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Saturday’s college football games across Kentucky and the nation were plagued by extreme heat, with over 100 heat-related incidents reported, games suspended, and players and fans confronting dangerous conditions.
The Volunteers' explosive start to the season featured five touchdowns from quarterback Faizon Brandon and a 89‑yard rush from Justin Baker, highlighting a promising outlook under Coach De'Rail Sims.
The Volunteers will open their sixth season on Saturday at Neyland Stadium, facing Furman in a classic uniform combo, with a sellout streak that has lasted 28 consecutive years and a broadcast on SEC Network+.
Tennessee University has selected Dolly Parton’s classic “My Tennessee Mountain Home” as the new fourth‑quarter song for its football games, a tribute announced after the singer’s death and debuted during a 49‑3 win over Furman.
Ralph Scott becomes the first Bermudian to play NCAA Division I basketball, reflecting on his versatile game, the welcoming environment at Tennessee, and the personal touches that keep him grounded.
Troy Henderson discusses his recovery journey, leadership among teammates, and loyalty to the Volunteers as he prepares for his comeback.
Ten incoming freshmen from the University of Tennessee appear on Prep Baseball's Top 150 list, with Cole Koeninger and Sean Dunlap occupying the top two spots.
After a four‑year stint that produced 33 home runs and 137 RBIs, Reese Chapman rejoins the Volunteers in a new capacity, underscoring a coaching staff’s retention strategy and the wider implications of recent NCAA eligibility rules.
The Volunteers could finish anywhere from a 6‑6 disappointment to a 10‑2 championship run, but consistency and player development will be the decisive factors.
Two Volunteers earn All-Cape Cod League recognition, highlighting their potential impact on the upcoming college season.
The Volunteers are shifting from an offense‑first identity to a balanced approach that emphasizes defensive development while preserving scoring threats.
The University of Tennessee’s women’s soccer squad delivered a dominant 4-0 victory over Milwaukee, drawing a record crowd of 5,489 fans at Regal Soccer Stadium and showcasing breakthrough performances from several young players.
The Catamounts and the Mountaineers played to a 0‑0 stalemate in their first away match, highlighted by Rupert’s early save and the introductions of Isabella DeMarco and Ava Robitaille.
A new retro-inspired uniform pays tribute to General William Henry Neyland, blending historic design elements with modern performance wear for the Volunteers' upcoming showdown with the Auburn Tigers.
A multi‑year partnership with Axle Logistics will see the logistics firm’s branding on Tennessee basketball jerseys starting this fall, while also funding a new influencer marketing program for student‑athletes.
A five-year partnership will see Axle Logistics branding the jerseys of both the men’s and women’s basketball teams, while also funding influencer marketing and professional networking for scholarship athletes.
Former NBA player Boo Jackson, alongside mother Kim Peays and real estate brokers Brock Warwick and Cross Smith, is set to open Chick‑N‑Sack Sports Lounge on September 12, 2026, at 410 W. Jackson Avenue, offering a basketball‑themed venue for young Knoxville patrons.
Joey Logano’s win at Richmond propels him into championship contention, setting up a strategic battle with teammates and rivals as the playoffs approach.
Kyle Larson tackled two major events on the same night, delivering a sixth‑place result in the NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 before conquering the Knoxville Nationals Sprint Car race after a rain‑induced delay.
Tennessee’s women’s soccer team secured a 2‑0 victory over South Alabama, marking the second straight win in the 2026 campaign and delivering the program’s first clean sheet of the season. Freshmen Ayva Jordan and Devin Davis stepped up, while Coach Joe Kirt praised their contributions ahead of a matchup with Milwaukee.
The 2026 class of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame welcomed four former Lady Vols stars — Chamique Holdsclaw, Candace Parker, Carla McGhee and Nikki McCray‑Penson — into its hallowed ranks, raising Tennessee’s total enshrined players to eight.
The Lady Vols will host Rutgers at Regal Stadium on August 13, 2026, aiming to build on last year’s breakthrough and maintain the discipline that defined their rise.
The school announced Wright’s appointment on Aug. 12, highlighting his deep roots in the program and the legacy of his father, former coach Wallie Culbreth.
With the 2026 college football season looming, the Georgia Bulldogs find themselves just weeks away from kicking off what could be another historic run under head coach Kirby Smart. The team is scheduled to open its campaign on September 5 against Tennessee State, a matchup that has marked the start of every season under Smart and remains unbeaten in his tenure.