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Audio: Rick Barnes on The EA Show reflects on time at UT, current challenges and corndogs
Tennessee men’s basketball coach Rick Barnes was a guest on Thursday on The Erik Ainge Show with Erik and co-host Brian Rice.
Tamika Catchings headed to Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Tennessee women’s basketball legend Tamika Catchings was announced Saturday as part of the nine-member 2020 induction class for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Head Coach Jeremy Pruitt Stresses Health, Safety in Friday Media Session
Tennessee head football coach Jeremy Pruitt met with members of the media on Friday via the Zoom platform as the Volunteers continue to practice social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Audio: Pruitt “We’ve been able to do a little football. From a mental standpoint, it’s probably been good for these guys.”
Tennessee Volunteers head football coach Jeremy Pruitt spoke to the media on Friday via a Zoom audio teleconference.
VIDEO: Josh Ward & Eric Cain talk Vols Football recruiting and more
Josh and Cainer go over some Tennessee football notes.
VIDEO: Josh Ward & Eric Cain talk Vols Football recruiting and more
Josh and Cainer go over some Tennessee football notes.
WBCA Honorable Mention for Davis
Davis garnered WBCA All-America Honorable Mention for the second year in a row and picked up her third national postseason recognition of 2020. She had previously received honorable mention nods from Associated Press (AP) and the United States Basketball Writers Association (USBWA).
Tennessee Softball: 2020 Review
With hopes of making its 17th consecutive postseason run and prepared to celebrate the program’s 25th anniversary, the Lady Vols 2020 season began with a lot of anticipation.
Tennessee announces Smokey’s Select Competition
Tennessee Athletics is now recruiting members for Smokey’s Select, an elite group of UT fans who will attend select on-campus events and enjoy behind-the-scenes experiences during the 2020-21 athletic seasons.
Jimmy’s blog: Predictors bullish on Tennessee men’s hoops next year
Anosike could be key piece to puzzle
Audio: EJ Anosike on Sports 180 “Growing up, I’ve always been a Tennessee fan”
New Tennessee basketball grad transfer commit, forward EJ Anosike from Sacred Heart, spoke with Josh Ward on Sports 180 on 99.1 The Sports Animal about his decision to transfer to UT.
Audio: Darrell Taylor talks ’19 season, NFL Draft prep on The Nation
Tennessee OLB/DE Darrell Taylor was a guest on The Nation with Chris Low and Austin Price to discuss his preparation for the NFL Draft amid the COVID-19 period the country is in, his senior season at the University of Tennessee and much more.
Jimmy’s blog: Yarbrough never felt pressure as McDonald’s All-American
Former UT star put up some solid numbers
Video: Jordan Bowden discusses season, career, preparing for hoops future and more
Vols exiting senior guard Jordan Bowden discussed, via video teleconference with the media, his season, career, handling of social distancing, SEC Tournament that never happened, his basketball future and more.
Tennessee Takes Charge Friday with SEC Network Takeover
Ten Tennessee athletic events from the 2019-20 season and two documentaries – SEC Storied: The Color Orange and Nine for IX: Pat XO – highlight UT’s 24-hour takeover.
UT’S Davis Named WBCA Region Finalist
Davis connected on 46.9 percent of her attempts from the field and 80.2 percent from the free throw line, and she tallied a team-leading 34 three-pointers this season.
List of 5 one-time Vols and 3 local players in NFL; 2019 recaps
Mix of veterans and young players in this group of 8 with 2019 recaps of each in NFL
Updated list of 32 VFL U. of Tennessee players in NFL with 2019 recaps
Vols have 7 DLs in NFL; Broncos and Eagles have the most UT players; more VFL breakdowns
Lady Vols’ Rennia Davis garners USBWA postseason accolades
The United States Basketball Writers Association announced Monday its women’s basketball All-America team, and Tennessee’s Rennia Davis was among those earning honorable mention.
Tennessee Takes Top Honors for Combined Hoops Attendance
Tennessee drew more fans to Thompson-Boling Arena for men’s and women’s basketball games during the 2019-20 season than any other school in America.
Jimmy’s blog: Would canceling spring practice be a big deal to SEC teams?
It is for first-year coaches installing new systems
Video: Vitello “We felt like we had a great team. Where the season would have taken us, who knows.”
University of Tennessee baseball head coach Tony Vitello visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions.
Video: Alford-Sullivan on season ending at NCAAs “It was just extremely difficult for our young people”
University of Tennessee director of track & field and cross country Beth Alford-Sullivan visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions.
Video: Weekly on NCAA “They are interested in granting eligibility relief to all current student athletes (not just seniors)”
University of Tennessee softball co=head coach Karen Weekly visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions.
Video: Harper on hoops eligibility relief “I would have to see what it looks like. We have a lot of questions to be answered.”
University of Tennessee women’s basketball coach Kellie Harper visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions. Watch that full press conference below.
Video: Barnes “Without sports, I think in some ways it’s God trying to get our attention too”
University of Tennessee men’s basketball coach Rick Barnes visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions.
Video: Fulmer “If there’s one thing our volunteer spirit has prepared us for, it’s to unite for the sake of greater good”
University of Tennessee director of athletics Phillip Fulmer visited with the media Tuesday afternoon to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and answer questions.
Audio: Ramon Foster on EA Show “I see the league changing…great time to pivot to another part of my life”
Former University of Tennessee offensive ;ineman Ramon Foster joined his former college teammate Ramon Foster on The Erik Ainge Show (weekdays 9am to Noon) on 99.1 The Sports Animal.
Statement from Director of Athletics Phillip Fulmer Entering the Weekend and UT Spring Break
“The past several days have been filled with uncertainty and have presented unique and challenging circumstances.”
Current and former UT athletes react to sports cancellations due to coronavirus
Here’s how University of Tennessee athletes have reacted to the sports shutdown on social media.
All UT & SEC practices & team activities suspended until at least April 15; status of Vols football spring game TBD; Fulmer quotes
As Tennessee Athletics and the UT Office of Emergency Management closely monitor coronavirus (COVID-19) developments, the health of our student-athletes, staff and campus community remains at the forefront of all decision making.
Football Coaches Clinic Canceled, Pro Day Postponed
Coaches who pre-registered for the event will be refunded.
SEC school regular season competition and SEC Championships suspended
The Southeastern Conference today announced the suspension of regular season competition for teams in all sports on SEC campuses, as well SEC championship events, until March 30.
Tennessee Baseball Preview: No. 20 Vols Begin Conference Play at South Carolina
No. 20 Tennessee opens Southeastern Conference play this weekend with a trip to Columbia, S.C., to take on the South Carolina Gamecocks.
Tennessee Baseball Preview: No. 20 Vols Begin Conference Play at South Carolina
No. 20 Tennessee opens Southeastern Conference play this weekend with a trip to Columbia, S.C., to take on the South Carolina Gamecocks.
Softball Preview: Lady Vols at Texas A&M
SEC play is here for Tennessee who open its 24-game conference slate with a three-game series against Texas A&M this weekend in College Station, Texas.
Video: Tennessee football 2020 spring practice 1
Here’s some highlight video of the viewing periods for the media at University of Tennessee football 2020 spring practice #1 in Knoxville on Tuesday.
Statement from Tennessee Director of Athletics Phillip Fulmer
Regarding Wednesday announcement from the Southeastern Conference about conducting on campus events without fans.
SEC announces rest of MBB Tournament to be played with attendance restrictions; same for league home games through March 30
The Southeastern Conference has announced it will conduct the 2020 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament with only essential staff, limited family and credentialed media in attendance at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville for the remainder of the week beginning on Thursday
Experience, Depth Key As Vols Open Spring Football Practice
Pruitt stressed the importance of his team having depth and familiarity with the third year in his system.
Video: Pruitt on new DL coach Brumbaugh “We didn’t interview anyone else. We didn’t interview him. We just offered him the job.”
Tennessee head football coach Jeremy Pruitt spoke to the media for the first time in the spring after UT Spring Practice #1 Tuesday afternoon in Knoxville.
Hoops Preview: Tennessee vs. Alabama
Tennessee has advanced to the championship game in each of the last two SEC Tournaments.
Pons, Fulkerson Earn SEC Coaches Postseason Honors
For the first time in program history, a Tennessee Volunteer is the SEC Defensive Player of the Year.
Cainer’s Corner: 5 Things to Watch For in Vols Spring Practice
Cainer gives you cliffnotes on what to look for this spring.
Rick Barnes Monday Press Conference Transcript (3.9.20)
Read what UT coach Rick Barnes said Monday during his weekly press conference.
Spring Football Returns Tuesday, Chevrolet Orange & White Game Details Announced
Riding a wave of momentum to close the 2019 season, Tennessee football returns to the field for the start of 2020 spring practice on Tuesday afternoon. A total of 15 workouts culminate with the Chevrolet Orange & White Game at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, April 18 in Neyland Stadium.
No. 11 Vols Fall to Wright State in Series Finale
No. 11 Tennessee dropped Sunday’s series finale against Wright State, 6-3, at Lindsey Nelson Stadium. The Raiders (5-9) secured the series win with Sunday’s victory, while the Volunteers lost their first weekend series of the year.
Lady Vols Dominate Stanford, 5-0, in Finale of Tennessee Invitational
The Tennessee softball team beat Stanford, 5-0, on Sunday at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium to close out the Tennessee Invitational.
UT Sweeps Day with Second Win Over ETSU
After a nearly four-hour game to start the day, Tennessee made up the time as it swiftly dismantled ETSU 10-2 in five innings on a walk-off walk to sweep day two of the Tennessee Invitational.
Home Runs, Pitching Lead No. 11 Vols by Wright State
Dominant pitching and solo home runs from Max Ferguson and Liam Spence led Tennessee to a series-tying 3-1 win over Wright State Saturday at Lindsey Nelson Stadium.
