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WATCH: Minnesota picks Davis 9th in WNBA Draft; List of Lady Vols in WNBA
Rennia Davis taken in the WNBA Draft with the 6-foot-2 guard/forward going to the Minnesota Lynx with the No. 9 pick of the first round.
Barnes Announces Signing of Elite Forward Brandon Huntley-Hatfield
The Tennessee basketball program continues its stretch of elite recruiting under head coach Rick Barnes, as five-star forward Brandon Huntley-Hatfield signed with the Vols Thursday.
Transcript: Mike Ekeler Talks Spring Ball, Vols Prepare For Saturday Scrimmage
Tennessee football wrapped up its 10th practice of the spring on Thursday evening as the Volunteers prepare to hold their second scrimmage on Saturday in Neyland Stadium.
WATCH: Ekeler “I’m still looking for a place on the river because I want to ski to work everyday”
Tennessee football special teams coordinator and linebackers coach Mike Ekeler spoke with the media Thursday evening after spring practice 10.
Baseball Preview: #3 Vols and #2 Dores Set for Volunteer State Showdown
No. 3 Tennessee hosts No. 2 Vanderbilt for a top-five in-state showdown at Lindsey Nelson Stadium this weekend.
Harper comments after two assistants leave Lady Vols staff
University of Tennessee head women’s basketball coach Kellie Harper offered her comments about changes on Thursday to the Lady Vol staff.
Basketball Vols Bolster Frontcourt with Signing of Jonas Aidoo
The Tennessee basketball program added significant size to its 2021-22 roster Wednesday when 7-foot forward Jonas Aidoo signed with the Volunteers.
Postgame/Boxscores/Stories: Dominant Pitching Pushes UT Past Tennessee State in Wednesday Twin Bill
An impressive 18 strikeouts in 8.2 innings of work from junior righty, Ashley Rogers and timely runs pushed the No. 16 Tennessee softball team past Tennessee State
WATCH: Cade and Cooper Mays talk teammates, playing together, coaches, DL standouts
Tennessee’s offensive line Mays brothers, senior Cade and sophomore Cooper, spoke with the media Wednesday after practice #9 of the spring.
WATCH: Jerome Carvin describes new offense, OC Alex Golesh, RBs and tough defenders
Tennessee senior offensive lineman Jerome Carvin spoke to the media Wednesday after practice #9 of the spring.
Rae Burrell invited to USA Americup trials
Tennessee rising senior Rae Burrell is among 20 of the nation’s top collegiate players who have accepted invitations to attend the 2021 USA Basketball Women’s AmeriCup Team trials.
Brandon Kennedy Named to NFF Hampshire Honor Society
Tennessee VFL Brandon Kennedy has been selected as a member of the 2021 National Football Foundation Hampshire Honor Society, the NFF announced Wednesday.
Observations, notes and analysis from Vols open football practice from Vince’s View
Position-by-position analysis of what I saw in near 3-hour practice & what it means
Transcript: Elarbee & Garner speak, Vols gaining confidence as 4th week of spring practice begins
The fourth week of Tennessee football spring practice is underway as confidence continues to grow on the lines of scrimmage in the squad’s ninth workout on Tuesday afternoon at Haslam Field.
Boxscore/Story: #3 Vols Win High-Scoring Affair at WCU
No. 3 Tennessee put on an offensive show in a wild 14-12 midweek win over Western Carolina in Cullowhee on Tuesday night.
Tennessee – Tennessee State Softball Schedule Update
Due to the threat of inclement weather Wednesday evening, Tennessee softball’s doubleheader against Tennessee State has been moved up to earlier in the day.
WATCH: Vols DL Coach Rodney Garner on coaching “I tell them, this is not a democracy. This is a benevolent dictatorship.”
Vols DL Coach Rodney Garner spoke with media after Vols spring practice #9.
WATCH: Vols OL Coach Glen Elarbee “Players control their own destiny creating the starting five”
Vols OL Coach spoke with media after Vols spring practice #9.
Tennessee Announces 2021 Orange & White Game Details
The Chevrolet Orange & White Game returns to Neyland Stadium at 4 p.m. ET on April 24 with free admission to all fans.
Postgame/Boxscore/Story: No. 16 Lady Vols Blank Tennessee Tech, 8-0
A consistent effort on both sides of the plate pushed the No. 16 Tennessee softball team past Tennessee Tech, 8-0, on Monday evening at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium.
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College Football News
NCAA D1 one-time transfer rule moves forward
The NCAA’s Division I Council officially approved a new one-time transfer rule Thursday, with the piece of legislation still needing to cross another hurdle before it is complete.The Division I Boa
Ex-Nebraska TE Katerian LeGrone found not guilty in sex case
A Nebraska jury has found former Cornhuskers tight end Katerian LeGrone not guilty of sexual assault.A female student told police in 2019 that she had been assaulted by LeGrone and former teammate
Report: NCAA approves one-time transfer rule
The NCAA unanimously approved a rule that will allow student-athletes in all sports to be eligible immediately after their first transfer, The Athletic reported Wednesday.In February, the NCAA reve
Tennessee State makes Eddie George hiring official
Tennessee State announced the hiring of former Heisman Trophy winner Eddie George as the school’s football coach on Tuesday.He replaces Rod Reed, whose contract wasn’t renewed.”Eddie George has
Wyoming signee Tony Evans Jr. killed in Dallas
A 17-year-old wide receiver who had signed to play at Wyoming this fall was shot and killed early Sunday, The Dallas Morning News reported.Tony Evans Jr., a senior at suburban Lancaster High School
Braves news
Dansby Swanson gives Braves walk-off win over Marlins
Dansby Swanson lined the first pitch he saw into left field to complete a two-run rally and give the Atlanta Braves a 7-6 walkoff win over the visiting Miami Marlins on Thursday, breaking a four-game
Jesus Aguilar drives in winning run as Marlins top Braves
Jesus Aguilar’s double in the 10th inning drove in the go-ahead run and the visiting Miami Marlins hung on to beat the Atlanta Braves 6-5 on Wednesday to extend their winning streak to four games.T
Braves place LHP Max Fried, OF Cristian Pache on IL
Starting pitcher Max Fried and center fielder Cristian Pache were placed on the 10-day injured list by the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday.Fried (hamstring) and Pache (groin) suffered muscle strains in
Adam Duvall (7 RBIs) helps Marlins blast Braves
Miami left fielder Adam Duvall had two home runs and matched a club record with seven RBIs to help lead the visiting Miami Marlins to a 14-8 win over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.Duvall was 4-for-
Garrett Cooper’s 3 RBIs lead Marlins past Braves in 10
Garrett Cooper drove in three runs, including the go-ahead run in the 10th inning, and the visiting Miami Marlins rallied late to beat the Atlanta Braves 5-3 on Monday.Cooper, who was 3-for-5, tied
Blogs
Observations, notes and analysis from Vols open football practice from Vince’s View
Position-by-position analysis of what I saw in near 3-hour practice & what it means
LISTEN: ESPN’s Paul Biancardi breaks down Chandler, Vols to NBA Draft, next year’s UT hoops team
Kennedy Chandler play vs. elite players? Where will Johnson/Springer/Pons be drafted?
LISTEN: Preview of Vols Baseball opponent, UF, with Gators PxP voice Steve Russell, plus spring football storylines
Steve previews Vols/Gators baseball series. Why has UF Baseball under-performed?
LISTEN: Preview of Ennis/Lipinets and full show with Showtime Boxing Host Brian Custer
Why do we still have all the letter belts in boxing? MMA & boxing fans shared?
Jimmy’s blog: Were Vols overrated or simply under perform?
Talent was there, chemistry and consistency were not
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Phillip Fulmer Golf Classic
The Phillip Fulmer Golf Classic takes place Friday, April 23rd, 2021 at Avalon Golf & Country Club to benefit Boys & Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley.
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Titans News
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.
Reports: Titans sign ex-Rams WR Josh Reynolds
Wide receiver Josh Reynolds agreed to a one-year deal with the Tennessee Titans following a 52-catch season with the Los Angeles Rams in 2020, multiple outlets reported Monday.A fourth-round pick i
Titans sign DL Denico Autry, four others
Free agent defensive lineman Denico Autry officially agreed to terms on a multi-year contract with the Tennessee Titans on Thursday.The Titans also announced they signed free agent offensive linema
Reports: Titans release CB Adoree’ Jackson, OT Dennis Kelly
The Tennessee Titans are parting ways with cornerback Adoree’ Jackson, releasing the former first-round draft pick Tuesday, multiple outlets reported.The Titans also released tackle Dennis Kelly, w
Reports: OLB Bud Dupree to join Tennessee
Outside linebacker Bud Dupree agreed to a five-year, $85 million deal with the Tennessee Titans, according to reports.Dupree is recovering from a torn ACL he suffered 11 games into the 2020 season
NFL news
NFL signs on with Caesars, DraftKings, FanDuel
The National Football League named Caesars, DraftKings and FanDuel as its first betting partners on Thursday night.Specific terms of the agreements were not announced, but the negotiations reported
Bill Belichick: Patriots evaluating ‘interesting’ QB class
Without tipping his hand as to who the New England Patriots may be targeting in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft, coach Bill Belichick characterized this year’s quarterback class as “an interesti
In big odds shift, Ohio State QB Justin Fields favorite for third pick
Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields jumped ahead of Alabama’s Mac Jones and is the heavy favorite to be the third overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.The San Francisco 49ers hold the No. 3 pick aft
WFT’s Daniel Snyder asks court for records of Bruce Allen’s communications
Washington Football Team owner Daniel Snyder wants a court to provide access to communications sent by fired team president and general manager Bruce Allen, alleging the dispatched executive was the s
Report: Seahawks, DE Aldon Smith agree on 1-year deal
The Seattle Seahawks and free agent defensive end Aldon Smith have agreed on a one-year contract, NFL Network reported Thursday.The Seahawks reportedly tried to make a trade for Smith with Dallas l