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USA TODAY Sports projects Alabama as an at‑large playoff team, setting up a first‑round clash with Texas and a potential Rose Bowl finish
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USA TODAY Sports projects Alabama as an at‑large playoff team, setting up a first‑round clash with Texas and a potential Rose Bowl finish
A look at the top performers from the 2025 season who are poised to lead their teams into the upcoming state tournament.
A recent biography by Dr. Tim D. Johnson explores Gen. Robert Neyland’s dual legacy as a wartime logistics pioneer and a transformative football coach, shedding light on innovations that still influence the sport today.

The University of Tennessee at Martin soccer team receives preseason recognition, with key players highlighted and a challenging exhibition schedule ahead.

Facing space constraints in Morristown, Jamison Pack is shifting his baseball memorabilia museum to Chattanooga, where a larger venue, a Nashville design firm, and a local sports team are shaping the next chapter of his passion project.

Alabama’s 2025 campaign under Kalen DeBoer delivered eleven victories, a College Football Playoff title and a top‑ranked recruiting class, while a new long‑term contract and lofty CBS rankings raise expectations for a championship‑ready future.

ESPN’s Heather Dinich ranks Alabama 17th among 31 teams for the 2026 College Football Playoff, citing a challenging schedule, an unsettled quarterback battle and a pivotal Oct. 10 matchup against Georgia as key factors shaping the Crimson Tide’s postseason chances.

NASCAR’s rising star Chandler Smith is set to bring his high‑octane presence to Chattanooga on August 6, 2026, as part of Bristol Motor Speedway’s “Chase Day” media tour that precedes the Bass Pro Shops Night Race weekend.

Sam Alexis announced on Instagram that he will rejoin the Indiana Hoosiers next season, having previously captured a national title with the Florida Gators and averaged 8.8 points per game last year.

Red Bank secured its seventh region title in a decade despite a slow start, with standout performances from Salley, Austin Jones and Marcus Jones, while East Ridge prepares a dynamic backfield.

Rhea County secured its first Region 3‑5A title since 2021 with a last‑play touchdown, showcasing a stingy defense and setting up key matchups for the upcoming season.

After a season‑ending injury at Eastern Illinois, defensive back Nick Coates rejoined the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga for a sixth year of eligibility, bringing veteran savvy and a graduate‑student perspective to a defense hungry for a comeback.

From August 20 to 29, ESPN’s High School Football Kickoff presents seven marquee matchups that pit the nation’s elite recruits against each other, highlighting commitments, rankings and the legacy of dominant programs.

The tournament turned everyday fans into pundits, sparked political debates, and placed the United States under an international lens.

Two Tennessee high school football programs crack the MaxPreps Top 25, reigniting a recent title‑game rivalry and drawing attention to a wave of elite recruits.

Top recruit David Gabriel Georges is set to announce his college commitment on July 22, pitting Ohio State's tradition against Tennessee's lucrative NIL offer

Artists including Kane Brown, Brantley Gilbert, Koe Wetzel and Kameron Marlowe collaborate with MiLB teams, releasing exclusive apparel and making live appearances at select ballparks.

Embassy Suites in Chattanooga is offering a watch party for the FIFA World Cup final, featuring food, drinks, and a chance to win Spanish art, while the Spanish squad trains nearby.

The upcoming championship match between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal is more than a clash of titans; it is a cultural milestone that reflects soccer’s expanding footprint across the United States, where household names from Europe are reshaping the sports landscape.

A five-star tailback’s choice could set new financial benchmarks as Tennessee and Ohio State battle for his commitment.

The 2026 World Cup defied skepticism, drawing massive crowds, showcasing emerging talents, and cementing soccer’s growing appeal in America.
During a recent interview, Coach Josh Heupel was asked about five‑star recruit David Gabriel Georges, but recruitment rules forced him to deflect the question with a light‑hearted response.

Nearly 63 million viewers tuned in for the Spain‑Argentina final, a record for Spanish‑language soccer broadcasts, sparking debate over the sport’s rising influence in the United States.

David Gabriel‑Georges, a five‑star recruit from Chattanooga, has pledged to the Tennessee Volunteers, bringing the nation’s No. 1 prospect and a potential two‑time Mr. Football winner to the program.