Titans TE Firkser signs one-year extension
Tennessee Titans tight end Anthony Firkser signed a one-year contract extension, the team announced Thursday.Financial terms were not disclosed by the team for Firkser, who was set to become an exc
Titans hire Haslett to coach inside linebackers
The Tennessee Titans on Thursday named former New Orleans Saints head coach Jim Haslett as their inside linebackers coach.Haslett, 64, has been coaching in the NFL since 1993 and most recently serv
Police: Angry Titans fan wields gun in barbershop
An alleged victim told police that a man who threatened to kill Nashville barbershop patrons on Sunday was upset after the Tennessee Titans lost the AFC Championship Game to the Kansas City Chiefs ear
Titans DC Pees retires … again
Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator Dean Pees announced his retirement Monday, one day after the Titans’ loss in the AFC Championship Game.Pees, 70, previously retired from the Baltimore Ravens
Mahomes, Chiefs handle Titans to reach Super Bowl LIV
Patrick Mahomes passed for 294 yards and three touchdowns while adding 53 yards and another score rushing Sunday, as the Kansas City Chiefs advanced to their first Super Bowl in 50 years by downing th
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NFL news
Rudolph, Tomlin deny Garrett’s claim of racial slur
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph flatly denied a claim by Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett that Rudolph directed a racial slur at him prior to the melee at the end of the game
Ravens OL Hurst draws 4-game suspension
The NFL suspended Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle James Hurst four games for violating the league’s policy on performance-enhancing substances, according to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Ex-NFL coach Haley coaching Fla. H.S.
Former NFL head coach Todd Haley is back on the field.Out of football in 2019, Haley is serving as offensive coordinator at Riverview High School in Sarasota, Fla., the local Herald-Tribune reporte
Texans release CB Hargreaves III
The Houston Texans released cornerback Vernon Hargreaves III on Friday, the team announced.Hargreaves, who was claimed off waivers in November, had 21 combined tackles (16 solo) in six games (two s
Browns’ Garrett reiterates Rudolph used racial slur
Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett reiterated this week that Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph directed a racial slur at him prior to the melee at the end of the game between the