Vol News

Marshall Steward Promoted to Assistant AD & Assistant Provost Role

Steward has held leadership positions within the National Association of Academic Advisors for Athletics (N4A), including serving as the Chair of the Ethnic Concerns Committee.

ESPN’s Haubert on Vols recruiting “You got to be really excited about the job they’re doing at ID’ing players.”

ESPN National Recruiting Coordinator Craig Haubert visited with John Wilkerson and Vince Ferrara on SportsTalk to talk UT and college football recruiting.

Charlotte HC Healy on Pruitt “He’s exceptional at what he does. Obviously one of the great defensive minds in the game.”

Charlotte 49ers head football coach Will Healy stopped into SportsTalk recently to talk with John Wilkerson and Vince Ferrara.

Delaney on UT ticket turnaround with uncertainties “mobile ticketing sort of takes out all those delays”

Jimmy Delaney, Associate AD for UT Fan Experience joined Erik Ainge and Brian Rice on the EA Show to discuss the University of Tennessee going exclusively to mobile ticketing.

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.

Rocky Top leads Lady Vol Hops’ Carter on journey from the court to the mic

For Lady Vol for Life Andraya Carter, her journey is no exception. She has two degrees from the University of Tennessee. She is a women’s college basketball color commentator and sideline reporter for ESPN and the SEC Network.

Tennessee Transitioning to Mobile Ticketing for 2020-21

After successfully introducing a mobile ticketing option for single-game football tickets in 2019, Tennessee Athletics is transitioning to mobile ticketing for all ticket options across all ticketed sports in 2020-21.

2020 Minor League Baseball including Tennessee Smokies season canceled

Minor League Baseball announced today that there will not be a 2020 Minor League Baseball season. The health and safety of our fans, players and staff members is our top priority.

“Johnny Majors: Straight Ahead” To Air on ESPNU on July 3

“Johnny Majors: Straight Ahead,” an hour-long documentary celebrating the life and legacy of the late Tennessee legend and College Football Hall of Famer, will debut at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, July 3 on ESPNU.

MLB.com’s Richard Justice shares 2020 MLB favorites; breaks down Braves and Cubs

Richard Justice, longtime MLB writer (MLB.com) and contributor (MLB Network) joined Heather Harrington and Vince Ferrara on Sports 180 on Monday.

Willie Gault relives UT days, compares Super Bowl Shuffle with “Thriller” & Ditka to Majors

Tennessee football and track VFL, Olympian and NFL standout Willie Gault joined John Wilkerson and JImmy Hyams on SportsTalk on 99.1 The Sports Animal in Knoxville.

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

Says athletic forward needs to improve offensive game

Trey Smith Named to Sporting News Preseason All-America First Team

Cade Mays named to second-team.

Lady Vols Set to Host UConn in Year 2 of Revival Series

The game will take place inside TBA on Jan. 21, 2021

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

Poll Question: Which Vols true freshman will have the biggest impact in 2020?

Here’s our latest poll question that’s always on the bottom right of the main page of the website.

Audio: Full Pruitt Thursday media session talking COVID-19, activism, roster, RB departure, black jerseys

University of Tennessee head football coach Jeremy Pruitt spoke to the local media on a Zoom call Thursday afternoon.

Fulmer discusses stadium capacity, future non-conference scheduling, athletics money paid to school and more on SportsTalk

Jimmy Hyams and Vince Ferrara talked with University of Tennessee director of athletics Phillip Fulmer Wednesday afternoon on SportsTalk.

Three VFLs on 2021 NFF College Football Hall of Fame Ballot

Tennessee football legends Willie Gault (1979-82), Bobby Majors (1969-71) and Al Wilson (1995-98) were announced to the 2021 National Football Foundation (NFF) College Football Hall of Fame ballot, the organization announced Tuesday.

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

A.J. Artis Named Director of Football Sports Performance

Tennessee head football coach Jeremy Pruitt announced Monday that A.J. Artis has been named director of football sports performance.

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

Freshmen at a disadvantage for playing time? Pruitt says no; numbers prove he plays plenty

Jeremy Pruitt has played 30 true freshmen in his first two seasons; more freshmen numbers

Junior Sluggers Soularie & Daniels Selected on Day 2 of MLB Draft

Tennessee baseball had two more players selected on the second and final day of the 2020 Major League Baseball Draft on Thursday night.

Zach Daniels Selected in Fourth Round of MLB Draft by Houston Astros

Tennessee junior slugger Zach Daniels was the third Vol selected in the 2020 MLB Draft after being chosen with the final pick of the fourth round (No. 131 overall) by the Houston Astros on Thursday night.

Alerick Soularie Drafted in Second Round by Minnesota Twins

Tennessee junior outfielder Alerick Soularie was the second Volunteer to be selected in the 2020 MLB Draft, going to the Minnesota Twins in the second round with the 59th overall pick.

Seggern Named CoSIDA Academic All-American

Returning senior middle infielder Chelsea Seggern was named to the CoSIDA Academic All-America Division I third team, the organization announced Thursday.

Garrett Crochet Selected by Chicago White Sox with 11th Pick in 2020 MLB Draft

Tennessee has now had at least one player selected in every MLB Draft for the past 37 years, dating back to 1984.

Peyton Manning Honored With Historical Marker at Rose Bowl Stadium

Making his college football debut on the famous and historic Rose Bowl Stadium turf, Peyton Manning was formally introduced to the football world when he trotted onto the field in Pasadena as a true freshman.

2020 SEC Football Media Days to be conducted in virtual format

The Southeastern Conference will hold its first-ever virtual football media days in 2020, the Conference announced Wednesday.

Smith Returns to Rocky Top as Pitching Coach

Tennessee softball welcomes back LVFL Megan Rhodes Smith as its new assistant coach for pitching, announced co-head coaches Ralph and Karen Weekly, on Monday.

Vince’s View: Zoom video conversation on Vols with Rick Russo

Talked recruiting, this year’s team, return of players to campus workouts & much more with WVLT

Peyton Manning and Erika Brown Featured in YouTube’s “Dear Class of 2020”

On Sunday, June 7, NFL legend and VFL Peyton Manning and American Record holder and 2020 Tennessee graduate Erika Brown will appear in YouTube’s, “Dear Class of 2020.”

Helton Highlights UT Inductees for Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame

MLB great Todd Helton is one of five individuals with ties to Tennessee Athletics who have been selected as part of the Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame 2020 induction class.

“Smokey’s Sprint” Virtual 5K Set for July 11

This Wednesday, which is National Running Day, registration opens for Tennessee Athletics’ inaugural “Smokey’s Sprint” virtual 5K, set for Saturday, July 11.

Vince’s View: A numbers look at the 2020 Tennessee football roster

75% of UT’s roster signed by Pruitt, breakdown by star rating, classes & more inside the numbers

Poll Question: Which of the big 4 games do you think UT has the best chance to win in 2020?

With the momentum that the Tennessee football program has enjoyed since the turnaround started mid-season in 2019, we’d love to know which of the 4 biggest games on UT’s schedule do you think Tennessee has the BEST chance to win in 2020?

Audio: Pruitt, Fulmer, Barnes, Harper, Plowman and VFL Davis

Here are interviews from the Big Orange Connect Event hosted by Bob Kesling presented by the University of Tennessee Athletics Department.

Video: Johnny Majors Remembers

UT Athletics has shared a wonderful short video of the refections of legendary University of Tennessee player and coach Johnny Majors.

Tennessee Mourns the Loss of Johnny Majors

Tennessee football legend Johnny Majors passed away early Wednesday in Knoxville. He was 85.

Jimmy’s blog: Majors had diverse interests that included more than football

Former UT star was great story teller with a keen wit

Jimmy’s blog: Legend John Majors passes away at 85

Heisman Trophy runner-up was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1987

Notable players that changed commitments from SEC schools in last 30 months including 10 that ended up at UT

I’ve listed 28 notable decommits in SEC in last 30 months that shows what could have been for some

SEC football decommit totals the last 30 months; UT 2nd highest at one per month

If trend continues, UT would see 8 decommits; ESPN’s Tom Luginbill sees a decommit spike in CFB

Unified Statement from Tennessee Athletics Leadership

Tennessee Athletics has issued the following statement from Director of Athletics Phillip Fulmer and its 15 head coaches:

“Big Orange Connect” Set For June 3 at 6:30 p.m. ET

Fans can interact virtually and submit questions for Fulmer or the head coaches prior to the event by using the hashtag #BigOrangeConnect on social media platforms.