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Three Vols Named Preseason All-Americans by Baseball America
Preseason honors continue to pile up for some of Tennessee’s top players as three Vols were named to the Baseball America Preseason All-America teams on Monday.
Jimmy’s blog: Kevin White discouraged son from becoming athletic director
But believes son has skill set to return UT to `magical’ place
Boxscore/Story/Interviews/Photos: Key’s Triple-Double Propels No. 20/22 UT Past Gators, 79-65
Sophomore Tamari Key turned in a triple-double to lead No. 20/22 Tennessee to a 79-65 win over Florida in Thompson-Boling Arena on Sunday.
Boxscore/Story/Highlights/Interviews: #18 Vols Dominate #15 Kansas, 80-61
A 53 percent shooting performance and a dominant rebounding effort pushed the 18th-ranked Tennessee basketball team past No. 15 Kansas, 80-61
WATCH: Fulkerson “We knew what a big game it was for Yves and I, for coach, for our team and just for our program”
Tennessee forward John Fulkerson spoke to the media in the postgame after the Vols defeated the Kansas Jayhawks at home Saturday, 80-61.
WATCH: Pons “We are going to get better and try to be the best defensive team in the country”
Tennessee forward Yves Pons spoke to the media in the postgame after the Vols defeated the Kansas Jayhawks at home Saturday, 80-61.
WATCH: James “We had a heart-to-heart last night. A little come to Jesus about everybody doing their job.”
Tennessee guard Josiah-Jordan James spoke to the media in the postgame after the Vols defeated the Kansas Jayhawks at home Saturday, 80-61.
WATCH: Barnes on Fulky “Probably played the best he has in a long, long time”
Tennessee coach Rick Barnes spoke to the media in the postgame after the Vols defeated the Kansas Jayhawks at home Saturday, 80-61.
Lady Vols set to play at Texas A&M on Feb. 7
The Southeastern Conference has announced a schedule for women’s basketball games on Feb. 7 as a result of game postponements during the 2020-21 season due to the impact of COVID-19.
Hoops Preview: No. 20/22 Lady Vols vs. Florida
No. 20/22 Tennessee (11-3, 5-1 SEC) closes out its four-game home stand Sunday with a Southeastern Conference match-up vs. Florida (9-7/2-6 SEC) at Thompson-Boling Arena.
Hoops Preview: #18 Tennessee vs. #15 Kansas
The 18th-ranked Tennessee basketball team returns to the hardwood for a top-20 showdown in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge when No. 15 Kansas arrives in Knoxville on Saturday night.
Boxscore/Interviews: No. 20/22 UT holds off Ole Miss 68-67
The No. 20/22 Lady Vols held off an upset-minded Ole Miss team on Thursday night, earning a 68-67 win in Thompson-Boling Arena.
Transcript: Michael Schwartz Media Avail Previewing Kansas
Tennessee basketball associate head coach Michel Schwartz met with the media on Thursday afternoon to recap the Vols win over Mississippi State and preview the Saturday matchup with the Kansas Jayhawks.
Lady Vols Projected to Finish Fourth in SEC
Tennessee softball was projected to finish fourth on the SEC preseason poll for the 2021 softball season based on the votes of the 13 SEC head coaches, announced by the conference on Thursday.
Pons Earns Spot on Naismith DPOY Watch List
Reigning SEC Defensive Player of the Year and Tennessee basketball senior Yves Pons has been named to the 15-man watch list for the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year Award
WATCH: Schwartz on Kansas game “We’re going to need to do the job in the paint and on the boards”
Tennessee Volunteers men’s basketball associate head coach Michael Schwartz spoke with the media ahead of Saturday’s SEC/BIG12 Challenge home game against the Kansas Jayhawks.
Audio/Quotes: National, Regional, Sports Animal Reaction to Josh Heupel; Several Interviews on UT’s Hire
Listen to & read varied reaction from the media about Josh Heupel’s hiring at UT
Transcript: Tennessee Head Football Coach Josh Heupel Intro Presser
University of Tennessee Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Danny White introduces the 27th head coach in the history of Tennessee football, Josh Heupel.
Jimmy’s blog: Heupel to get six-year $4 million a year contract
A year could be added to deal if NCAA sanctions
Pons Named to Julius Erving Small Forward of the Year Midseason Top-10 List
Tennessee basketball senior and reigning SEC Defensive Player of the Year Yves Pons has been named to the midseason top-10 list for the Julius Erving Small Forward of the Year Award
WATCH: Josh Heupel Introductory Press Conference; Danny White speaks & takes questions
University of Tennessee held it’s introductory press conference with AD Danny White to formally introduce the 27th all-time head football coach, Josh Heupel.
WATCH: Rick Barnes postgame after win over MSU 56-53
Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes spoke to the media after the Vols’ 56-53 home win over Mississippi State Tuesday night.
WATCH: Keon Johnson postgame after win over MSU 56-53
Tennessee guard Keon Johnson spoke to the media after the Vols’ 56-53 home win over Mississippi State Tuesday night.
WATCH: Olivier Nkamhoua postgame after win over MSU 56-53
Tennessee forward Olivier Nkamhoua spoke to the media after the Vols’ 56-53 home win Tuesday night.
WATCH: Yves Pons postgame after win over MSU 56-53
Tennessee forward Yves Pons spoke to the media after the Vols’ 56-53 home win Tuesday night.
VIDEO: Cainer and Josh react to Heupel Hire
The boys break down the new hire.
Josh Heupel Named Tennessee’s 27th Head Football Coach; Will Be Introduced Wed at Noon
Josh Heupel has been named Tennessee’s 27th head football coach, Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Danny White announced on Wednesday.
REPORTS: Josh Heupel to Rocky Top
Former UCF head coach Josh Heupel reportedly heading to Tennessee.
Cainer’s Corner: Vol Twitter playing no games on a Tuesday
Social Media angry over a candidate.
#18 Vols Battle Past Mississippi State, 56-53
A dominant defensive showing and an offensive effort that saw every Vol pen their name on the score sheet helped the 18th-ranked Tennessee basketball team battle past Mississippi State, 56-53
Hoops Preview: No. 20/22 Lady Vols vs. Ole Miss
No. 20/22 Tennessee (10-3, 4-1 SEC) continues its four-game home stand with a Thursday conference match-up vs. Ole Miss (7-5/1-5 SEC) at Thompson-Boling Arena.
Transcript: Kellie Harper media avail previewing Ole Miss
Tennessee women’s basketball head coach Kellie Harper took questions from the media on Tuesday afternoon in a Zoom interview session
Suarez named SEC Freshman of the Week
Marta Suárez, one of only three Lady Vols to start every game this season, continues to be a consistent contributor and “glue” player for Tennessee in 2020-21.
Lady Vols Ranked No. 23 in ESPN.com/USA Softball Preseason Poll
Tennessee softball found itself back in the preseason top 25 for the 18th consecutive year, ranking 23rd on the ESPN.com/USA Softball Collegiate Top 25 poll
Cainer’s Corner: Vols new coach won’t please everyone
Where we stand five days in.
Ferguson and Pavolony Garner Preseason All-America Honors from D1Baseball.com
Tennessee’s sophomore duo of Max Ferguson and Connor Pavolony earned preseason All-America honors by D1Baseball.com on Monday.
Hoops Preview: #18 Tennessee vs. Mississippi State
The 18th-ranked Tennessee basketball team gears up for a new week when it takes on Mississippi State on Tuesday evening. Tipoff from Thompson-Boling Arena is slated for 7 p.m. ET on SEC Network.
Transcript: Rick Barnes Media Availability Previewing MSU Bulldogs
Tennessee basketball head coach Rick Barnes met with the media on Monday afternoon to discuss the Vols upcoming matchup with Mississippi State.
WATCH: Barnes compliments Miss State’s guard play, rebounding and physicality; says Springer “looked like he was doing better”
Tennessee men’s basketball head coach Rick Barnes spoke to the media Monday to reflect on the home loss to Missouri and look ahead to Tuesday’s matchup with Mississippi State.
Vols Check in at No. 19 in Baseball America Preseason Rankings
The Tennessee baseball team garnered its second preseason ranking on Monday, coming in at No. 19 in the Baseball America Preseason Top 25.
Jimmy’s blog: Tennessee football job not what it used to be
Right coach with right staff, right QB can turn it around
No. 25 Lady Vols Topple No. 12 Cats, 70-53
The No. 25 Lady Vols rolled to a commanding victory over No. 12 Kentucky on Sunday, winning 70-53 in Thompson-Boling Arena.
Vols Lose Second Straight Game, Fall to Missouri 73-64
A 27-point scoring output from Xavier Pinson and a turnover-plagued offensive effort did the sixth-ranked Tennessee basketball team in on Saturday, as the Volunteers fell to 19th-ranked Missouri, 73-64, at Thompson-Boling Arena.
WATCH: Barnes postgame after 73-64 loss to Mizzou
Tennessee men’s basketball head coach Rick Barnes spoke to the media in the postgame after Tennessee was defeated at home by Missouri 73-64.
WATCH: Pons postgame after 73-64 loss to Mizzou
Tennessee basketball forward Yves Pons spoke to the media in the postgame after Tennessee was defeated at home by Missouri 73-64.
WATCH: Gaines postgame after 73-64 loss to Mizzou
Tennessee basketball guard Davonte Gaines spoke to the media in the postgame after Tennessee was defeated at home by Missouri 73-64.
Hoops Preview: No. 25/RV Lady Vols vs. No. 13/13 Kentucky
No. 25/RV Tennessee (9-3, 3-1 SEC) and No. 12/12 Kentucky (11-3, 4-2 SEC) meet Sunday afternoon in a border rivalry game that was originally slated to take place on Jan. 3.
Transcript: Tennessee AD Danny White Intro Press Conference
University of Tennessee, Knoxville Chancellor Donde Plowman introduced new Director of Athletics Danny White Friday afternoon at the Ray & Lucy Hand Digital Studio.
WATCH: New UT AD Danny White Introductory Press Conference
New University of Tennessee Director of Athletics Danny White was introduced at a press conference Friday and fielded questions. Chancellor Donde Plowman spoke and took questions as well.
WATCH: Highlights/Postgame – No. 25 UT falls short against No. 3 UConn 67-61
The No. 25/RV Lady Vols took a four-point lead into the final quarter but couldn’t hold on, falling 67-61 to No. 3/5 UConn in Thompson-Boling Arena on Thursday night
