Sports Animal Show Host/Reporter Blogs

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Vince Ferrara

(Host/Reporter/Play-By-Play for Various)
Vince has been covering the Vols since 2010 for Sports Radio WNML. You’ll hear him on-air often on all shows and as a reporter/analyst/PBP for the Vol Network broadcasts of UT sports. He also does play-by-play for SEC Network +, Valor Fights MMA and much more. He shares his opinions and insights on the Vols, the SEC and the NFL. Look for interviews, UT opponent analysis, predictions, roster breakdowns and more.

Jimmy Hyams

(Host – SportsTalk 3-7pm)
Jimmy has been breaking news in Knoxville for a long time, on the Vols and much more. This is a frequent must-check blog for UT sports news and insights Jimmy shares. You won’t find anyone with the contacts that Jimmy has. “Off Air With Jimmy Hyams” is sponsored by Big Kahuna Restaurant.

Josh Ward

(Host – Sports 180 Noon-3pm)
As co-host of the popular midday show, Sports 180, Josh is on top of all the breaking sports news with the U. of Tennessee and nationally. See Josh’s perspective on the biggest stories in sports.

Eric Cain

(Producer/Reporter/Host)
Eric produces several shows on WNML and co-hosts Baseball This Week Saturday’s Noon-1pm with Mick Gillispie. “Cainer’s Corner” is Eric Cain’s baseball blog. It’s his view of the great sport of baseball. From MLB to MILB to college, baseball is front and center on Eric’s mind. He’ll share his opinions, insight and unique content right here each week.

Brian Rice

(Host – The Erik Ainge Show 9am-Noon)
brice Brian co-hosts The Erik Ainge Show on Sports Radio WNML. Brian is the voice of UT softball on Sports Radio WNML. He’s written for UTsports.com and has great knowledge on all UT athletics. He’ll share insight from the show and some opinions as well.

John Wilkerson

(Host – SportsTalk 3-7pm)
John’s Blog focuses on VFLs in the pros, specifically in Major League Baseball and in the minor leagues. John has insight, passion and familiarity with all of the players he’ll track as the longtime play-by-play voice of the Tennessee baseball team.

Tyler Ivens

(Host – The Starting Lineup 6-9am)
“The Gentleman’s Hour Podcast” is a part of morning co-host Tyler Ivens’ blog here on Sports Radio WNML. Joined by TSL’s Eric Cain, they bring you a unique and relaxed looks at sports and life. They’ll bring strong opinions on his favorite New York teams, the Vols and other things in life they have a passion for.

Joel Silverberg

(Producer/Reporter/Host)
Joel is the producer of several shows on Sports Radio WNML. Joel also hosts Saturday SportsTalk 8-10am each week. He’s also the play-by-play voice of the SPHL’s Knoxville Ice Bears. Read Joel’s thoughts on hockey, olympic sports, the Vols and much more.

Sam Forman

(Producer – SportsTalk 3-7pm)
Sam produces SportsTalk, weekdays 3 to 7pm, with John Wilkerson and Jimmy Hyams on 99.1 The Sports Animal. He also helps produce Sports 180 and The Lead Lap on the station. Sam has a great passion for sports. His favorite teams include the Broncos and Phillies.

Blogs

FOX Soccer Analyst Stu Holden on MLS return & Nashville SC “We were there for the opener in Tennessee and that was such a spectacle”

Stu was awesome talking Christian Pulisic, USMNT, MLS Tourney groups and much more.

Jimmy’s blog: NBA scout thinks Pons should return to Tennessee

Says athletic forward needs to improve offensive game

Tennessee last in SEC in future Power 5 non-conference games scheduled

UT’s just 6 total Power 5 non-conference games (Okl/Pitt/Neb) on future schedules trails entire SEC

Jimmy’s blog: Barnes doesn’t think G League elite will have huge impact on college

Tennessee coach thinks most prospects will take college route

List of UT connections on NFL coaching staffs and front offices including 8 VFLs

NFL head coaches, coordinators, assistants, from office staff have roots to U. of Tennessee

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