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Pons, Fulkerson Land on Coaches’ Preseason All-SEC First Team
The Southeastern Conference unveiled its 17th annual men’s basketball coaches preseason All-SEC first and second teams Thursday, tipping off the 2020-21 season.
Pons Earns a Spot on Naismith Trophy Watch List
Tennessee basketball senior Yves Pons has been named to the 50-man watch list for the 2021 Jersey Mike’s Naismith Men’s College Player of the Year Trophy, the Atlanta Tipoff Club announced Thursday.
Lady Vols’ Davis Chases Legend Status on and off Court
Who are legends, and what does it mean to become one? In sports, a few names seem to regularly come to mind.
Vols Set for Another Neutral-Site Showdown vs. Gonzaga
The Tennessee-Gonzaga series has provided several classic showdown since the programs first met in 2007, and the next chapter in the non-conference rivalry has been set for Dec. 2 in Indianapolis.
Week 9 SEC football score predictions; Vols must be better off bye, W at Auburn would calm waters
Also predictions on UF/VU, LSU/Ark, UK/Bama, MSU/UGA, Mizzou/SC
Football Preview: Vols and Tigers Set to Square Off On the Plains
After an unexpected open week, the Tennessee football team will be back in action this Saturday night with a primetime showdown On the Plains against No. 23/21 Auburn.
WATCH: Pruitt on Auburn’s Fr RB Bigsby “We recruited Tank out of high school. I see where he got the name Tank.”
Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt spoke to the media for his final preview of Auburn via Zoom call. Video courtesy of UT Athletics.
PHOTO GALLERY: Tennessee Practice Preparing For Auburn
Here’s a photo gallery, courtesy of UT Athletics, of Tennessee’s practice preparing for Auburn. Click on any image to see it full size with the ability to scroll through.
Jimmy’s blog: Vols seek to avoid longest losing skid in 32 years
Another great game by Guarantano would help
WATCH: Tennessee Football Auburn Week Practice
Here’s some video of the Tennessee football team practicing ahead of Saturday’s game at Auburn, courtesy of UT Athletics and VFL Films.
Transcript: Kennedy, Jones, D. Johnson Media Availability
Brandon Kennedy, OL – R-Sr.
On what It meant to get a call from Peyton manning to congratulate him on being a National Football Foundation National-Scholar Athlete finalist…
Wade Watch List includes Rennia Davis of UT
The “Wade Watch” list of candidates for the 2021 Wade Trophy was released on Tuesday by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association, and Lady Vol senior Rennia Davis
Vols, Lady Vols Again Post Record Scores in Latest GSR Data
The NCAA on Tuesday announced Graduation Success Rate (GSR) and Federal Graduation Rate for the 2010-11 to 2013-14 freshman cohorts for all Division I institutions
PHOTO GALLERY: Tennessee Basketball Preseason
Here are some photos of the Tennessee Volunteers men’s basketball team preparing for the 2020-2021 season, courtesy of UT Athletics.
Coaches Preseason First Team For Lady Vols Basketball’s Davis
The league’s coaches have chosen Tennessee’s Rennia Davis for the Preseason All-SEC First Team, marking her third year in a row of earning that distinction.
Davis on Naismith Preseason Watch List
Tennessee women’s basketball senior Rennia Davis has been named to the 2021 Women’s Jersey Mike’s Naismith Trophy Watch List, the Atlanta Tipoff Club announced on Tuesday.
Transcript: Pruitt Previews Vols’ Matchup With No. 23/21 Auburn
Tennessee returns to action at 7 p.m. ET Saturday as the Volunteers travel to face No. 23/21 Auburn on ESPN. Head coach Jeremy Pruitt previewed the matchup at his weekly Monday press conference.
WATCH: Tennessee Men’s Basketball Practice at TBA
The Tennessee men’s basketball team continues preparation or the 2020-2021 season. UT Athletics and VFL Films shot and shared this video recently from a practice held November 10th at Thompson-Boling Arena.
New Date Set For Tennessee-Memphis Hoops Showdown at Bridgestone Arena
The Tennessee and Memphis men’s basketball programs jointly announced Monday that the Volunteers and Tigers neutral-site showdown initially scheduled for this December has been rescheduled
WATCH: Jones Jr always wanted to play in SEC, talks Tee Martin & freshmen WRs
Tennessee wide receiver Velus Jones Jr. spoke to the media for the first time via Zoom call about the open week and the Auburn game this Saturday.
WATCH: Johnson sees improvement from D in each game, says players take losses hard
Tennessee outside linebacker Deandre Johnson spoke to the media via Zoom call about the open week and the Auburn game this Saturday.
WATCH: Kennedy talks to Peyton Manning for first time, shares freshmen that have impressed
Tennessee center Brandon Kennedy spoke to the media via Zoom call about the open week and the Auburn game this Saturday.
WATCH: Pruitt previews Auburn, says final story not written & “fluid” on assistants rejecting paycuts
Tennessee head football coach Jeremy Pruitt held his weekly Monday game week press conference ahead of Saturday’s game at Auburn.
WATCH: Jaden Springer – Vols hoops 5-star freshman guard
Tennessee true freshman five-star guard Jaden Springer was made available to the media recently to discuss coming to UT and the upcoming season.
WATCH: Keon Johnson – Vols hoops 5-star freshman guard
Tennessee true freshman five-star guard Keon Johnson was made available to the media recently to discuss coming to UT and the upcoming season.
Barnes Adds Nation’s Top Point Guard in Memphis Phenom Kennedy Chandler; Watch Highlights
Kennedy Chandler, a five-star prospect rated by ESPN as the nation’s top point guard in the Class of 2021, has signed and submitted his National Letter of Intent to attend the University of Tennessee
Lady Vols unveil 2020-2021 Basketball Schedule
The University of Tennessee women’s basketball program announced its 2020-21 schedule on Friday, including a 16-game Southeastern Conference itinerary and games vs. eight non-conference opponents.
Transcript: Keon Johnson and Jaden Springer Media Availability
On Thursday afternoon, the Tennessee basketball freshmen tandem of Keon Johnson and Jaden Springer sat down with the media over Zoom to discuss the offseason and the upcoming start to the 2020-21 season.
Transcript: Key, Burrell, Rennie & Saunders Lady Vols Avails
Four Tennessee women’s basketball players met with the media on Thursday afternoon over Zoom to talk about the Lady Vols’ 2020-21 season.
Transcript: Co-Head Coaches Ralph and Karen Weekly Fall Press Conference
Full Transcript – Opening statement…(Karen) “Well thank you, it’s good to be here and good to see all of you, even on a computer screen.
Tennessee Softball Welcomes Six Newcomers on National Signing Day
Tennessee softball inked six newcomers, who will make their debut in the 2022 season, during the National Signing period this week.
Media Picks Tennessee to Win SEC Basketball Championship
Tennessee was predicted to win the 2021 Southeastern Conference men’s basketball championship in preseason voting by a select panel of both SEC and national media members.
Brandon Kennedy Named National Football Foundation National Scholar-Athlete, Campbell Trophy Finalist
Tennessee football has produced a National Football Foundation National-Scholar Athlete as senior graduate center Brandon Kennedy was selected as one of 12 finalists for the William V. Campbell Trophy
Jimmy’s blog: Springer said he wants to make teammates better
Says this isn’t championship or bust but likes UT’s talent
Quotes: Morris, Hyatt, Baron Media Availability
Player Quotables – Wanya Morris, OL – So. – On the offensive struggles coming out of halftime…“That’s something that we all talked about as a group.
Transcript: Jeremy Pruitt on Week 8 SEC Teleconference
We found out right before going out on the field yesterday that our game was canceled. We actually went ahead and worked on Texas A&M.
Barnes Announces Signing of Highly Rated Wing Jahmai Mashack
Tennessee basketball coach Rick Barnes announced Wednesday that highly-rated wing Jahmai Mashack (pronounced: juh-MY MAY-shack) has signed and submitted his National Letter of Intent.
Harper announces four-player Lady Vol Basketball signing class
The Tennessee women’s basketball program has received signed National Letters of Intent from four players who comprise a signing class currently ranked No. 5 nationally,
Lady Vols’ Davis on Cheryl Miller Award 2021 Preseason Watch List
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced Wednesday the 20 watch list candidates for the 2021 Cheryl Miller Award, and Tennessee’s Rennia Davis is in that group.
PHOTO GALLERY: Tennessee Practice – Week 8
Here’s a photo gallery, courtesy of UT Athletics, of Tennessee’s Tuesday Week 8 practice, which was formerly Texas A&M week . Click on any image to see it full size with the ability to scroll through.
WATCH: Tennessee football Tuesday practice video
Here’s some video of Tennessee’s practice during what was Texas A&M week, but is now an open week.
WATCH: Baron on NFL players he studies “A lot of Cameron Jordan, Kahlil Mack, people that have similar body types to mine”
Tennessee outside linebacker/defensive end Tyler Baron spoke with the media via Zoom call to discuss the season and preview Texas A&M.
WATCH: Hyatt on offseason throwing sessions with Bailey “After I left, I knew he was going to be something special”
Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt spoke with the media via Zoom call to discuss the season and preview Texas A&M.
WATCH: Morris on missed practices “It’s definitely frustrating, but you can’t really complain about it”
Tennessee offensive tackle Wanya Morris spoke with the media via Zoom call to discuss the season and preview Texas A&M.
Saturday’s Tennessee-Texas A&M Football Game Postponed
Saturday’s Tennessee-Texas A&M football game in Neyland Stadium has been postponed due to a combination of positive tests, contact tracing and subsequent quarantining of individuals within the Texas A&M football program.
WATCH: Weinke explains Pruitt’s comments on Bailey, talks improvement
Tennessee quarterbacks coach Chris Weinke was a guest speaker at the Knoxville Quarterback Club this week to discuss the QB position, the team and the season.
Transcript: What Jeremy Pruitt Said at His Monday Texas A&M Week Monday Press Conference
Opening Statement…“Reviewing Saturday’s game and looking at the first half, I thought we did some things really well.
WATCH: Pruitt on negative reaction from fans “I’m just as restless as they are”
Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt held his weekly Monday game week press conference, this week to preview Saturday’s game vs. Texas A&M.
WATCH: Celtics’ Williams on what NBA players say about his style, physicality “We know you played for coach Barnes”
VFL and current Boston Celtics second-year forward Grant Williams met with the Knoxville media recently to talk about his alma mater and his role in the NBA for the Boston Celtics.
Transcript: VFL Grant Williams of Celtics talks rookie season in NBA, Vols
VFL Grant Williams sat down with the media (from his car in LA traffic) on Friday afternoon to discuss his first year in the NBA and all things Tennessee athletics.
