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Chad Dallas Earns NCBWA All-America Honors
Tennessee pitcher Chad Dallas was named a third-team All-American by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association, the organization announced on Wednesday.
Five Vols Named to ABCA/Rawlings All-Region Teams
The Tennessee baseball program had five players earn ABCA/Rawlings Southeast All-Region honors, as voted on by members of the American Baseball Coaches Association
Tennessee Baseball Releases CWS Promo Video With Peyton Manning
Tennessee baseball released a video to promote the team leading up to the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska. The video included a special guest.
Neyland Stadium To Operate at Full Capacity, Ticket Mini-Plans on Sale Now
The University of Tennessee announced Tuesday that Neyland Stadium will operate at full capacity this fall.
Website Poll: What’s your prediction for the Vols in the College World Series?
We’d love your vote in our latest poll about the University of Tennessee baseball team at the College World Series in Omaha. Thanks for voting below and sharing with your friends.
Harper adds Tatum to Lady Vol staff
Kellie Harper reconnected with a respected and trusted colleague for her latest hire at Tennessee, announcing Bryan Tatum as the director of basketball sports performance for the Lady Vols.
Boxscore/Stats/Story: #3 national seed Vols Tame Tigers to Punch Ticket to College World Series
An offensive explosion highlighted by six total home runs and a six-run fifth inning led No. 2 Tennessee to a 15-6 win over No. 14 LSU Sunday at Lindsey Nelson Stadium, earning the Vols a trip to the College World Series for the first time in 16 years.
WATCH: Vitello, Rucker & Russell Postgame after 15-6 win over LSU to earn trip to CWS
Tennessee baseball head coach Tony Vitello, third baseman Jake Rucker and left fielder Evan Russell spoke to the media in the postgame after the Volunteers defeated the LSU Tigers 15-6.
Boxscore/Story: Vols Take Super Regional Opener with 4-2 Win Over LSU
A dominant effort on the mound by Chad Dallas and a three-run sixth inning led No. 2 Tennessee to a 4-2 victory over the No. 14 LSU Tigers in game one of the Knoxville Super Regional at Lindsey Nelson Stadium on Saturday night.
WATCH: Vitello, Dallas & Rucker UT Postgame After 4-2 Supers Win Over LSU
Tennessee baseball head coach Tony Vitello, right handed pitcher Chad Dallas and third baseman Jake Rucker spoke to the media in the postgame press conference after UT’s 4-2 win over LSU in Game 1 of the Knoxville Super Regional.
WATCH: LSU HC Paul Mainieri apologizes to UT and fans, previews Super Regional
LSU HC Paul Mainieri followed by RHP Landon Marceaux, RHP Ma’Khail Hilliard and 2B Zach Arnold spoke to the media to preview the Super Regional in Knoxville vs. Tennessee.
Baseball Preview: #3 UT Vols & LSU Tigers Set for Super Regional Showdown
No. 2 Tennessee opens its Super Regional series against fellow SEC foe No. 14 LSU at Lindsey Nelson Stadium on Saturday night at 7 p.m. on ESPN2.
Paxton Brooks, Matthew Butler Tabbed to CoSIDA Academic All-District Team
After their outstanding performance in the classroom, Tennessee football student-athletes Paxton Brooks and Matthew Butler have been named to the 2020-21 Academic All-District III Football Team
WATCH: Danny White discusses Vitello, upgrades to LNS & Neyland Stadium
University of Tennessee athletics director Danny White met with the media this week to discuss the My All campaign, Tony Vitello and facility upgrades for Lindsey Nelson Stadium and Neyland Stadium, among other things.
Tennessee to Host “Big Orange Block Party” for NCAA Super Regional
Tennessee Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Danny White on Thursday announced plans to host a “Big Orange Block Party” adjacent to Lindsey Nelson Stadium during this weekend’s NCAA Baseball Super Regional games.
Jimmy’s blog: White will consult Vitello on where to play games
UT athletic director expects 100% capacity at Neyland this fall
WATCH: Evan Russell previews Super Regional vs. LSU
Tennessee baseball senior outfielder Evan Russell spoke with the media ahead of this weekend’s Super Regional in Knoxville vs. LSU.
WATCH: Tony Vitello previews Super Regional vs. LSU
Tennessee baseball head coach Tony Vitello spoke with the media ahead of this weekend’s Super Regional in Knoxville vs. LSU.
Focused on the Future, White Launches “My All” Campaign
“What does Tennessee athletics need to look like five and 10 years from now? How do we regain our stature as a dominant college athletics brand in the Southeastern Conference and across the country?”
Tim Priest Retires as Vol Network Analyst, VFL Pat Ryan Tabbed To Replace
Vol Radio Network football color analyst Tim Priest has decided to step away from the broadcast booth in order to spend more time watching his grandchildren’s athletic exploits.
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College Football News
Report: NCAA probing possible Arizona State recruiting violations
The NCAA is investigating the Arizona State football program for reportedly hosting high school prospects during the recent COVID-19 dead period.The precise number of recruits and the exact dates t
USC, UCLA to have full stadiums this fall
USC and UCLA have each announced plans to open their football stadiums to 100 percent occupancy this fall in the wake of California announcing a “full-scale” reopening Tuesday.What that means in a
Luke McCaffrey announces transfer to Rice
Luke McCaffrey is on his third school in three years after announcing his transfer to Rice on Monday.McCaffrey took to social media to announce his decision after leaving Louisville last week.Mc
Former Colorado QB Sam Noyer transfers to Oregon State
Former Colorado quarterback Sam Noyer announced Friday that he is transferring to Oregon State.It is a homecoming for the senior with one season of eligibility remaining. He was born in Portland an
Virginia Tech LB granted bail on murder charge
A Virginia Tech linebacker charged in the fatal beating of a Blacksburg, Va., man last month has been released on a $75,000 bond.Freshman Isimemen Etute is facing a second-degree murder charge in t
Braves news
Red Sox belt four homers, hold off Braves
Alex Verdugo hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the eighth inning to send the visiting Boston Red Sox to a 10-8 win over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.Verdugo connected on a 2-0 changeup from rel
Braves OF Ronald Acuna (pectoral) returns to lineup
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. will start in right field and bat leadoff Tuesday night against the visiting Boston Red Sox.Acuna, 23, left Sunday’s 6-4 win over the Miami Marlins with r
Braves OF Ronald Acuna Jr. (right pectoral tightness) leaves game
Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna was removed from Sunday’s game against the host Miami Marlins in the fifth inning with what the team described as right pectoral-muscle tightness.The Braves s
Austin Riley, Braves snap skid with win over Marlins
Austin Riley homered and drove in three runs as the Atlanta Braves snapped a four-game losing streak, defeating the host Miami Marlins, 6-4, on Sunday afternoon.Riley went 3-for-3 with two runs sco
On a day of firsts, Marlins top Braves
Zach Thompson earned his first major league win and Lewin Diaz slugged his first big-league home run as the Miami Marlins defeated the visiting Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Saturday afternoon.Thompson (1-
Blogs
Jimmy’s blog: White will consult Vitello on where to play games
UT athletic director expects 100% capacity at Neyland this fall
Jimmy’s blog: Neuheisel loves Milton’s arm but says QB must expand game
CBS analyst also thinks LB transfer will lead Vols in tackles
Jimmy’s blog: Neuheisel says Heupel has done `excellent job’
Says offenses can be productive with lesser talent
Jimmy’s blog: Neuheisel likes UT players taken in draft
Thinks Palmer is Rookie of year candidate and Smith a steal
Vince’s View: Charles Davis helps analyze Vols rookies on NFL teams
UT Football VFL Charles Davis helps me breakdown team fits for Smith, Palmer & Thompson
What’s Happening
Lynard Skynard at Thompson-Boling Arena November 5th 2021!
Lynyrd Skynyrd Big Wheels Keep on Turnin’ Tour With special guest Tesla Thompson-Boling Arena Tickets on sale Friday, June 11th at 10am local time at knoxvilletickets.com. There will be a pre-sale on Thursday, June 10th at 10a-10p local time w/ the password “crowd”.
Edwin Watts Golf Sports Fix at 6 Giveaway
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Dad Jokes with Josh Ward
Tune into Sports 180 with Josh and Heather June 14th – 18th. Call in with your best “Dad Jokes” when Josh asks for them for a chance to win tickets to the Tennessee Smokies and get qualified for the “Daddy” of prizes. A $100 Gift Card to Dick’s Last Resort and a Chattanooga Whiskey Prize Pack including a Hat, Whiskey Glass, and T-shirt plus a tour for two to the Chattanooga Whiskey Distillery and a 1 night stay at the Moxy Hotel in Chattanooga!
Juneteenth
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Titans News
Report: Titans acquiring Falcons WR Julio Jones
The Tennessee Titans are expected to acquire All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones from the Atlanta Falcons barring any setbacks over the next 24 to 48 hours, ESPN reported on Sunday.Per ESPN, the team
Titans place CB Kevin Johnson on retired list, sign wrestler
The Tennessee Titans said Friday that cornerback Kevin Johnson is retiring and has been placed on the reserve/retired list.The team signed Johnson as a free agent in March. The 28-year-old played s
Titans sign DT Trevon Coley
The Tennessee Titans have agreed to a deal with defensive tackle Trevon Coley.Coley’s agent, David Canter, announced the deal on Thursday, although contract terms were not disclosed.The 26-year-
Titans sign top pick Caleb Farley
First-round pick Caleb Farley signed his rookie contract with the Tennessee Titans on Thursday.Farley is guaranteed $13.495 million in a four-year deal that includes a signing bonus of $7.174 milli
Titans hire Jim Schwartz as senior defensive assistant
The Tennessee Titans added Jim Schwartz as a senior defensive assistant, the team announced Wednesday.Schwartz, who spent 10 seasons with the Titans (1999-2008), still lives in the Nashville area.
NFL news
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson focused on Super Bowl, not contract
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson said Wednesday that his focus remains on winning a Super Bowl, rather than the status of his contract.Jackson, 24, was named the 2019 NFL Most Valuable Pl
Browns QB Baker Mayfield: ‘No rush’ to sign extension
Why? Well, Mayfield said that he has “bet on myself my whole life. I’ve always taken it one day at a time, one play at a time. … I’m not going to handle it any differently now.””It will handle it
Jags’ Brian Schottenheimer: ‘Too early’ to name starting QB
Jacksonville passing-game coordinator and quarterbacks coach Brian Schottenheimer said Wednesday that No. 1 pick Trevor Lawrence hasn’t locked up the Jaguars’ starting job … yet.”It’s still too e
Report: Burrow expects knee to be 100% by training camp
Cincinnati quarterback Joe Burrow has maintained throughout his recovery from left knee surgery that he intends to be ready with no limitations when the Bengals open the season at home against the Min
Cam Newton says no extra motivation from Mac Jones’ presence
Cam Newton says he understands.When the Patriots drafted Alabama quarterback Mac Jones in the first round in April, many wondered if Newton would feel slighted as New England’s incumbent at the pos