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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.
Vescovi to Compete for Spot on Uruguay’s Olympic Qualifying Roster
Tennessee basketball junior guard Santiago Vescovi has been selected as one of 16 players vying for a spot on Uruguay’s 12-man Olympic qualifying roster.
Lady Vols in the WNBA update for June 7
An SEC-leading seven LVFLs have been members of WNBA rosters this season, with six players continuing to hold down positions with teams through the first month of play in 2021.
Boxscore/Stats/Story: #2 Vols Edge Flames to Advance to Super Regionals
A shutdown outing from the pitching staff and a two-run homer from Drew Gilbert helped propel Tennessee to a 3-1 victory over Liberty to claim the Knoxville Regional title Sunday night at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.
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College Football News
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
Former Ole Miss LB Jacquez Jones signs with Kentucky
Former Ole Miss leading tackler Jacquez Jones will stay in the SEC and play for Kentucky in 2021.The 6-foot, 235-pound linebacker has two seasons of eligibility remaining.”We are thrilled to add
Bo Schembechler’s son to speak about father ignoring doctor’s abuse
Matt Schembechler, the son of Michigan football coaching legend Bo Schembechler, is set to share details of his abuse at the hands of former Michigan team doctor Robert E. Anderson.According to a p
Braves news
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-
Sandy Alcantara pitches Marlins past Braves
Sandy Alcantara pitched six strong innings and Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit a go-ahead two-run single, leading the host Miami Marlins to a 4-3 win over the Atlanta Braves on Friday.Alcantara (4-5) struck
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
Listen to SportsTalk this week for your chance to win $25 to Edwin Watts Golf Shop in Turkey Creek!
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
Juneteenth…An obscure holiday to many in America. But for African Americans, the word Juneteenth sparks happiness, joy, and celebration.
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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
Kellen Mond signs rookie deal with Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings came to terms with rookie third-round pick Kellen Mond. Per the St. Paul Pioneer Press, the deal is worth a reported $5.223 million over three years.The No. 66 overall pick in
Falcons ink five players from 2021 draft
The Atlanta Falcons announced that they have signed five of their 2021 draft picks. The signings include offensive lineman Jalen Mayfield, defensive lineman Ta’Quon Graham and a trio of sixth-round pi
Raiders’ Derek Carr: I’d rather quit than get traded
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr said Tuesday he would “probably quit football” if he ever got traded.Carr, 30, a subject of occasional trade rumors in the past, said he remains steadfastly
Matt Nagy: No chance Justin Fields starts for Bears Week 1
Coach Matt Nagy stood firm on the Chicago Bears’ decision to deem Andy Dalton as the team’s Week 1 starting quarterback over rookie Justin Fields in an interview Tuesday on The Cris Collinsworth Podca
Report: Most NFL players have had at least one COVID shot
Half of the NFL’s 32 teams have 51 or more players who are fully vaccinated or in the process of becoming fully vaccinated, according to NFL Network, and more than half of all players have received at