
Lane Kiffin’s Return to Knoxville: LSU Eyes Playoff Run in Final Home Game
Lane Kiffin is back in Knoxville for Tennessee’s last 2026 home match, and LSU is aiming for a College Football Playoff spot in his debut season.
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Lane Kiffin is back in Knoxville for Tennessee’s last 2026 home match, and LSU is aiming for a College Football Playoff spot in his debut season.

From a humbling opening loss to East Tennessee State to a ten‑win season, head coach Clark Lea and his staff have reshaped Vanderbilt football through hard work, strategic recruitment and a clear vision for the future.

From a top recruit's setback to a dominant late‑season performance, Will Haas navigates physical rehab, mental blocks, and a coach's pivotal observation before planning his offseason in Minnesota.
The University of Tennessee’s women’s basketball program is reshaping its roster after a complete overhaul, with new players eager to prove themselves and a coaching staff focused on intense July practices.

Optimism surrounds the University of Tennessee as veteran defensive architect Jim Knowles joins the staff and a talented group of returning players prepare to lead the offense.
J.P. Estrella, a Tennessee transfer who averaged 10 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, has announced he will stay with the Michigan Wolverines for the upcoming season, joining fellow transfer Moustapha Thiam in a move that underscores the program's strategy after coach Dusty May left for the NBA.

The Zips will open with an exhibition against Northern Kentucky and conclude the regular season with a league showdown at Western Michigan, while a deep returning core and an 11‑player signing class promise a competitive campaign.

Transfer defensive back Christian Harrison brings a breakout 2025 performance and a family legacy to Arkansas, where he is expected to play a pivotal role in a defensive rebuild.

Blake Grimmer, a redshirt junior with a .283 average and 13 home runs, decides to stay in college, reshaping Tennessee's infield and bringing in Air Force standout Wyatt Hanoian before the MLB Draft begins on July 11.

The Wildcats announce a comprehensive 2026 schedule that includes an opening exhibition, a return to a historic rivalry with Louisville and a blend of challenging non‑conference road trips before SEC play begins.

With Josh Heupel’s perfect record against Kentucky and new coach Will Stein injecting confidence, the Volunteers and Wildcats gear up for a pivotal SEC matchup. Key storylines include the quarterback battle, injury‑managed running backs and a revamped defensive scheme.

Eight Texas A&M athletes earn preseason All‑Texas College Team honors as the Aggies prepare for a September 5 showdown with Missouri State.

Cheryl Reeve reflects on her journey to the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, her coaching legacy with the Minnesota Lynx, and the milestone win that could rewrite the record books.

On Saturday night in Knoxville, Candace Parker was inducted into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, where she paid tribute to her former coach Pat Summitt, recalling the lasting impact of their partnership and the milestones they achieved together.

After a standout stint at Florida and a pivotal role in the Liberty Bowl, Miguel Mitchell elects to remain with Arkansas, bringing experience and adaptability to a defense that will field 18 new faces.

The 2026 SEC home opener pits Auburn against Tennessee in a rivalry renewed by shared coaching histories, a dynamic offensive lineup, and lingering uncertainty at Tennessee's quarterback position.

Retired Minneapolis elementary gym teacher Tonyas Chavers traveled to Knoxville, Tennessee, to attend the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 induction, celebrating a career that broke barriers for Black women in sports.

The June 27 ceremony in Knoxville honored Pat Summitt’s enduring impact on women’s basketball, featuring tributes from family, former players, and peers.
Candace Parker's induction ceremony blended personal tributes with a nod to her mentor Pat Summitt, highlighting family influence and the power of role models.

The upcoming ceremony will celebrate a generation of trailblazers whose impact reshaped the game, from Olympic gold medalists to championship coaches.

The upcoming Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony in Knoxville will induct a distinguished class that includes WNBA star Candace Parker, three‑time MVP Elena Delle Donne, and longtime coaches Cheryl Reeve and Kim Muhl, highlighting their lasting impact on the game.

Four-time WNBA champion Candace Parker headlines a star-studded induction class into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville, alongside Elena Delle Donne, Amaya Valdemoro, Isabelle Fijalkowski, and coaching icons Cheryl Reeve and Kim Muhl, with media figure Doris Burke and administrator Barbara Kennedy‑Dixon also being celebrated.

Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne will be honored alongside Cheryl Reeve, Doris Burke and other luminaries in a class that reflects the growing impact of women’s basketball.

The 2026 Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony in Knoxville celebrated a constellation of pioneers whose on‑court dominance and off‑court influence have left an indelible mark on the sport.