Fifth-seeded Tennessee begins SEC Tournament play Thursday in Nashville, taking on No. 13 seed Ole Miss at approximately 3:30 p.m. ET.… MORE
Category Archives: Top Stories
Stats/Story: No. 2/3 Vols Drop Back-and-Forth Midweek Battle with Boston College
No. 2/3 Tennessee came up just short in a wild, back-and-forth affair against Boston College on Tuesday night at Lindsey Nelson Stadium, falling 7-6 in 10 innings.… MORE
99.1 The Sports Animal live at SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament
The Sports Animal is on-location covering UT sports in big games and events. Hosts Jimmy Hyams and Vince Ferrara are in Nashville through the Vols run in the SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament… MORE
This Year’s Tennessee Football Orange and White Game with A New Addition and a Change
The Tennessee Volunteer Football team will kick off the year in Neyland on April 15 for the 2023 annual Orange and White game and this game is coming with the first-ever Vol Village Music Festival. That festival will be located in Lot 9 and feature live bands from noon until 2 p.m. Vol villagers will…… MORE
Orange & White Game Set For 2:30 p.m. Start on April 15
Tennessee football returns to the friendly confines of Neyland Stadium when its hosts the Orange & White Game on Saturday, April 15 at 2:30 p.m. ET.… MORE
Baseball Preview: #2/3 Vols Face Boston College in Midweek Showdown
Playing its first home matchup against a Power Five team in the 2023 season, the second-ranked Tennessee Volunteers are ready for a Tuesday-night battle with Boston College at Lindsey Nelson Stadium at 6:30 p.m.… MORE
Parker Ball Awarded Prestigious NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship
For the second time in three years, Tennessee football has produced an NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship recipient as offensive lineman Parker Ball has been awarded with the prestigious honor, the organization has announced.… MORE
Vescovi, Zeigler, Phillips Earn All-SEC Honors from Coaches
James named to SEC Community Service Team. Three Tennessee basketball players have earned postseason honors from the SEC’s head coaches, the conference announced Monday.… MORE
Inside The Numbers: Vols at the 2023 NFL Combine
Seven Tennessee Vols showcased their skills at the 2023 NFL Combine over the weekend in Indianapolis. The players will now turn their attention to Tennessee’s Pro Day on March 30. Below is a breakdown of their NFL Combine numbers: … MORE
Photos/Stats/Story: 4/7 Lady Vols Softball Runs Win Streak to 11 Straight with Two Wins on Sunday
The No. 4/7-ranked Tennessee softball team pushed its win streak to 11 straight on Sunday as it defeated Jacksonville State 2-0 and Belmont 7-1 on the final day of the Tennessee Classic from Sherri Parker Lee Stadium.… MORE
Highlights/Postgame/Stats/Story: Lady Vols Fall To #1/1 South Carolina in SEC Championship Game, 74-58
Tennessee fell to No. 1/1 South Carolina, 74-58, in a hard-fought battle in the SEC Championship game on Sunday afternoon at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.… MORE
Hoops Preview: SEC Championship: Lady Vols vs. #1/1 South Carolina
No. 3 seed Tennessee (23-10, 13-3 SEC) has advanced to the championship game of the Southeastern Conference Tournament for the first time since 2015 and will meet No. 1/1 South Carolina (31-0, 16-0 SEC) at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C.… MORE
Stats/Story: Late Power Surge Lifts #2/3 Vols to Series-Clinching Win Over Zags
No. 2/3 Tennessee used a late power surge to battle back from an early deficit and claim the weekend series with a 7-2 victory over Gonzaga in front of a capacity crowd of 5,037 on Saturday night at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.… MORE
Highlights/Postgame/Stats/Story: Points off turnovers, fast break points contribute to No. 12 Vols loss at Auburn, 79-70
Despite a strong showing on the offensive end and 21 points from Santiago Vescovi, No. 12 Tennessee came up short in its regular-season finale at Auburn Saturday, 79-70.… MORE
Highlights/Photos/Postgame/Stats/Story: Lady Vols Take Dramatic Win Over 4/3 LSU, Advance To SEC Championship
The Lady Vols erased a 17-point second-quarter deficit to take a 69-67 victory over 4/3 LSU in Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Saturday night and advance to the program’s first SEC Championship appearance since 2015.… MORE
Highlights/Photos/Postgame/Stats/Story: Lady Vols Take Down Kentucky In SEC Quarterfinals, 80-71
Senior Rickea Jackson poured in 16 fourth-quarter points en route to a season-high 34 points, leading third-seeded Tennessee to an 80-71 victory over 14th-seeded Kentucky in the quarterfinals of the SEC Tournament… MORE
Stats/Story: Two-Out Offense Pushes #2/3 Vols Past Gonzaga, 8-2
Clutch two-out hitting and a six-run sixth inning, the No. 2/3 Tennessee Volunteers defeated Gonzaga in the series opener, 8-2, Friday night at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.… MORE
As “My All Campaign” Flourishes, Neyland Stadium Enhancements Continue
Fueled by gifts to the My All Campaign, progress continues on various fan experience enhancements taking place at historic Neyland Stadium.… MORE
Tennessee’s Byron Young Dazzles on Day 1 of 2023 NFL Combine
Tennessee football is prominently represented at the 2023 NFL Combine with seven participants, and first-team All-Southeastern Conference defensive lineman Byron Young kicked off the weekend with a dazzling performance on Thursday evening at Lucas Oil Stadium.… MORE
Hoops Preview: #12 Tennessee at Auburn
Twelfth-ranked Tennessee wraps up its regular season this weekend, traveling to take on Auburn on Saturday at 2 p.m. ET. … MORE
Baseball Preview: #2/3 Vols Square Off With Gonzaga in Weekend Series
Riding an eight-game winning streak, No. 2/3 Tennessee baseball looks to keep it going with another weekend series on Rocky Top, hosting Gonzaga for a three-game set on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.… MORE
Softball Preview: Tennessee Classic
The No. 4/7 Tennessee softball team opens up its 2023 home campaign this weekend, playing Friday through Sunday as it welcomes Appalachian State, Jacksonville State and Belmont to Sherri Parker Lee Stadium for the Tennessee Classic.… MORE
Hoops Preview of SEC Tournament Quarterfinals: 3-seed Lady Vols vs. 14-seed Kentucky
Tennessee (21-10, 13-3 SEC) opens play in Game 10 of the 2023 Southeastern Conference Women’s Basketball Tournament on Friday at approximately 8:15 p.m. ET at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C.… MORE
Stats/Story: Burke Homers Again as Vols Down Charleston Southern, 8-2
The bats continued to stay hot as the second-ranked Tennessee Volunteers defeated Charleston Southern, 8-2, Wednesday night at Lindsey Nelson Stadium, completing a two-game midweek sweep of the Buccaneers. The Vols pushed their win-streak to eight games with the victory.… MORE
Highlights/Postgame/Stats/Story: No. 12 Vols Earn 75-57 Senior Night Win Over Razorbacks
A trio of Tennessee seniors scored in double figures Tuesday as the Vols routed Arkansas behind a strong shooting performance, 75-57, on Senior Night at Thompson-Boling Arena.… MORE
Jimmy’s blog: Vols vault past Arkansas despite losing Ziegler
Barnes proud team showed maturity during adversity… MORE
Stats/Story: Burke’s Five-RBI Day Powers #2 Tennessee to 6-1 Win Over Charleston Southern
Blake Burke’s career-high five RBIs powered second-ranked Tennessee to a 6-1 win over Charleston Southern Tuesday evening at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.… MORE
Zeigler Named Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Semifinalist
Tennessee sophomore guard Zakai Zeigler has been named a Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Semifinalist, the Atlanta Tipoff Club announced Tuesday.… MORE
Baseball Preview: #3 Vols Welcome Charleston Southern for Two-Game Midweek Series
Looking to continue its successful start to the homestand, the second-ranked Tennessee Volunteers prepare for another two-game midweek series, welcoming Charleston Southern to Rocky Top on Tuesday, Feb. 28, and Wednesday, March 1.… MORE
Hoops Preview: #12 Tennessee vs. Arkansas
Twelfth-ranked Tennessee hits the hardwood in Thompson-Boling Arena for the final time this season on Tuesday, taking on Arkansas for Senior Night at 9 p.m. ET.… MORE
Statement from UT on the return of Tony Vitello and Maui Ahuna to Tennessee Baseball
We are pleased to announce that Coach Vitello has completed his three-game suspension. He will be back in the dugout leading our baseball team tomorrow.… MORE
Bracket/Standings: Lady Vols the 3-seed, to open SEC Tourney play Friday
The league office released the bracket for the 2023 Southeastern Conference Women’s Basketball Tournament, and No. 3 Tennessee has earned a double bye and will open play on Friday night at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C.… MORE
Highlights/Stats/Story: Lady Vols Close Out Regular Season With 83-63 Win Over Wildcats
The Lady Vols cruised to an 83-63 victory over Kentucky to wrap up the regular season on Sunday in Memorial Gymnasium.… MORE
Stats/Story: Burke Homers Twice as No. 3 Vols Cap Series Sweep of Dayton with 6-0 Shutout
No. 3 Tennessee won its sixth straight game and completed the series sweep over Dayton on Sunday afternoon, shutting out the Flyers 6-0 at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.… MORE
Stats/Story: No. 9/12 Lady Vols Earn Fifth Straight Shutout, Sixth Consecutive Win Sunday, sweep through USF Tournament
On Sunday, the No. 9/12-ranked Lady Vols softball team notched their sixth consecutive win – fifth straight shutout – as they defeated UIC 5-0 in the final game of the USF Invitational.… MORE
Jimmy’s blog: James sparks Vols to rout of South Carolina
Senior wing could be key to Tennessee’s postseason play… MORE
Highlights/Postgame/Stats/Story: James’ 18 Leads #11 Tennessee Past South Carolina, 85-45
For a second time this season, Tennessee defeated South Carolina by at least 40 points, taking down the Gamecocks in dominant fashion, 85-45 Saturday at Thompson-Boling Arena.… MORE
Stats/Story: No. 3 Vols Ride Dominant Pitching to Clinch Series Over Dayton
No. 3 Tennessee rode another strong performance from its pitching staff en route to a 4-1 victory over Dayton to clinch the series on Saturday evening at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.… MORE
Stats/Story: No. 3 Vols Soar Past Dayton in Series Opener, 12-2
The bats stayed hot and the power arms were on full display as No. 3 Tennessee opened its first home weekend series of the year with a dominant 12-2 victory over Dayton on a cool Friday evening at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.… MORE
Hoops Preview: Lady Vols at Kentucky
Tennessee (20-10, 12-3 SEC) travels to Memorial Coliseum in Lexington to close out the regular season on Sunday with a 2:02 p.m. ET contest vs. Kentucky (10-17, 2-13 SEC). … MORE
UT Statement Regarding Suspension of Tennessee Baseball Head Coach Tony Vitello
The University and Coach Vitello are working collaboratively with the NCAA to address a violation in the program.… MORE
Hoops Preview: #11 Tennessee vs. South Carolina
Eleventh-ranked Tennessee returns to Thompson-Boling Arena for one final weekend home game this season, taking on South Carolina at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday.… MORE
Baseball Preview: #3 Vols Host Dayton for Three-Game Weekend Series
Ready for its first weekend series of the year at Lindsey Nelson Stadium, the No. 3 Tennessee Volunteers look to to keep the momentum going as they head into a three-game battle with Dayton, having won their last three games.… MORE
Highlights/Postgame/Stats/Story: Lady Vols Fall To No. 1 South Carolina, 73-60
The Lady Vols led by as many as 10 points in the first quarter, but No. 1 South Carolina bounced back and staved off a second-half rally to earn a 73-60 victory Thursday night at Thompson-Boling Arena.… MORE
Stats/Story: Taylor’s Career Day Powers #3 Vols to 23-1 Run-Rule Win Over Alabama A&M
Third-ranked Tennessee brought the bats Wednesday night at Lindsey Nelson Stadium as it run-ruled Alabama A&M, 23-1, for the second consecutive night.… MORE
Darby Named To SEC Women’s Basketball Community Service Team
the SEC once again has highlighted a Community Service Team for women’s basketball for the 2022‐23 season. Tennessee junior Tess Darby has been named as a member of that squad.… MORE
Mashack Earns Academic All-District Acclaim
For the second consecutive season, the Tennessee basketball program has produced an Academic All-District honoree, as sophomore guard Jahmai Mashack was recognized for his achievement in the classroom.… MORE
Hoops Preview: Lady Vols vs. No. 1 South Carolina
Thursday marks the final women’s basketball home game of the regular season at Thompson-Boling Arena, as Tennessee (20-9, 12-2 SEC) welcomes No. 1/1 South Carolina (27-0, 14-0 SEC) for a 7:03 p.m. ET matchup.… MORE
Highlights/Photos/Story: No. 11 Vols’ rally falls short, huge deficit at FT line, lead to loss at #25 Texas A&M, 68-63
Tennessee drew to within one point in the final minute of play, but was unable to overcome a second-half deficit Tuesday at No. 25 Texas A&M, 68-63.… MORE
Stats/Story: No. 3 Vols Baseball blanks Bulldogs, 10-0, in home opener
No. 3 Tennessee opened its home slate with an emphatic victory, slugging its way to a 10-0 run-rule win over Alabama A&M on Tuesday evening at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.… MORE
Blogs
Thanks For The Ride, John and Jimmy
Josh Ward offers a farewell message to the great duo of John Wilkerson and Jimmy Hyams.
Jimmy’s blog: Vols vault past Arkansas despite losing Ziegler
Barnes proud team showed maturity during adversity
Jimmy’s blog: James sparks Vols to rout of South Carolina
Senior wing could be key to Tennessee’s postseason play
Vince’s View: 9 VFLs and 3 ex-Vols on opening week XFL rosters
Orlando has the most XFL UT players; track them all with the full list with jersey numbers
Jimmy’s blog: Vols knock off top-ranked Alabama with stout defense
Aidoo, Ziegler spark huge SEC win
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