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Barnes Signs New Lifetime Contract
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Barnes Signs New Lifetime Contract

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – University of Tennessee Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Danny White announced Thursday afternoon the signing of a lifetime contract for head men’s basketball coach Rick Barnes, live on the Mike Keith Show. The most accomplished leader in the history of Tennessee men’s basketball, Barnes owns a dazzling 232-109 (.664) record in 10 years on Rocky Top, including a 112-67…

Lady Vols Scheduled for Eight Fall Ball Games
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Lady Vols Scheduled for Eight Fall Ball Games

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Coming off its second trip to the national semifinals at the Women’s College World Series in the past three seasons, Tennessee softball is set to return to the diamond with its 2025 fall schedule. The Lady Vols are slated to play eight games, including six at home and a road doubleheader. Admission is free…

Gate 21B to be Renamed for VFL Danny Burnley
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Gate 21B to be Renamed for VFL Danny Burnley

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Nearly 102,000 fans pour into Neyland Stadium to cheer on their beloved Tennessee Volunteers football team through 25 different gates around the stadium. Since Neyland opened its doors for the first time over a century ago in 1924, few gates have earned the privilege of dedication, with only five entrances around the stadium…

Josh Heupel Earns Contract Extension Through January 2030
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Josh Heupel Earns Contract Extension Through January 2030

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – After leading Tennessee football to its winningest three-year stretch in more than two decades, head coach Josh Heupel has received a contract extension through January 2030, Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Danny White announced Tuesday.   “The revival of our football program under Josh’s leadership has made everyone in Big Orange Country proud to be a…

#24/18 Vols Ready For Season Opener
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#24/18 Vols Ready For Season Opener

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – With the offseason wrapped up and only four days until the season opener in Atlanta, the No. 24/18 Vols took Haslam Field Tuesday morning to continue game week prep for Saturday’s contest against Syracuse in the Aflac Kickoff Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (12 p.m. ET, ABC). Defensive coordinator Tim Banks and running backs coach De’Rail Sims met…