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A month of anticipation builds as WVLT Sports prepares fans for the start of the 2026 high school football season in Tennessee, with daily team previews beginning August 1 and the season opener scheduled for August 20.
During a July 30, 2026 broadcast of the Josh and Swain show, play‑by‑play voice Mike Keith announced that Jayson Swain, a former Tennessee wide receiver and longtime sideline reporter, would replace Ramon Foster as the network’s new color analyst, promising passionate coverage of Tennessee football beginning September 5.
The Minnesota Twins trade Billy Amick and prospect Benny Agbayani to the New York Mets for left‑handed reliever A.J. Minter, a move that could reshape the club’s postseason chances.
With 11 linebackers set to feature a mix of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, the Volunteers look to build on recent defensive successes while integrating key transfers and maintaining academic excellence.
A 35‑minute documentary produced by University of Tennessee students offers an intimate look at longtime coach Rick Barnes, exploring his roots in Hickory, his faith, and the evolution of a career that spans nearly five decades.
Tennessee’s football team added nearly 900 pounds of muscle and lost over 200 pounds of fat under new Director of Performance Derek Owings, with key players reporting significant weight gains.
Duke’s preseason slate features a scrimmage with Belmont, a rematch against Tennessee and a return to Kansas’s Allen Field House, raising questions about coaching favors, financial incentives and historic significance.
The Volunteers will face Central Michigan for the first time in 2028, pay $1.3 million for the matchup, and begin a home‑and‑home series with Washington in 2029, while also playing West Virginia in Charlotte.
A visit to R. Larry Smith’s curated collection reveals how personal artifacts become vessels for the rich history of Tennessee basketball, as told by the collector and his brother, lifelong fan Tom Dillard.
Coach Joe Kirt's contract extension through 2030 coincides with the Lady Vols' first season under an official partnership with Adidas, a collaboration that highlights the program's rising profile.
A look at the Volunteers' recent performance, the arrival of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles and the looming showdown with the Crimson Tide.
After a historic NCAA Tournament performance and a decorated A‑10 career, guard Terrence Hill Jr. has pledged to Tennessee, where he will vie for a starting role and help shape the team’s next chapter.
The Volunteers have released their complete 2026‑27 schedule, highlighting a season‑opening home game, a marquee matchup with Michigan State and a series of SEC contests that culminate with a road trip to Vanderbilt.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw former Farragut and Webb stars Jett Johnston and Mason Patel secure professional contracts, marking a new chapter in their baseball careers.
The University of Tennessee has released its complete 2026‑27 men’s basketball slate, revealing a blend of home‑court showcase games, marquee non‑conference matchups and a full SEC campaign that culminates in early March.
The Southeastern Conference has announced the 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule for the Tennessee Volunteers, outlining 18 league contests that begin on January 2 and conclude on March 6.
Tennessee has released its complete 2026‑27 men's basketball schedule, highlighting a home opener against Wofford, a marquee clash with Michigan State and a showdown against NC State, and a SEC slate that begins Jan. 2 at Vanderbilt.
The Southeastern Conference has released the 2026‑27 conference schedule for Tennessee basketball, outlining an 18‑game slate that includes nine home and nine away contests, back‑to‑back road games early in the season and a March showdown with Vanderbilt.
The Knoxville region showcases a roster of standout defensive backs who earned accolades in 2025, drawing college interest and setting high expectations for the upcoming season.
North Carolina aims to translate offseason upgrades into on‑field production, emphasizing a balanced attack and new playmakers.
After a career‑altering injury and a high draft selection by the Toronto Blue Jays, pitcher Jake McCoy has decided to play for the University of Tennessee in 2027, bringing with him a wave of other drafted players who are likewise choosing college over immediate professional contracts.
The Volunteers have secured a core group of drafted players, including left‑hander Jake McCoy and center‑fielder Andrew Duncan, while adding top freshmen prospects that position the team as a national contender for the upcoming season.
The Volunteers have secured a core group of drafted talent and added high‑profile transfers, positioning the program as a national contender.
Coach Josh Heupel remains confident in Tennessee's offense for the upcoming season, highlighting returning starters and proven quarterback development.